Back in November I wrote a post about how a very inexpensive laundry basket, stuffed with fleece bedding, had suddenly become the place to sleep in the house ... so much so that we went out and bought some extra baskets, just so we could have our original laundry basket back for its intended purpose. Well, even blind-and-deaf Spinner discovered this new style of bed and decided to try it out for herself. Although, as you can see, she didn't exactly fit in it all too well. I haven't seen her try it since, so maybe she decided she didn't have to be with the "in" crowd after all.
Well Spinner, you can't blame a gal for trying! But, I vote for a bigger basket for you! I know you big dogs like to get into smaller spaces but it's no wonder you haven't tried this again! You do not look as comfy as the little doggies look.
Posted by: Colleen & Sweet Kitty Erin | January 11, 2010 at 03:47 PM
".....The look on her face is: "Hmmm... I thought this would be bigger... the Dachsunds said it was quite roomy."....."
Diana Kitchen - LOL!!! Tea came out my nose from laughing so hard!!! Put me in mind of the three blind men who were asked to describe and elephant, all touching different parts of the animal...
I, too, wonder how Spinner knew what the short, long dogs were doing! Perhaps she smelled them, followed her nose, sniffed around them in the basket? It absolutely boggles my mind how these blind animals adapt so well and know so much..... one of the beautiful mysteries of life......
Hey Steve and Alayne, do any of the house dogs sleep in bed with you? I can't imagine any short, long dog worth his/her salt would not crave nights in "the big bed".... all of our doxies slept/sleep with us and.... of course....... they choose to sleep crosswise in the middle up on their own pillows.
Either Bob or I, whoever is blessed that night, gets the face-end. The unlucky one gets the butt-end. Luckily Roxie's GI systmem is in good working order... LOL
Bless you for all you do for these precious babies...
Posted by: Gena | January 09, 2010 at 12:07 PM
Hilarious!! Maybe she needs a larger basket you guys!
Posted by: Ev | January 08, 2010 at 06:22 PM
She just needs a bigger basket. ;)
Posted by: Rhonda | January 08, 2010 at 03:00 PM
Whatta girl! Ms. Spinner continues to amaze me!
I've been amazed at what my younger pup learns from the elder, but attribute that so sights & sounds as well as nose communication. Very interesting how she chose or learned this! But that doggie comfort thing is SO universal, :)
Posted by: Margaret | January 08, 2010 at 02:33 PM
That almost looks like torture! Are you sure you & Alayne didn't stuff her in there just for the sake of the photo? Right, like I'd expect either of you to even think to do that! Well, you can't blame a gal for at least trying it out once. Now that she knows what that's all about, she knows she's got a much better thing going.
Warm hugs to all,
ginger, Tobias & Tlinget
Posted by: ginger | January 08, 2010 at 12:47 PM
ooh, how cute is she????!!!! Everyone loves nice warm blankies straight from the dryer. Even us 2-legged animals!
Posted by: Penny Heinrich | January 08, 2010 at 12:19 PM
HA - what a funny girl - Spinner is beautiful. I bought a snuggie - am doing without my electric blanket. My female dog, Diamond, has discovered it. It's really soft and now has "eau du pup" on it. Of course I do not mind.
Posted by: Angela | January 08, 2010 at 11:41 AM
omg that seriously just made my day...she looks like shes saying..see look big dogs can do this too
Posted by: Kim Arkle | January 08, 2010 at 11:12 AM
How do you think Spinner knew others were doing this? Why did everyone all of sudden start doing this? Why would they even do it with all the beds available?
I'm obviously overthinking this, but dang! what's up???
Posted by: Lynn (in Louisiana) | January 08, 2010 at 11:11 AM
Clothes that smell like Mom and Dad are always better then a bed that smells like the dog next door.
Posted by: diana kitchen | January 08, 2010 at 10:53 AM
Spinner is one of my favorite RDR residents, so I'm always glad to see a picture and read how she's doing. The look on her face is: "Hmmm... I thought this would be bigger... the Dachsunds said it was quite roomy."
Please give Miss Spinner a big belly rub from her fans in Nevada!
Posted by: Linda | January 08, 2010 at 10:22 AM
Another dog "copy-cat" story....my chihuahua mix has always burrowed under covers to sleep. Lately, my 55lb. shep mix has decided after 8 years that she needs to burrow as well....she will actually stand beside the bed and whine until I lift up the covers for her to crawl under.
Posted by: Marla | January 08, 2010 at 10:16 AM
Spinner , My Favorite Star !
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Posted by: Larry & Kathy Plutchak | January 08, 2010 at 09:32 AM
My daughter's boston terrorist does the same thing....and he actually prefers them filled with dirty clothes....guess they smell good to him! LOL, Spinner just needs a bigger basket!
Posted by: Debbie | January 08, 2010 at 07:41 AM
Oh this is hilarious! Someone always has somehting better...
Posted by: Adele in the Bronx | January 08, 2010 at 06:54 AM