Just a few weeks ago I had written a blog post about how Holly likes to steal Wilbur's food dish from his "apartment." She began by picking up his bowl to lick it clean, but only after it was empty. I had mentioned that we now have to put Holly outside while he finishes eating because we suspected she had started to help herself to his dish before he was finished.
Of course, she would only do that if we weren't around, like down in the other wing in the dog room feeding the rest of the gang. We'd come back and be surprised that Wilbur had finished so soon. "Wilbur, how did you eat so fast?"
Oh, if only they could talk!
Anyway, we caught on and now Holly is banished while he enjoys his dinner at his own pace.
So that may be why she tried another approach the other evening -- getting into Wilbur's apartment before dinner time and see if she can score that way.
Um, no.
We removed the Shar Pei mix and replaced her with the appropriate Chihuahua.
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Posted by: Anne in FL | June 08, 2012 at 03:37 PM
I agree with Dee who posted the question of you writing a book about the farm. I know you are already super busy but I think everyone would love a book with pictures and stories of the group. Especially when they are so sneaky and funny,
Posted by: Betsy | June 07, 2012 at 09:17 AM
Clever girl...but glad Wilbur is getting all of his food now, and at his own pace.
Posted by: Ashley | June 07, 2012 at 08:39 AM
Holly is trying desperately to look like a Chihuahua so the passing minion will keep moving and let her finish the newbies' meal.
Posted by: Bob | June 07, 2012 at 06:30 AM
Like I tell my 8th graders Holly: "Nice try though!" when they ask a question they already know they will get a "NO" answer from me. LOL. Does Wilbur get tastier food or is it a case or the grass is always greener on the other side? That Holly is a clever one though......maybe she thought since she can't see you, that you couldn't see her so she might be able to lay in wait to snag the grub without anyone noticing.......
Posted by: Marla Ritchie | June 06, 2012 at 07:37 PM
Go Holly. Gotta love a girl with a plan!
Posted by: Mary H./Washington state | June 06, 2012 at 07:06 PM
I think your day to day adventures would make a wonderful children's book.
Showing all the sweet, silly things the animals do, but also teaching compassion and understanding.
Posted by: Chloe | June 06, 2012 at 06:16 PM
Too, too cute! Couldn't fool you guys, but I have to admire Holly's intelligence. OMG! It's just too funny!
Posted by: Kathleen Rivard | June 06, 2012 at 04:59 PM
She's quite the problem-solver! Better hope she doesn't figure out how to open the refrigerator....
Posted by: Tonya Allen | June 06, 2012 at 04:24 PM
She is hilarious! I take it that Wilbur was not in the bed at that time? Love your posts...you have such a great way of noting all the animal amusements you encounter each day.
Posted by: melanie | June 06, 2012 at 03:56 PM
Holly- you get extra credit for ingenuity! If there's a will there's a way. Thanks for the smile!
Posted by: Margaret | June 06, 2012 at 03:35 PM
Kudos for persisting, Holly!
Posted by: Lisa K. - San Diego | June 06, 2012 at 09:57 AM
Reading the blog today, I wondered if you have ever thought about writing a book about Rolling Dog Farm? One page articles like your blog. It would be fun to follow the adventures of your many wonderful animals. I always look forward to your blogs to see the new happenings. Thanks so much for all you both do.
Posted by: Dee in KY | June 06, 2012 at 05:44 AM
I got a good chuckle out of this...anyone who doesn't think dogs are smart should read your blog! She's certainly persistent...she wants that food! What a character Holly is :)
Posted by: Ann | June 06, 2012 at 12:43 AM