Whenever we get a moment, we try to enjoy what our guests enjoy. Like walking along the ocean’s edge. We know that Friday and Murphy certainly enjoy it, too! It really is a dog’s heaven out here, and we’ve got to strong and healthy boys to prove it. Remember that pets are welcome at our cabins for a small fee, and our Couple’s Fall Getaway Package is still on. Maybe Murphy and Friday will getting some company soon!
Tuesdays with Murphy: Last Hurrahs
I haven’t blogged in awhile, but I’m happy to take over the computer once again, to talk about a my favourite thing – swimming in the Atlantic. Yes, this photo was taken pre-Gonzalo – but still last week. I’m enjoying (and prolonging) my ocean dips as long as possible this season. Given my breed, my coat, and my enthusiasm, I still don’t mind dipping into the chilly waters – in fact, I insist! I just need a few Jerry and The Berry Cuddles when I get home! And please remember that pets are welcome at Ocean Delight, so all are welcome to join me and Friday. We love company!
Tuesdays with Murphy: Here’s to Bob Barker
As a gentleman Golden, it’s a topic I’m generally loathe to speak of, but Bob Barker was right – two-leggeds do need to spay and neuter their four-legged friends. My younger brother, Friday, was recently up at bat, so to speak. He managed like a champ, surely in large part due to my steadfast attachment at his side afterwards. Been there, done that, and I was happy to help in his recovery!
A Dog’s Life
You might have noticed that Murphy, our golden retriever, has been slack on his blogging duties lately! Normally, Murphy recounts all things four-legged for us in weekly posts. But it’s summertime, and that means there’s lots of dips in the ocean to be had, lots of visiting puppies to play with (since we are pet-friendly at Ocean Delight), lots of barbecues around which to stay alert for scraps! So, we’ll forgive him for letting his social media duties slide – when you see him and his brother, Friday, so happy playing fetch (which is serious business for a retriever!) how could we not?
Happy Saturday
Happy Saturday, everyone! We hope you have a great weekend – and remember, we have lots of great Spring Specials lined up, so your next weekend could be your best one yet this year, spent with us. And if you’re wondering whether you should indulge this weekend, Murphy’s posing by Shag Rock to remind you, to just smile and say ‘Shag It!’
Tuesdays with Murphy: Shag It!
It’s getting nicer, but we’re still waiting for that hot summer weather to kick in. And of course. the Atlantic Ocean is cold any time of the year up here in Newfoundland. So you might think dogs would eschew playing fetch in the chilly water these days, and you’d be right – some dogs might. But Friday and I have warm coats and warm blood, descended as we are from the Newfoundland and the archaic St. John’s dogs. So when Jerry throws us some sticks, there’s only one response – Shag It, and jump in!
Tuesdays with Murphy: Sharing is Caring!
It’s muddy this time of year, but Jerry is indulgent and knows how much Friday and I enjoy our little dips. So this weekend he took us to play fetch in this swimming hole near the cottages (remember, pets are welcome with us, for a small fee – maybe yours want to come play with us this summer!). Being the big brother, I was happy to share our stick – for a little while. But of course, I had to claim something for my own before the day was done!
Tuesdays with Murphy: Bon Voyage Berry!
The Berry works so hard, so it’s hard to be selfish – she deserves a trip to Ontario to visit her family. But who will we snuggle with on lazy Sunday afternoons? Or any day for that matter? We’ll be quite sad without her these next few weeks, we’re sure, but we wish her a fabulous vacation filled with lots of love and relaxation. And we’ll be waiting with open paws when she gets back!
Love Bannerman Park
We’ve spent some time recently in St. John’s (it’s only about an hour away, so it’s not a big deal to travel back and forth), and so the goldens got to enjoy some city-time, too. Here they are in Bannerman Park, where they have finished a skating ring that is just beautiful. Lots of skaters with big smiles. Newfoundlanders sure know how to make those most of out (even a bad) winter!
Tuesdays with Murphy: St Paddy’s Hangover
I don’t think Jerry and The Berry enjoyed too many St. Paddy’s Day libations yesterday, but it’s no fun putting away the green and revelry. So today’s blog falls on a bit of a holiday hangover. Always one to get in on the fun, Jerry dressed accordingly yesterday (reportedly down to his skivvies, though you’d have to follow us on Twitter to find proof of that!). And, as we like to say in Newfoundland, we had a time!