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Trudi and I occasionally get some special treats from Dave, the Chef. He makes a whole liver cake just for us!

Although, I never do get to eat it all at one time and we do have to make sure we stay still and sit up straight.

Sometimes, if we are lucky, we will get some treats in the morning when we go for a walk around the garden.

May 08th, 2017

5/8/2017

Holiday in Norfolk!

I have just come back from a wonderful holiday in Norfolk. I went with Trudi,
Sr. Jennifer and Liz it was a nice family get-away!

We stayed in a very nice bungalow by the seaside so we were able to go to the beach, I love going to the beach because there are lots of different smells. Where we stayed, the cliff was falling in so we couldn’t walk on the top! But there were lots of other beaches we went to nearby.

We also found a lovely place called Bacton Woods, I found a wonderful muddy bit which I really enjoyed, and I can’t say the rest of the family appreciated it. Trudi is always very good as she never gets wet or into trouble, but one morning while walking on the beach there was a huge rock in the sand and when we turned around we saw Trudi right on the top of it!

On the way home we went up to Holkham Beach, the tide goes out a very long way and I had lots of people to play with there, I had a very great time then after that it was time to drive back home.

Since I’ve been home I have had my 4th birthday and now feel very grown up, although of course not beyond being playful and loving.

I hope to write again soon.

March 03rd, 2017

3/3/2017

My Day Off!
I had a very fun day off last week. I was able to go to Richmond Park while the weather was still quite nice and warm.

I love going to Richmond Park as I have lots of space to run around. After exploring the park for a little while I enjoyed a relaxing swim in the pond.

There was also a huge herd of Deer. Unfortunately, I didn’t get any pictures of them.

February 04th, 2017

2/4/2017

Visiting a Friend!
Last week, I went to visit a friend all the way in Lewes!

My friend, Red, is 10 months old and we always have a great time together. We went out on a walk in the fields and got really muddy! It was very fun, although I don’t think Sister Jennifer and Liz thought it was nearly as fun as we did. I hope we get to visit again soon.

I also had a very relaxing holiday not too long ago, we went to the Forest of Dean and were able to go exploring a bit. I enjoyed this very much, apart from the daily showers I had to have because of all the mud. Unfortunately, we have no photos as we forgot the camera, let’s hope we have better luck next time!

October 08th, 2016

10/8/2016

My Holiday!
My Holiday!
I started October off with a great holiday! I went with Sister Jennifer, Liz and Trudi to the seaside in Kent.
I had lots of fun there because I could run along the beach as well as go for a swim, the first day we got here I ran straight to the water and the waves were so big that I got drenched! It was scary the first time but after that, it was really fun. Trudi and I even got treats while on the beach!
We were also able to see the sunrise because we woke up so early and took daily walks, it looked beautiful.

August 27th, 2016

8/27/2016

Going for a swim !
Trudi and I went over to Chiswick Park for our usual afternoon walk, we also took Sister Jennifer with us, it was very nice and sunny outside. After running around for a while it was starting to get too hot, so I decided that I wanted to take a swim in the pond, Trudi must not have been nearly as hot as I was because she didn’t want to jump in. By the time we got back home Trudi and I were very tired and took a much-needed nap!

February 10th, 2016

2/10/2016

Morning Walks
Trudy and I go out for our morning walk when it is still quite dark so we now have special collars to wear. Trudi's shines up green and mine blue so that we can be seen when we have run off. This is a lovely time of year for mud and puddles which I enjoy. Sometimes I am so dirty that I have to be hosed down when I get back. I don't like this at all but it Is worth it for the fun I have.

Bartie

March 04th, 2015

3/4/2015

Sorry It's been a while
Dear Friends,
I am sorry it’s been so Long, but Christmas and New Years has been so exhausting, but it has already been a good start to the year. The bungalows are now finished and look really nice and we have had some people moved in already, the fences are down and the garden is back to normal so Trudi and I can walk around the garden like we used too, the only problem is its too cold!

I’m tired of winter! Especially the mornings. I have to get out of my cosy warm bed to take Sister Jennifer and Liz out for a walks, but about a month ago it was different as there was snow. I haven’t played in snow before but it was quite exciting because it was soft and white just like my fur.

Well that’s enough for now, think its breakfast time.

Lots of woofs and licks

April 24th, 2014

4/24/2014

HAPPY EASTER!
I have been rather busy lately so I am sorry I haven’t had much time to write.

First I have had a new friend come to live here – she is called Trudi and is around 4 years old – we are not exactly sure because she has been rescued by our friends at the Hidestyle Animal Rescue and they thought of us. I have been showing her around the Convent and she has been meeting everyone here and is now settling in well.

Two weeks ago, Liz brought us another friend who has also been rescued – she is a black and white cat called Elia. Trudi and I have met her, and so have a lot of the ladies who live here but at the moment she is staying in Liz’s room until she gets used to everyone.

The builders have arrived to start work on the bungalows – they have put up fences around the garden to keep us safe but there is still plenty of space for us to walk around and for my friends to sit out and enjoy the sunny weather and lovely flowers in the raised beds.

Sister Jennifer had a BBQ for her birthday – the weather was very nice and a lot of people came to celebrate with her – you can see some pictures on our What’s On page

I will be writing again soon.

Woofs and kisses

Bartie

WISH YOU WERE HERE!

2/8/2014

My first holiday by the sea!

I am now nearly 9 months old and I thoroughly enjoyed my first holiday by the sea. I grew an inch running on the beach every single day for an hour or so. I met lots of new friends who wanted to play. Best of all, I found a café that provided dog biscuits, and Liz kindly bought me some. Every day after that I tried to call into the café to have a biscuit, even if the others didn’t want to go! The place we stayed in had lots of new exciting smells and muddy ditches. One day I had to pull Vilma out of the ditch as her wellies got stuck. I really enjoyed the sand and the wind in my hair but I didn’t like the seawater at all. I found a lovely pet shop in Budleigh Salterton and bought a new ball chucker and a few extra treats, as I found I got exceedingly hungry on holiday. As I was so good, I was allowed into Otterton Mill café which was very warm and had hot chocolate. I was much admired by everyone who met me. I went for walks in the countryside and on the cliff path as well, and I finally mastered kissing gates. By the end of the week I was able to lead the way. In the evenings and at night I slept very well, as I found it all quite exhausting as well as very great fun.

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"My friend Trudi and I are the residing dogs at St. Mary's Convent and Nursing Home. We bring joy to the home and the residents. Follow our tales along the way!"

May 29th, 2017

Treats!

May 08th, 2017

Holiday in Norfolk!

March 03rd, 2017

February 04th, 2017

October 08th, 2016

August 27th, 2016

February 10th, 2016

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April 24th, 2014

WISH YOU WERE HERE!

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