Dudley goes to Boston (continued)

So this is what would happen if we walked too much at once. Dudley tried to keep up mostly, but when he got tired he would just stop walking and lie down in the middle of the sidewalk. This was in Beacon Hill. Next time we are definitely bringing a wagon to carry him around, since bassets aren't known for their long distance endurance record.

Dudley goes to Boston (continued)

Waiting for the T to Cambridge.

Dudley goes to Boston (continued)

These shots were taken in Cambridge Commons.

We spent a lovely afternoon just walking around Cambridge, and hanging out in the park mostly.

I read Tintin in Tibet while sitting in the park, which is highly recommended (both reading it, and reading it in a park)!

A walk in the park

We went for a walk in the Boston Commons past the swan boats, and down to the Charles River for a restful afternoon hanging out and people watching. There were over 50 sailboats in the Charles, all with white sails, swarming about most of the afternoon. That's Bob in front of the Arthur Fiedler statue.

Scenes from the Hotel

We stayed at a dog friendly hotel in the financial district. It's a great hotel, very accommodating for dogs, but not the greatest location. There isn't much going on during the weekend, and not many restaurants. It's not far from Beacon Hill though.

When we walked in there was a little sign next to a bowl of biscuits welcoming all the dogs with reservations.

We spoiled Dudley by letting him on the bed, but there wasn't a couch so what are you going to do?? He really liked the bed, but luckily that was soon forgotten when we returned home.

Dudley goes to Boston

We took Dudley for a long weekend in Boston for Memorial Day weekend. He did extremely well, and took pretty much everything in his stride. His major hurdles were walking over grates and riding in the elevator, both of which he was doing without a problem by the time we left. He also had to figure out it was ok to poop on concrete :)

We took him to Quincy Market on the first day, and strolled around the hoards of tourists. Faneuil Hall was a relatively short walk from the hotel. He didn't mind the crowds at all, but that's no surprise!

The Garden in Winter

The garden in Winter. I included a summer shot for comparison. The pond spent quite a few days almost completely frozen over. Luckily the fish did fine and emerged from their cave in the Spring.

Guest Appearances

Complimentary kitty photos. Philbert enjoys reclining on the new tempurpedic bed.

Good for the back! Sal has taken to lounging on top of my dresser.

Fireside

Back safe inside enjoying a warm fire.

Bassets in the snow

More action shots in the back yard.

I have to admit I threw some snow on his face for the first shot.

Playing the snow - what there is of it!

These were actually taken in March after the final snowfall of the season. I was a little late, but wanted to be sure to get some snow action shots! You can see it was only a dusting though.

Dudley really loves the cold weather. He loves to go for long walks no matter how freezing it is. He also enjoys climbing over snow mounds created on the side of the road. I'd say his Tennessee roots don't go too deep!