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Tam S's avatar

Socks is gorgeous and that ball, oh my, it's bright!

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

It's insane actually, we were just playing with it and it is almost blinding!

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Mona Sigal's avatar

Socks is unbelievably photogenic, even with that horrific muzzle on. He didn’t seem to mind it too much, did he? And yes, that ball can be clearly seen from outer space! Excellent choice!

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

Hi Mona. I did a really good job muzzle training with him so he handles it ok... but... it's annoying to him, that's for sure. But besides whacking me on the leg with it, he doesn't complain much... and yes, now my city's google earth satellite image shows our city, because you can see that crazy ball! He loves it so much though... I am going to post a video of him playing with it later.

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Kate Decker's avatar

Socks is clearly saying, with his lovely long nose encased in a wire basket muzzle, "Well, if you really, truly think this is a good idea..." Nice pictures, and what a lucky, lovely dog..

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

His vengeance is to whack me with his wire basket from time to time. Take that!

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Kate Decker's avatar

Lovely! :-) !!

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Claudia Morgan's avatar

Looks like you both had a good weekend!

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

Very mellow, very nice...

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Christopher Manson's avatar

I love Socks! This brings me a lot of comfort after saying goodbye to my Good Girl last week ❤️

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

I hope that Socks brings you a huge white cloud of comfort. It is so hard losing them!

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Gundy Walton's avatar

I am still in mourning over the end of Ted Lasso after all these years. 😭 Whatever happened to the chatter about the fourth season resurrection? Still waiting…zzz……

Socks is one gorgeous dog. I see the family lineage❣️

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wildflower's avatar

Socks is awesome, just like his name!!

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

Hi WildFlower! Welcome to my weird little dog substack. I am actually Sandolore in disguise (in case that’s not obvious). Good to have friends from the other planet here, ha!

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wildflower's avatar

I recognized you by Socks!! 😁 A dog Substack is a very cool idea!!!

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

Yay! I am actually having lots of fun here, it's a totally different vibe than over there in artworld. I've been talking to the loveliest people, and have lots of silly fun with my photos and photoshopping...

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wildflower's avatar

Pet/animal people are the best!!

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Nancy Ulin's avatar

The light, the light! Beautiful pictures.

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

I know, right, Nancy? I think that’s one of my favorite parts about “Charente”.

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Ann B's avatar

1. The muzzle is way better than racing muzzles for greyhounds. Yours looks lighter weight and better breathing. And easier to keep clean

2. I love these pictures and your humor.

3. It’s one of those days in bizzarro America. Today I was reminded once more there are no more good days with Social Security.

4. My son is quitting smoking today and slipped 3 times. He feels his life is over bc he feels he should be perfect at this. Oy. No amount of telling him it’s ok did any good.

5. Now I want to run and scream. I have arthritis - I’m not running anywhere. If I hurt myself I may not have insurance to go get fixed up

6. So seeing Socks really cheered me up. I’m glad he’s feeling back to normal. Sorry Eric’s was weird for him. He feels vibes no one else can.

Thank you

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

Hi Ann. I love this comment. Thank you... Good luck for your son, it is a hard thing to quit! I think you should find an alternative to running for the desire to... is there something physical you can do that won't hurt? Pinky pushups? Teeth grinding (not recommended)... journal ranting? I am glad we cheer you up... that's what we are here for!

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Ann B's avatar

You’re good company. Love to you and yours. Thank you for the joy you bring.

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

I think that’s the best compliment I’ve gotten all year! Thank you!

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Ann B's avatar

You are very welcome!

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ReneeUpNorth's avatar

I love the pics of Socks enjoying his day-glo ball in the lovely French garden. You certainly won’t lose sight of that ball!

Saturday I had my volunteer shift at my local library then went on a hike with my daughter at a nearby state park. Yesterday I took my mom to a small craft fair and finished reading a book. It was lovely and sunny all weekend without being too hot. It was gorgeous.

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

That kinda sounds like a perfect weekend, Renee!

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Adrienne Auryansen's avatar

Handsome lad 😊

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Gina Burton's avatar

A trip to Bordeaux sounds very exciting!

We had a blissful Saturday and Sunday with no commitments. Puttered around in the garden and the house. We started to watch Ted Lasso. If there’s anyone else on planet earth who hasn’t seen it, we highly recommend. It’s the perfect antidote for these worrying times.

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A Dog A Day with Cindy Sykes's avatar

Ted Lasso warms my heart like a toasty ol tea cozy. I am glad you are watching it. It's so terribly funny and may just help you regain your trust in humanity.

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Gina Burton's avatar

Perfect analogy Cindy!

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