My brother has been on a business trip since the 16th, so we’ve had his dog, Yoshi since then. Kyle joked that Yoshi was going to teach Schuyler, “how to dog,” while he was here. I think he taught James the most about being a dog, but he’s had an impact on Schuyler, too.
I can’t even handle it.
The two of them have become fast friends.
The two of them spend the majority of their time wrestling, playing tug of war, or chasing each other. Yoshi has taught Schuyler important things like how to steal each other’s food, how to jump off of couches, and how to yelp to get your way. Schuyler uses this last one on Yoshi regularly and it works like a charm — usually to get a toy or the aforementioned food.
Even though he prefers Schuyler, Yoshi has been kind enough to share the love.
Having two dogs here was quite an adjustment at first, especially since one of them isn’t quite housebroken and one of them weighs four times more than the other. But now we’ve got a good, easy routine. Yoshi is such a good boy, and it’s been nice to have him to snuggle with. He loves to curl up in my lap, or lay down next to Schuyler.
Since Kyle gets home tonight, Yoshi will be leaving us in a few hours. Kyle asked if the kids would be okay after Yoshi went home. They’ll be sad but fine. I think it will be hard on Schuyler, though. Yoshi is her favorite playmate and she’ll likely be pretty sad when her partner in crime is gone. But we’ll be seeing a lot more of Yoshi, and hopefully the next time they play together Yoshi can finally get Schuyler to walk on a leash (she flat-out refuses).
Lazy.
Lenora says:
Oh my goodness, so much cuteness. The manager of my complex recently got a miniature terrier puppy and he brings her to the office so I have been stopping by after work to get puppy love. She is so adorable and chewing on everything.
Becca says:
Time to get a second dog.
Jeanie says:
They’re so cute together. I second (heh) getting a second dog!
Kerri says:
Not that I’m at all biased, but I’m with two other comments before me. Getanotherdog!
Kerri says:
I apparently forgot how to use my space bar, but I stand by the statement nonetheless.
Lissa says:
Schuyler is most definitely a Corgi/Chihuahua mix, in case you were wondering. Chihuahua tail and colors, Corgi ears and feet. So cute!
Chris says:
I have to concur with everyone else who has commented.
1. Total puppy cuteness. Well, Yoshi is pretty darn cute too.
2. Get another dog! Seriously, having two is incredible. The only things that I’ve found harder with 2 are traveling just because of the logistics although many hotels will allow 2 small dogs I’ve found. And, taking them to the vet. NEVER attempt that alone. Just saying…it doesn’t work and no one comes home happy!
3.Corgi and Chihuahua for sure! I wonder if there is some yorkie because I do see some terrier in that face but the other two are prevalent. Those ears are a dead giveaway for Corgi ears.
Thank you for happy puppy pictures when everything is full of such gloom.
Anna says:
I do find it’s easier to take two to the vet at once, because one is calm and seems to help the other one who is nervous. Plus my vet gives a small discount to see two at a time.
Jane says:
Good boy Yoshi! You’ve been so good with your new friend Schuyler. Two dogs is great (for a lot of years we’ve even had 3) because they always have someone to play with. But your little one has your young kiddos to play with so I’m sure she’s never lonely. Play dates with Yoshi will certainly keep her happy now that they’ve become such good buddies. p.s. That picture of Schuyler trailing Yoshi – at our house somebody would be scolding “get your nose out of there, that’s not yours!!” heh heh
Lisa F. says:
Oh my gosh, what an adorable little pair!
Stephanie says:
Yep! You need to become a two-dog household!
Leah says:
Pack animals, man. Dogs want to dog with other dogs.