It's their favorite time of the year: winter!
Niko, Zailey and Abner (who's actually a Malamute, but we tell him he's an honorary Husky) have been spending most of their days outside. It's in stark contrast to their summer schedule. In the hot months, they spend their time laying on top of the AC vents on the hardwood floor sleeping.
But now that temperatures are in the 50's, I can't keep them inside!
We had them on store bought food for most of the summer, but decided that in order to save money, we would start making their home-cooked diet again.
We were feeding them Rachael Ray's Nutrish dry dog food and our dogs LOVED it. However, we also decided that because the dogs would be outside more and running around, they needed more protein. So, they're back on their delicious home-cooked diet!
Niko - The Troublemaker
Niko has been misbehaving since the weather changed. He has figured out how to climb my kitchen cabinets to get into the sink. He really likes chewing on my wooden spoons and plastic bowls. I've been doing the dishes immediately after they are used to keep Niko from getting on the counter. We decided that he will go through the dog training class we love again. He's in need a refresher.
Zailey - The Princess
She's cute. She's fluffy. And she's a little poser. Zailey is the perfect dog--except if she doesn't get in her daily car ride. Then, she's a MONSTER. She also likes to pounce on me in the mornings to wake me up at 7 am sharp. If I do not open my eyes, she will howl until I get up. She likes afternoon naps in the sun and peanut butter. She would never admit it, but she really loves cuddling and kisses.
Abner - The Strong Silent Type
He's quiet, strong and the sweetest guy to cuddle with before bedtime. Abner spends his days looking after the huskies, playing with the little black puppy through the fence next door, and begging me for bananas. This dog ADORES bananas. I try to keep a few bags on hand at all times because he likes to split one with me every morning. I have never seen a dog react so strongly to food before. I can't even peel a banana without him howling. Abner has been a wonderful addition to our family and I can't remember what life was like before him. He's terrified of thunderstorms and likes to sleep in my arms while lightning and thunder strike above. He is also a great protector. No one can step foot in the yard without him barking. And I've already trained him to stay on the back porch when the gate is open. We also discovered that he really loves to watch cows. When we make our dump runs, he goes with us. Because we have the Explorer, he has a bit of trouble getting into the car so we try to limit his rides so he doesn't hurt his hips. Malamutes are known to have hip dysplasia due to their heavy bodies. But when we do take him, I make sure to stop on the side of the road so he can watch the cows grazing.
Boo - The Goofy Cousin
We adopted Boo as well, but she decided she really loves my mom. Like, desperately loves my mother. Boo still walks with the huskies every day, but she prefers the quiet solitude of my mom's house. She also has found a bff in Oliver, the gray cat. Boo spends most of her days napping, relaxing and walking with my mom. She likes to bark at the neighbor dogs. When I go over, Boo spends the entire time laying on my mom's lap. My mom watches Dogs with Jobs on Netflix and Boo likes to sit in the recliner with her and watch along. She looks precious in her sweaters. When it gets a little chilly outside, my mom always makes sure Boo is warm and stylish!
Here are a few more pictures of the Hansen Huskies to enjoy!
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