Sorry

We've been absent for awhile but here's what you missed:


Maggie's 1st birthday

Picking Out Our New Gal

Daddy's Lil Girl

First Meeting with Her Aunt Shelby

Does She Really Have to Stay?

Sleeping on Dad

This Way Lex

Looking for Trouble

Getting too big for her bed

Getting Ready for Her 1st Bat

Beginning of Baseball Season

Our Mascot

Countless trips to the vets

Are We There Yet?

The Arrival of Our New Friend Penny 

Weeeee

Look how cute

Why Dogs Are Better For Your Health...Just Saying

Source: nakedhealth

Dog people vs. cat people: the rivalry can be as contentious as that of opposing sports teams. Whichever animal you prefer, having a pet is good for your health, according to the CDC and the National Institutes of Health.

Studies show that even a goldfish will lower your stress levels and improve your mood, but the more complex the animal, the greater the benefits. A pet like a cat is a good companion, supremely cuddly, and also useful for creating hilarious Internet photos. But, if you want to reap maximum health effects, a dog is the gold standard. A dog around the house can be as effective as medication for certain conditions.

Depressed? Get a Dog

Though owning a creature that can, and probably will, poop on your floor at some point doesn’t seem like a stress-relieving proposition, pets do lower stress, anxiety, and depression. In fact, researchers have found that pet owners performing a stressful task perceive it as less challenging than non-pet-owners. Dogs, in particular, also reduce feelings of loneliness, which contributes to the lower incidence of depression among study participants. Dogs provide unconditional love and physical affection, which has been shown to improve their owners’ outlook and mood. Dogs even provide a natural endorphin release when their people are with them.

Muffintop? Get a Dog

Dog owners are less likely to be obese, largely because they get more pet-related exercise than non-dog-owners. Dogs, especially in urban areas, must be walked, and their owners benefit from regularly taking Rover for a stroll around the block. Unlike the excuses you find for skipping the gym, your hound’s big brown eyes and pleading whine is guaranteed to get you off the couch and out the door. If he’s the type to pull on the leash, you’ll burn even more calories trying to keep him under control. Playing a game of rope-tug or Frisbee with your dog will also keep you active, which gives your health a boost.

Sick? Get a Dog

A study published in the British Journal of Health Psychology found lower levels of cholesterol, blood pressure, and triglycerides among dog owners than cat owners, though all pet owners were healthier than those without pets. It is likely due to those regular walks, but dog owners edged out cat and other pet owners in overall health and fewer medical problems, both minor and serious. The act of stroking a dog lowers blood pressure as much as medication in some people, and the benefits last even when dog-owners are away from their pooches.

Can’t Get a Date? Get a Dog

Dog owners enjoy more social interaction and support than non-owners. Dogs themselves are highly social creatures and having your Great Dane drag you down the block to sniff the butt of that cute Yorkie means you’re going to have to at least smile at the Yorkie’s human. Dog parks, walking paths, and shopping for squeaky toys all give dog-owners opportunity and incentive to be social. Dog people also have an endless source of conversational topics, which prevents those dreaded awkward silences.

Want to Live Longer? Get a Dog

Given the health benefits of dog ownership in virtually every aspect of a person’s life, it’s no surprise that dog owners live longer. Not only do lower stress, greater happiness, and better health help keep dog owners from developing major diseases, but studies show that dog owners enjoy higher survival rates after major illnesses—as much as twice the rate for the year following a heart attack. The health effect is so pronounced, it is on par with smoking vs. not smoking. Even supportive friends and family members don’t provide the same health benefits as owning a dog.

If you just aren’t a dog person, a cat will still benefit your health. Caring for, petting, and interacting with an animal is as good for you as your daily multivitamin. But the benefit-to-work ratio means that, even as you grumble about the sandwich that disappeared off the kitchen counter, the chewed up shoes, and the hair stuck to your favorite black pants, you know that the wretched beast is not just your best friend, but the key to health and happiness. Now, get out there and walk him before he has an accident on the floor.

Whoever Said You Cant Buy Happiness Forgot About Puppies!

We are getting a new puppy! Well okay, not "we" meaning our family but Mum's friend Kelly went on the weekend to pick out her new puppy.

  

Meet Penny!

Aweeeeeee

Kisses <3

 Mum can't wait for her to come home; me on the other hand....well I'm not sure I can handle another puppy at my old age.  Maggie was enough to deal with when she came home.

Trying to steal MY dinner

Trying to get into MY house

Bugging me while I try to nap

Okay, I do have to admit she was a little cutie pie.

Happy Mothers Day

Happy Mothers Day to the best human Mum two girls could as for!

Best Mum - Right There!!

Best Play Date at the Park!

Best Spooner!

Call Us Guilty!

The Royal Wedding

If Will and Kate where dogs

I Do!

they probably wouldn't have looked like this but this is really the only photo I could find. Cute none the less. 

I missed the wedding as obviously I was sleeping but I'm sure I will catch lots of reruns.

Rain, Rain Go Away

You know what the best thing to do on a rainy day like today?

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

Properly Trained, A Man Can Be A Dog's Best Friend

On Saturday after waiting for what seem like an eternity for Dad to get off work He finally made it home!

Creepy

We eagerly hopped in Mum's car and headed for a glorious walk in the afternoon sun.

Are we there yet?

We arrived to the most wonderful place on earth:

Erindale Park

We ran, we laughed, we ate sticks, we hung from branches, and marked our territory on the way.

After walking almost 5 kms I was exhausted so we headed home for dinner and obviously a nap.

Happy Easter!!

Happy (Good) Friday

Spring has sprung!. Mom has today off so after she enjoyed her David's Tea (thanks pinkgiggles) she took us on a long walk.  

Although it is technically Spring the weather lately hasn't been feeling like it.  I'm looking forward to nicer weather for many reasons.  My main reason...

Really Mom? Really?

FINALLY time for Mum to put away these silly coats.  

With all the snow melted we have plenty of sticks to munch on.

Num, Num, Num

And I get to roll around in the grass (before Mum catches me).

Ahhhhhhhhhhh

Nap Time! 

Ready, Set, Exercise

I bet you are wondering how us two girls stay in fantastic shape?  EXERCISE!  Kid you not I was not always this trim.  One day I will go through some of my old photos and show you the "old" Lexus.
After Mum feeds us our dinner Maggie and I will begin our exercise just as Mum does hers.  I have heard that you are not suppose to exercise right after you eat because it can make you vomit - that just means I get to eat my dinner TWICE!

GRRRRRRRR

We were told not to get in Mum's way....

oooopppps sorry Mum

Is That A Pit Bull?

NO! Although my sister and I do not have anything against Pit Bulls, we wanted to clear up the misconception. American Bulldogs do not fall under the "Pit Bull" Ban. My mother always taught us it's not necessarily the breed of the dog that determines the viciousness of one; it's the stupid irresponsible owners. So if you see us walking down the street don't be afraid, we won't bite...and pretty please we beg of you not to ask our mother if we are Pit Bulls. She may just whack you with a stick.

If you should be afraid of anyone be afraid of her!

No not me silly. The scary girl in the back!

That's Shelby. She may look cute and tiny but don't be fooled. She is a terror, all 15lbs of her!

Welcome to the hairy adventures of Lexus and Maggie Mae. 


I'm Lexus a prim and proper 10 year old American Bulldog

and this is my annoying little sister Maggie Mae.  She is also an American Bulldog and will be turning 1 on May 28th. 

With the help of our Mum we are here to share our daily romps through life.

Remember folks that "No Outfit is Complete Without A Little Dog Hair"