With this gorgeous weather, who could resist a ride up to the pond?
Cohassett and I saddled up and took Huckleberry for his longest pony ride yet today. He still doesn't have any boots to fit him, so we stuck to the soft grass on the sides of the roads as much as possible. With my puppy, Kaia, in the lead, we rode all the way up the back of my property to "Turtle-luckus Pond" about 1.5 miles away. The pond was named by Alicia and her family because they turn their stray turtles loose there. It is very full now, and has some tasty grass growing along the banks.
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Kaia |
When we arrived at the pond, Kaia and Cohassett walked straight in to the water. They were hot and sweaty by that time, so the water felt really good. Huckleberry hesitated for about 1 second, but then strode right in behind Cohassett. We spent about an hour wandering the banks of the pond, eating grass, and playing in the water. Cohassett tried to lay down with me on him, but I managed to save myself at the last minute! Huckleberry had lots of fun pawing at the water, and going in all the way to his shoulders. It was great to see him playing and swishing his tail around as he splashed himself with water.
Unfortunately, I couldn't seem to manage my camera, in addition to all of the ropes and reins, so these pictures of our ride last week will have to suffice. Hopefully we will do it again very soon!
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Cohassett at Turtle-luckus pond |
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Enjoy the sunshine!
~Jackie