07/24/2005: "Part Two - Out On Manoeuvers"
music: Who Says Chows Aren't Working Dogs?
Once again, we'd like to let you know why BLIND CHOWS RULE!!!!
Yesteday, many of you were keeping your fingers and paws crossed for MeiMei's big Rescue Debut.
Here we are setting out this morning for our Water Work exercise in rescue. Mei Mei's all primed up and ready to go!
Once again, Merlin has graciously volonteered to play the VICTIM . (such a good chow chow he is)
Our shining star of the day: Miss MeiMei Vigelais Mikkimotto
Brave and courageous beyond words!
Primed and ready to go forth and save the world from evil.
A rare glimpse at a true star......
As you can see the weather is more than co-operating as both heros set out being towed behind the tow boat into the murky depths of danger.
The shore line is getting farther and farther away as the level of danger increases.
The adrenalin is high, and everyone is chomping at the bit!
Both parties are rehearsing their important roles over and over making sure they play their part flawlessly, with perfect execution.
Now, halfway into the middle of deep, dark, ominous lake, both parties are gearing up for the maiden PEI-rescue performance.
All is quiet, bets are placed, media holding breathe, all is still, and the cameras are rolling as; MEI MEI is given her command to BRING THE BOAT BACK TO SHORE!!!
Command: Don't just stare at us, come back here MeiMei! - Jump in Dear, Come on, you can do it!
Direction yells "ACTION""
Holy Smokes ! Major upset - BUT WHAT'S THIS ?? - THE CHOW IS JUMPING INTO THE WATER!!
(Oh My Gosh!)
In a stunning display of masculin, macho, bravado, Merlin decides to take the helm and save his little
sister MeiMei ?!?!?!?
HANG ON MEIMEI - I'LL SAVE YOU!
As MeiMei continues to comtemplate what to do, Blind Chow Merlin, unbelievably swan-dives into the cold, deep, dark water, blindly navigates and tows the boat and the stage frightened Shar-PEI, 50 meters back to shore in record time!
What a stunning upset for the Shar-PEI world!
MeiMei CLEARLY embarassed by being out done by a blind chow, asks the director for another "TAKE".
We willingly oblige and re-take the shot. Here goes MeiMei one more time!
And does MeiMei come through??? YES!!! Why YES!!! She jumps into the deep, dark, perilous waters to save the day.!
( a little late... but none the matter..... )
MeiMei - determined to carry out her charge, reaches the shoreline in good order with absolute determination!!!
(After all MeiMei is only ONE little, tiny year old).... it's a lot to expect all this from a baby pei-ling.
Well, everyone's had a big morning. It's back to the drawing board but we all made progress.
Clearly the man below is the hero of the day!
Our little blind chow chow Merlin!
What A Guy!
What a chowy moment in history!... and who says that chows aren't Working Dogs ?!?!?
.... and YES he got LOADS of hugs and cookies! (so did pei-ling)
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Chowy Woofs!: 31 Chowy Comments
on Sunday, July 24th, Laura B. said
I love it!!! Perfect storyplot!! I expect to see Merlin and MeiMei showing at the movies soon!!
Way to go Merlin!
:)
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on Sunday, July 24th, Lisa B said
Woohoo Merlin and MeiMei!! What a great story. CT and Diamond now know who to call when a water emergency arises!
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on Sunday, July 24th, Janet & Jenna said
:D
What a great story! What fun it was to read! You should sell that story to a children's book publisher. Very unusual.
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on Sunday, July 24th, BEv said
Love your stories. For some reason I can never see the pictures when you present them in this form. When you send them to the list I see them fine. It probably is something on my computer that is blocking it. Anyway----great stories!
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on Sunday, July 24th, Alix Wend said
:hehe:
c'est absolument génial, tes chiens sont vraiment magnifiques et importants, continuez comme cela, la célébrité n'est pas loin....
félicitations à vous 3 !
alix
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on Sunday, July 24th, VICKI of LOTUS CHOWZ said
MM.....
Just love this; you should be a "writer" in your next life!!!
CHOWS RULE!!!!
Vicki
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on Sunday, July 24th, Ms. Tika Blue Teddy said
Oh Merlin! You are so strong and brave. I am so looking forward to meeting you.Maybe you could even teach me to swim?
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on Sunday, July 24th, Eloise said
:) :D
Love the story! You did a great job and the pictures were great. I truly enjoyed it.
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on Sunday, July 24th, Melissa, Scribbles & Spooky said
:D
What a great story! Merlin & MeiMei are both heros in my book!
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on Sunday, July 24th, Jacque' Greene said
Adorable and so very well done!!!
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on Sunday, July 24th, Barbara J, Miss Bubbles and Sammy said
Barbara and Miss Bubbles were amazed and amused by the rescue pictures and story! Great! Sammy, the almost blind Chow who looks like he could be Merlin's brother, wants to have a chat with Merlin. He wants Merlin to know that just because Chows were working dogs for centuries and can still be, doesn't mean that they should be. Sammy says to watch out in case your mom starts to think you ever do anything other that what pleases you and to seriously avoid any notion of Chow training resulting in the Chow being trained other than vice versa (smile).
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on Monday, July 25th, Kelly said
Poor MeiMei foiled again by her chowy brother, Merlin. That was so funny. I am so proud of them both. WAY TO GO !!!
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on Monday, July 25th, Dawn and Georgie-girl said
Great story! Love the thought bubbles. Georgie-girl thinks Mei-mei is insane to go into the water. :D
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on Monday, July 25th, joan rochford said
WOW what a great story, I enjoyed it so much. thankyou beautiful pei :D
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on Monday, July 25th, Kim said
This was fantastic! I was hoping for the best until the very end. MeiMei and Merlin are bound to be stars. Thanks for sharing. Maybe there's hope my pei, Bailey will someday get in the water!
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on Tuesday, July 26th, Chris Arhelger said
Maarvelous !!
An award winning performance and production. As a volunteer water rescuer myself... I would love to have the company of M&M. Great Show !!!!!
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on Friday, July 29th, Stephanie said
:)
That is SOOOO funny! What a cute story, and told in such detail! Very enjoyable!
Awh, and they're so cute in their little life vests!
Steph
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on Tuesday, August 23rd, Kim Bowden said
very cute story with great pix. Thanks for sharing!
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on Thursday, October 27th, Chow rescue said
We have a chow who works as a volunteer therapy dog in the hospital
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on Monday, July 10th, Jim Lanigan said
:D I enjoyed your story. We adopted a blind minature poodle when we heard that it would be shipped off to the university of Guelph to participate in a research project. We had 2 Bichons at the time and thought they can be Jordie's eyes. We lived in Milton Ont at the time, and life was good, until a neighbour found out that the town of Milton only allowed 2 dogs per household. After a few registered letters from the town, we decided to move to Cambridge Ont where the bylaw permitted 3 dogs. Jordie is now 11 years old, and is enjoying life. The Bichons are getting older and starting to slow down. Jordie has been a great addition to our home, who enjoys walking, and jogging in the park. Snuggling in beside you when watching TV.Life turned out very good for this lucky pup.
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on Monday, August 7th, Dao said
very funny... where's mommy and where are the cookies?
and how in the world did those blue tongued creatures manage alone in the boat. such clever creatures !
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on Friday, September 8th, Sunshade said
Hey Merlin & MeiMei, you are both very beautiful!!! Come visit my blog if you have a chance!
Love nibbles,
Miss Sunshade
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on Saturday, July 14th, diane Gilbert said
You two did such a great job!! You are our heroes!! Your mommy should write children's books, kids would love both of you.
luv,
BoBo, Fannie & MuShu
:) :D :laugh:
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on Thursday, October 18th, gail said
I just found this after working until 11PM the night before. This was absolutely delightful!
Julie, my blind chow chow was most impressed when I read her all about merlin!
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on Monday, January 14th, Meeshka said
I have awarded you with the "make my day" blog award. Come visit my blog so you can steal the picture and post it on your blog.
Meeshka
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on Tuesday, April 29th, Karen said
Love the story. Keep them coming
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on Tuesday, April 29th, Karen said
Love the story. Keep them coming
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on Tuesday, April 29th, Karen said
Love the story. Keep them coming
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on Tuesday, April 29th, Karen said
Love the story. Keep them coming
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on Tuesday, April 29th, Karen said
Love the story. Keep them coming
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on Tuesday, April 29th, Karen said
Love the story. Keep them coming
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