Additions to our dog family

Well, Morgan, a 6 month old Plotthound, just joined our extended family. My nephew Alexander adopted her just a few weeks ago. She joins the family's German Shepherd, Katie. Thankfully, the whole family,including the dog Katie have warmly welcomed Morgan. Apparently, Alexander is all grins and smiles over his new buddy too!

Here's a snapshot of Morgan at 6 months old:



On a related note, our extended family, on Stuart's side of the family came to visit and brought Lucy's cousin, Dakota, a black lab mix. Dakota is very lovable albeit a little scared of things and reserved. She did love Lucy's dog toys, especially the one I bought at Phyedeaux in Chapel Hill -- the "tested by Lucy" and "Hand-made in Chapel Hill" red fabric pull-toy. I'll have to get one for Dakota and mail it up to them in New Jersey. And no, Lucy didn't meet her cousin this visit as there was simply too much going on. Lucy spent the few days on vacation visiting her grandparents who love to spoil her and play fetch in the yard with her.

Here's a pic of Dakota on the couch, enjoying coddling her two toys -- Lucy's red one and the racoon she brought: