Warning...post contains a bug photo!

My little dog, Pierre, usually likes little things.  He rolls in dead worms, lifts his little leg on small branches that have fallen and even has normal size dog treats cut in half.  He stands about 1 foot 3 inches and weighs just under 12 pounds.

Pierre adores big bugs.

In Michigan we have "June Bugs" this time of year.  It's a fat beetle about an inch long, shiny light brown with hooked legs that stick to things.  They dive bomb lights at night and then later in the summer, you'll find their papery shells attached to tree bark. 

Feel free to check out this link if you're feeling really scientific or into entomology; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phyllophaga_%28genus%29

Pierre is just fascinated with these June bugs.  He finds them and drags them into the house to play with.  So nice.  They hook on his lips as he dances around.  When nearly dead from being "dog handled", he rolls on them repeatedly until they are completely incapacitated.  Then he runs out to find another.

I'm never sure if I should reprimand him or just enjoy the show as the bugs are only here for a short time. 

I always thought I'd have a little dog that loved plaid sweaters and fluffy doggie beds, instead my dog likes black bandanas, bbq chips, my daughter Julia's dirty socks and sleeping in anyone's bed! He's probably been watching LA Ink and Jersey Shore while I'm at work....

It could be worse however, at least he hates spiders as much as I do!

Little Pierre Update

I thought I'd share a bit about Little Pierre today.  Pierre is now 9 months old and full of energy and love! 

This is his spot in the Living Room, which affords a view of the driveway and kitchen.  Pierre can monitor all movement and bark accordingly.  

 We are just now able to capture a "still" Pierre.  Terriers have a lot of energy!

 We are having fun with dog ice cream!  I am always amazed at the products available for dogs!

He has an invisible fence in our backyard, so he's able to run and play at whim!  Pierre has made friends with the neighbor dogs, so there is much activity to keep him busy!    Pierre has experienced his first vaccinations, a string eating episode, his first bee sting and 2 doggie parties! 


Otto and Pierre are now friends, they often play together and the cats love Pierre's dog treats!  Otto keeps Pierre groomed and in line!

When Pierre is unsupervised, he occasionally gets himself in trouble.  It absolutely amazes me how much stuffing little cat toys contain!

We do love having a summer afternoon read and nap together!