Every now and then, we check in on Charlie and Stella, their adjustment to life together, and I make note…
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Charlie the Pup
Charlie "Bug" Fogle was born in 2011 and is my adoring sidekick. She has pretty much grown up around DIY, so she has zero fear of power tools or being under ladders (which, of course, I have to keep a watchful eye on). She adores running at full speed on farmland and is insatiably curious. She is one of the gentlest treat-stealers on the planet, but very excitable. She is also convinced she is much smaller than she is, which is probably compounded by the fact that her sister Stella (who joined the family in 2017) is 40 lbs smaller.
If you're wondering what kind of dog she is, the short answer is a mutt. Here are her DNA results.
Likes: Bacon (all food, really), protecting Stella, running, end-of-the-bed naps, belly rubs (though she has no clue how to lay on her back for them, so she'll tower over you instead), enthusiastic jumping, barking roughhousing with K, deep butt scratches, getting brushed, fortune cookies, chewing on unused paint sticks
Dislikes: fences, fireworks, being picked up, bathtime, opossums, cats, being on a leash
Nicknames: Charles, Chuck, Chuckles, Goof, Sir Charles Miner, Kanga(roo), Asshole, Goofball, Charlie Bug, Sweetie, Brownie, Dumbo
Below, you'll find lots of posts that mention my star and sidekick (and K's biggest fan). Get ready for 50 lbs of nonstop energy! ?
How I Installed Frosted Window Film — and Got the Dog to Stop Barking!
Thanks to frosted window film, my master bed and bath share a bright, sunny space but with the added comfort…
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Master Bedroom Makeover: New Paint & Black Accents
The master bedroom makeover continues with new black paint on the trim, white paint on the walls, window frost, and…
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New Rugs + Master Bedroom Mood Board
The master bedroom has new rugs! Plus, see what I’m inspired by for the master bedroom redesign! Out of all…
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Pupdate: Dog Days of Summer — Charlie & Stella
This post is, more or less, a treat for those of you who love updates on Charlie and have asked…
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7 Tips for How to Keep Dogs Cool in the Summer
This summer, the dogs and I have spent a lot (a LOT) of time outside. But that also means they…
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Pupdate: Valentine’s Day and Two Additions to the UDH ❤️
Moving in, Valentine’s Day, fun gifts and more! Everything going on at the UDH since I last posted… Whoosh. Remember…
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Pupdate: Charlie’s DNA Test Results!
The time has finally come to find out more about Charlie. Here are her recent Wisdom Panel test results, and…
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Pupdate: Feeling the Fall – Charlie in the Country
This weekend was quite a fun one. Cooler temps, fresh air, and simply finding room to pause. And if you’re…
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11 Products for Busy Dog Owners That Make Life a LOT Easier
It’s Pet Week part 2! If you missed part one, see this post. For those who have never read this…
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What To Remember When You Bring A Dog Home
(and I don’t mean from the bar… *ba dum tss*) Is it just the nature of summer or something? My…
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Charlie Turns Six!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of BarkBox. All opinions are 100% mine. Happy birthday to…
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