Tuesday, September 15, 2009

red badge of courage




Hard to believe the same little kielbasa that seeks cushy laps and soft blankies is the same fearless hunter that barges through lattice work when chasing a bunny, but the marks we found on Baxter's chest after his serendipitous backyard chase yesterday evening is proof that he is one in the same.

I am warrior wiener, hear me woof!

9 comments:

Anonymous said...

Brave Baxter! Hey, thanks for the harness pattern hook up, my Annie loves hers, I don't have to stuff her legs thru anything.

sadermaxx said...

Hi Baxter !
Ever the most feared worrier needs a nice warm blankie or and lap to lay on.

kalyxcorn said...

Hi sadermaxx! Yup dat's me!! Just don't tell anybody I sleep with my mom and dad cuz I'm not sure how scary that makes me look with those bunnies.

Hi Anonymous!! Aren't those harnesses great? Feel free to send a pic or a link cuz I love seein everybody's handiwork!! :) kalyxcornucopia@gmail.com

Alicia said...

Hey Baxter, glad you enjoyed your Big Chase last night! Bunnies are so much more fun than kitty cats, cause they run up the fence and get away. Bunnies keep Oskar crashin' and dashin' lots longer, not to mention the yummy Godiva chocolate morsels (!) they leave behind!
Watch that lattice stuff too. I'm sure mom kissed your hurt away!

Warm wags and woofs, able hunter
Oskar

PS Do you have a pattern for a harness to fit an 11 lb. dog? Chest is 16", neck is 10.5".
How about a centipede costume?

kalyxcorn said...

Hi Alicia! I couldn't believe how quickly Baxter's marks healed. It's practically gone now, less than 24 hours later.

I don't have a pattern that would fit Oskar's measurements but you're in luck because the KwikSew Pattern 3517 has you covered in the XL size. I haven't used that particular pattern but Thigpen Drive did with wonderful results. Remember to include a seam allowance when you cut the kwiksew pattern because they don't include it on the printed paper. You can get Kwiksew at Hancocks locally but usually not Joann.

Love the idea of a centipede costume! I haven't run across a pattern like that, but I did alter simplicity'smutt-a-saurus pattern for Baxter to use as onesie style pjs. I'm sure one could easily sew a ton of legs on either side of that one. But be warned, Baxter didn't care much for the whole stretchy onesie aspect, it seems. He kept sitting down. I have to go back and revisit what I can do to make the onesie more comfortable (yet maintain a svelte cut). Happy sewing and send me a pic when you're done!! :) Feel free to contact me if you run into probs or have a question...

Oh boy rabbit poo! yeah Baxter loves those "chocolates", too, though we try to discourage him cuz we don't know exactly what it was that gave him HGE

Lorenza said...

Hi, Baxter!
You are so brave! Those are the marks of a warrior!
Now, go to sleep on your soft blankie!
Kisses and hugs
Lorenza

Taffy said...

OH! My sweet boy! Are you okay? Do you need me to come over and take care of you? You are so brave! I'm sure your mom and dad appreciate you protecting them from the evil bunnies.
Snuggles,
Twix

Alicia said...

So happy that your Homeland Defense Doxie has healed quickly!

I'm a poor seamstress, but I'll try your harness suggestion. I know that a onesie would be too distracting for Oskar, so maybe something like a (very) modified horse cooler would work. How about knotted and formed pipe cleaners for legs and antennea? Sounds like I've given myself a chore!
Spray any rabbit droppings (and all offensive animal debris) you find with vinegar, it's long lasting and keeps our boy safe from our big IBS issues.
Thanks again for the harness tip!

Woofingly,
Oskar

kalyxcorn said...

okay, this is weird. I thought I posted another comment but i don't see it! So here is a shorter summary of what I thought I said a couple of days ago!
> Good thinkin with the Cooler idea cuz it's much easier to execute! If u need a pattern, Martha Stewart offers a free pattern for a doggie coat that can easily be adapted. Or try Simplicity 9520 view G.
> If u want to be less literal with the "centi", bendy hair curlers might work
> Might be fun to sew ridges on the coat for a segmented look.

Okay, I hope this takes! And does anybody reread stuff that's old but newly commented on? I am sporadic so hope y'all have patience! :)