Binky and Artemis playing in the snow. Once the temp drops, Artemis will need to wear her coat. But for today, she's doing great. Binky adores the cold. I just have to put some Mushers Secret on his precious toe beans. #shelties #shetlandsheepdog #tripoddog #dogsofsky

Binky is a sleepy eepy boy today. Circling 10 people and trying to get them all in the living room yesterday was really hard work. #shelties #shetlandsheepdog #dogsofsky

Dignity in tatters because he has a cowlick on his rumpus after his bath...Poor Binky! #shelties #dogsofsky #shetlandsheepdog

Binky pretending to sleep while he waits to pounce when Mama puts on more tasty lotion. #shelties #shetlandsheepdog #dogsofsky

Binky being cute #shelties #dogsofsky

Artemis has been very jealous because Binky gets to ride in the car for class every week. She's enjoying her payback car ride to the apple orchard. #dogsofsky #tripoddog

Binky is angry with me. We went on vacation without him. The audacity. He was pampered by his uncle but still... Bad mama. #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky started Doggy Parkour classes. This week we are practicing his first skill, which is putting two feet on objects. #shelties #dogsofsky #shetlandsheepdogs #doggyparkour

Uh oh! Sheltie bath day. Foulest betrayal #shelties #dogsofsky #shetlandsheepdog

Binky is such a good boy. #shelties #dogsofsky

Artemis was limping on her rear leg, and I was worried because she can't afford another amputation. The vet did x-rays, and is a soft tissue issue. She's got orders for some new meds and some rest. She's still a bit high from the sedative for the X-rays. #dogsofsky #tripoddog

Binky likes the pig. Artemis does not like the pig. Does Binky only like the pig because it annoys Artemis? #dogsofsky #shelties

Binky had a bath, blowdry, and brush today. One chew is not sufficient to earn his forgiveness. #shelties #dogsofsky

View from my hammock at lunch. What could be more relaxing than a sheltie panting in your face? #shelties #dogsofsky

Just sitting here looking regal on the first nice day in a long long long time. #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky got a new office bed. Maggie the boxer dog tried to get into his little bed and tore it because she was too heavy. He's been dealing with his little paws sliding into the rip long enough. Now he has a fancy new bed. Got to rest up for adventures. #shelties #dogsofsky

Must free mother's toes from foot prisons... #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky went to his first restaurant patio today. He settled under the table like a pro. Nobody even noticed he was there. #shelties #dogsofsky

Mama uses delicious hair products. Must attack and weirdly lick head after she washes her hair - Binky #shelties #dogsofsky

Sleepy sheltie boy with just a touch of dry mouth from sleeping with his tongue out. #shelties #dogsofsky

This stuffed frog is bigger than Binky and dragging it around is so exhausting. Going to need a nap. #shelties #dogsofsky

How is it bath day already? - Binky #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky objects to mama combing him while singing "Fluffy butt. Fluffy butt. Oh Fluffy fluffy. Fluffy butt" to the tune of Lollipop for some unknown reason. #shelties #dogsofsky

Artemis and Maggie were scared to death last night, despite trazadone (and in Artemis's case gabapentin). Binky on the other hand was not scared and decided he should fight the fireworks and make them shut up. They went on til well after 4 AM. Firework idiots surround us with no concern for others

We actually ran into someone this morning at the Farmer's Market who recognized that Binky's name is a reference to Death's horse in Terry Pratchett's Discworld. I didn't do any shopping, but I did donate to the local Food Pantry while I was there. #shelties #dogsofsky #discworld

Throwback to Binky during his awkward puppy shed playing with his big sister Artemis in the yard. #shelties #dogsofsky #tripoddog

Does your sheltie have a favorite floor vent? This is Binky's most beloved floor vent. Of all the vents in the house, this is the only one he chooses. #shelties #dogsofsky #sheltie #shetlandsheepdog

Once you wake up the hooman, refuse to go potty despite acting like you are desperate. Then, sit on the couch and watch the hooman prepare your breakfast (the actual goal) while looking regal - Binky (probably) #shelties #dogsofsky

Today is our 17th anniversary.

Binky's current exercise routine. It is too hot for his other forms of entertainment. But he loves hose fighting and his splash pad. #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky lives in an air conditioned house but that's not enough for his mama. Here he is chilling in front of his personal fan on his cooling mat in his crate where his sister dog can't mess with him. #dogsofsky #shelties

Binky is helping Mama get dressed by laying on Mama's clothes. This is also the best method for helping your special hooman make the bed. #shelties #dogsofsky

Post-Farmer's market nap. On the pillow, right where the fan ruffles his fur the bestest. Binky's Life. #shelties #dogsofsky

Mama says Binky needed a bath. Binky says this is an atrocity but he held his own and Mama looks like she lost a fight with an alley cat. #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky is studiously ignoring his water bottle after his walk at the Farmer's Market. He was very annoyed at the giant sheltie (collie) and wondering how he got so big, but quite alright with the other dogs #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky says "I only pulled mom's hair a little getting up here before I decided to weirdly lick her palm by putting her whole hand in my mouf. Gotta keep her on her toes!" #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky is checking the bush for invaders. You cannot be too careful. Birds and squirrels are everywhere. #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky chased a bunny out of the yard this morning along with his 3-legged big sister Artemis. He was running slower than Artemis but that was for the best. Her brakes aren't the best and she can't guarantee a stop before she runs you down. She is also 4X his size. Safety first. #dogsofsky #shelties

Hammock and sunshine in April. #shelties #dogsofsky

I tried to sneak up on Binky to take his photo during his crate nap. The only place he ever sleeps completely upside down and vulnerable is his crate where his sister dog can't sneak up on him. #shelties #dogsofsky

It has begun... #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky is relaxing. #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky obliged by sticking his tongue out the tiniest bit, but Artemis did not. #shelties #dogsofsky #tongueoutTuesday

First crocus of the year

Time for booster shots. Binky is definitely going to deploy the sad ears when a technician walks in here. #shelties #dogsofsky

The hoomanity. Binky hates baths. #shelties #dogsofsky

One year ago today, Binky came home with me. His big sister Artemis was pretty happy with the little floof. #shelties #dogsofsky

The face of a sheltie whose human is eating ice cream and not sharing. #sheltie #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky is not thrilled with my splurge purchase of an elevated bathtub that fits in our bathtub. My poor old knees are thrilled though. #shelties #dogsofsky

Binky is both sitting on my lap and giving me the cold shoulder for daring to leave him in his crate extra time while I went to the doctor. #shelties #dogsofsky