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Hi, Rusty!
Yes, I like Kevin, too
As you say, he is very quiet and unassuming , despite being so very knowledgeable.
Unlike Bobby Seagull!
I did not take to him.
Well done on treating yourself with your book!
I hope it arrives soon and you enjoy it!
Oh dear, an over exuberant puppy can be quite a handful!
Better wear some "old" trousers, that can withstand being plucked or scratched?
Maybe have a cold drink (water, which doesn't stain?)
Damage limitation? !!!!
Hopefully, pup will grow out of this over enthusiastic stage soon!
But you will enjoy spending time with Miss O'Hara!
I am recording "Cold Feet" and will watch it later....I can then fast forward through the ads!

Hello, Elle!
I have fleece lined Craghopper Kiwis that I often wear in winter.
They are a bit thicker than my usual trousers.
Short sleeved shirt and a lightweight gilet from Millets, and my trail shoes, and that should do.
I have got the pup some doggy "treats" from ASDA, so fingers crossed!
I am sure the pup and me will get on fine!
I think I shall have a browse through YouTube to see what I can find now.
Then porridge for supper and that will be Friday!

Hi, Rusty!
Oh dear......you sound as though you are going out fitted up for combat!
Does pup not respond to commands like "Sit"?
I am sure, though, that she will enjoy the "treats" !
My cousin has just texted me.......she went back to the hospital today about her hand.....
There is still an ongoing problem...it seems there may be a fracture... she has been fitted with another cast.
I shall hear the full story when we speak on Sunday.
Enjoy your porridge!

Hello, Elle!
I am usually a fairly casual dresser anyway, Elle, though I draw the line at jeans.
They are not for me.
No, the pup does whatever she likes, by the looks of things.
They tell me she is just being "affectionate"!
That is a pity about your cousin.
Fractures can be painful!
I was on YouTube looking at "crosswords".
Great clip of the Two Ronnies doing them on a train.
Very funny!

Good morning, Rusty!
We have had a good brisk walk!
I like these crisp mornings.
I bought a paper on the way home, as John is away this weekend.
I didn't want to do without my crossword "fix"!
What time are you going to see Miss O'H?
Don't forget the dog treats...bribery and corruption......and all that jazz.....
I need a coffee........

Good morning, Elle!
Just home from seeing Miss O'Hara.
Had a nice visit.
What a change in the pup.
A lot less boisterous now.
Her diet has been changed and she eats only raw food now.
It has made a big difference.
Even her coat is much softer now.
I have not looked at the paper yet.
I had the heating on earlier.
Think Summer has gone!

Hi, Rusty!
I am glad that you enjoyed the time spent with your granddaughter!
It is good that the pup has quietened down somewhat.....
I have heard of the BARF diet... but don't know much about it......
I believe it to be quite a controversial subject between vets?
A lot of pros and cons......but yes, a silky coat is one of the pros!
We have had our heating on, too, for an hour or so first thing this morning.
A decided autumnal chill to the air!
But I am liking the freshness! Very invigorating!
I have finished the 15 x15 Cryptic and the Jumbo GK.
Three clues still to parse in the former puzzle..... but I shall think about those for a while......
I need to hoover......
Speaking of which, how are you liking your new vacuum cleaner?

Hello, Elle!
Yes, my new vacuum cleaner is grand, thank you.
I know nothing about BARF diet, I'm afraid.
My son was recommended to go and speak to a man who knew all about it, and now that is where they buy the pup"s food.
They think it is great and have noticed a huge difference in the pup.
So have I!
I can visit in normal clothes now.
I have not looked at the puzzle yet.

Hi, Rusty!
Yes, a different diet may suit an individual dog!
It is of no use being recommended a type of food, if your dog (or cat) will not eat it!
We have found that ourselves with our cat!
A lot is also trial and error - what suits their appetite , their behaviour, their health......and, as you said, the beagle's coat is very soft and silky on this new BARF diet.
Your son will be the best judge!
(and think of the saving to your clothes!!)
I have now hoovered....
and I am now down to only one parsing...!
It is starting to rain ......

Hello, Elle!
Explain "BARF", please?
My son told me when he went to the store, (it is on an industrial estate)
the owner spent over an hour explaining the raw food scenario to him, and what was awful in the tinned dog food brands.
I have looked them up on line, and this store and owner, gets 5 stars from everyone.
It gets rave reports!
There is even a bit from one of the girls at my ASDA, who gets food for her horse and dog there!
She is very complimentary!
I have finished my puzzle.
Quite a good one, though I cannot quite tie in the answer with the definition in 18 across.