Poodle hair...

..grows continuously, is curly and wavy and doesn't have a shedding cycle like many dog breeds. So Joni needs a wash, cut and blow dry. I tried a good brush to start with. She did not exactly love the experience. Next time, however, it'll be the whole grooming thing with a professional, eek...

Today has been a perfect summer's day, cool breezes and sunshine. So walks and ball throwing made up for the hair trauma and we're friends again.