tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-369106652011-10-11T10:17:49.330+01:00The Globe-trotting Basset Hound.KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1931100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-46524385739610293992009-11-08T21:45:00.010Z2009-11-09T10:25:42.211Z

Hello!I am back after some time and -as it looks as if my life will be worth recording- I will be reporting my news again.Recently -While He was away- I spent six weeks living with Mandy Ford and family and especially my new friend Brenden. They live a much more interesting life than the Boss and we have been everywhere.The most interesting was when I went to help sheep gathering. I soon got

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-15085439402675592272008-04-15T13:32:00.011+01:002008-12-10T11:18:19.525Z

He has returned from his travels but has been too busy to help with the blog and keep the world informed about my life. However I had a great time with Jazz but was pleased to see him back and he did bring me some presents -even if I do detect the hand of Kerri involved in the purchase.On our walk the other day I was trotting the path along investigating things that needed it and minding my own

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-49278052152145431392008-03-21T11:57:00.005Z2008-12-10T11:18:19.576Z

HE is off again and I am going to stay with Jazz for a couple of weeks!! HE is off to Spain (where it mainly rains?) for a meeting and will be staying with Kerri, Brian and the SUMDs before coming home. I hope that HE brings me something nice!I suppose I should try and look as though I will miss himbut two weeks with Jazz will be a gas!Last week we went mountain climbing. I am not sure if I

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-74029955926818465942008-03-12T14:47:00.010Z2008-12-10T11:18:19.807Z

My sister and brother have become famous as they appeared at Crufts this year! Actually I am famous already so I do not need to make an exhibition of myself! Although I am sure that I would be able to show them a thing or two!Am I not a well set up Basset?My ears well exceed the minimum size.Feet perfect.My tail is "gay"No problem with the jowls.The only problem things seem to fall apart

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-57041829876073127232007-11-25T22:11:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:19.828Z

There is going to be a by-election here soon and they are calling for nominations.I don't think that I shall stand as I have too much to do,and I am waiting for a vacancy for the Governor's jobHowever I think I know exactly the right candidate!LUCA!VOTE FOR LUCA!!I cannot think of an election slogan which would catch on at the moment. Any ideas?.

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-36618798444909649882007-11-24T22:10:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:19.880Z

Hi everybody! I am sorry that I have not been posting but my Dad tells me that he has had computer problems. (I think it is because he is too lazy and has been painting those pictures again!)Since I last posted we have had lots of visitors in the Islands including 250 veterans from 1982. They had a big brass band and lots of bagpipes (I think I would like to learn to play the bagpipes or

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-57290443800055592692007-11-04T17:57:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:20.240Z

Luka has been teaching me about digging! I'm not sure what he is digging for but I think it must be food!Let a basset have a look!"There is nothing here Luca!"!!He won't be able to do that sort of thing when I am Governor!Oh yes and I have a new picture of Boom. Is he turning into a SUMD?He certainly seems to be adopting their habits!.

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-39816524122580064782007-10-28T20:31:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:20.883Z

I am sorry that I have not updated you on my activities recently but I have been just too busy!!I have had to entertain Kerrio while my dad has been at meetings. She is inclined to get very tired in the evening so I have to keep her Company as she has left Brian at home!(She just can't cope with the long walks!)At this time in the Falklands the elephant seals come ashore and it has been

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-28918233216785109842007-10-17T09:12:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:22.185Z

I am such a patient Basset... I have waited... And waited.... And waited.... And waited.... (of course the fact that I have Sally to take me for lots and lots of long walks and Jazz to play with DOES help).Now finally my Dad is HOME!!! And I am in Basset Heaven. Just a Basset Boy and his dad... on a beach... at dawn.

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-82107513646674296582007-09-11T11:37:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:22.194Z

My Dad is off on his travels again! This time to a place called India. Sam is going back to university at the same time so I am left behind again.However the good thing is that I am to stay with Jazz again so I am sure that I will be able to have a good time as well.And Kerri will be coming back with my Dad when he returns!

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-50216099043630490552007-09-10T00:38:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:22.204Z

Oops, I missed ernest's tag!Let me think................Here goes: General Jackson.1. A bird (nice to eat!): Goose2. Something laid by a bird: Egg3. A kind of Tortilla chip: Nachos4. A tasty Latin American pie: Empanada 5. My dad eats this on Sunday: Roast Mutton (my favourite!)6. A scrumptious biscuit: Anzac7. Young Mutton: Lamb 8. A kind of Orange: Jaffa9. A

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-69536673850457186782007-09-07T22:41:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:22.227Z

The Falklands are covered in off road tracks.I wonder who has passed hereI had better look my best in case it was the Governor!Sam and I are on the scentIt is all too tireing -especialy the steps into the houseUnless it is SUPPER TIME!Dad says that Kerri is coming to visit next month. I cant wait to see if she has grown like me!.

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-91586805762702231872007-09-03T03:17:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:22.750Z

Contrary to many people's belief a fine winter's day in the Falkland Islands can be very nice. Today was one of them and so Luca and I took everybody for a walk as it was really fine and sunny.This is Diddle-dee something that grows everywhere in the Falklands(It has berries in the autumn but even a Basset would not eat them!)The ferns are full of very interesting smells and I am told that

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-66580601061847661932007-08-28T02:46:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:22.939Z

Happiness is a full tummy and being able to really relax with people who understand. Nose on the alert for any new smellsSam is the perfect example. (his shoes smell nice too!)but a knee is just as comfortable!I will miss him when he goes back to university!I understand that Boom is growing fast! (he is the one in front!)Quite a handsome chap, but do you think that he is actually a SUMD?Answers

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-4834549474598338502007-08-22T17:45:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:23.744Z

Adam and Jenny came to supper on Monday and they ate the mutton shanks that I thought were for me!Not an awful lot left for a starving Basset!Lets hope that there are more somewhere!

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-10004704489065793842007-08-19T22:03:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:23.826Z

I went to the vets for my toe nails to be cut but Zoe was not there so Sarah (my favourite) cut them for me. It was fun and I did not make any fuss so I got a special treat afterwards! Zoe came in later so I was able to see two of my favorite people which made my day. I am looking forward to pilling day in a couple of weeks!My toenails look and feel perfect!I can sleep with my head under my

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-67892748652207301022007-08-15T13:22:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:24.307Z

By popular request I am posting some recent pictures of my Cousin Boom. He is getting to look less like a Basset every day but I suppose we should not hold that against him. We cannot all be perfect!I have to say that he starting to look like a fine fellow!intelligentand a good mover!I am sure that we shall get on like a house on fire. I shall have to start him thinking about his career very

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-55910185464790104502007-08-14T00:14:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:24.643Z

Have just received new pictures of Boom, I think that we can do something with him and once I become Governor. Maybe I could promote him to a position of some significance. We shall have to look out for nepotism though!I don't think that he will look like a Basset; His feet seem a bit small and the ears are not growing properly. This is what my brothers and sisters looked like at this age:

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-40272074137808322842007-08-12T14:56:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:24.680Z

Adam is back! He looks well and glad to get home. The only problem is that Luca has gone home. He can be a bit of a pest, waking a basset up during the required snoozing time. But I miss him!I will have to go back to thinking deeper thoughtsand catch up with snoozing while planning how to become Governor.Sam has promised to teach me to jugglecould be just what I am looking for!A useful skill

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-24049256672689825512007-08-10T22:09:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:24.738Z

Back at the beach again today. It is Tom Baker!!Is that a sonic screwdriver?He looks as if he is stayingCould Adam and Jenny be coming home in the Tardis?Only one more sleep for Luca!More tomorrow!

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-39906032348153773502007-08-09T20:06:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:24.773Z

We went to the beach at lunch time today. Luca decided that it was time for me to learn to swim. The problem is that I do not know if Bassets like me can swim! (what happens if I just sink?) I am not keen on cold water anyway even though Luca seems to love it!Today was a lovely winter's day and we had the beach to ourselvesThe sea was blue but looked very cold.and rough!That looks scary! With

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-24407768348522253062007-08-08T03:52:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:24.800Z

Great News, Adam and Jenny are coming back from Chile. Fit and well after five weeks! Luca is really excited and has had a bath already (although I expect he will need another before they get back as he gets so muddy) However he is getting a bit hyper already!In the mean time my Dad has slipped on the ice and has had very a sore arm which has stopped us from having as much fun as I was

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-73413492656895146042007-08-02T14:56:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:24.965Z

Despite the fact that Luca wrote that he was behaving, I can assure you that this is not the case!Yesterday while Dad was at a meeting and we had the run of the yard he escaped more than once and was found outside our fence! Sam found him the first time and the next time he was captured by an old friend who was working just down the road! I did consider a little canine solidarity but could not

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-32736065016922306132007-08-01T12:58:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:25.012Z

Luca HereI have decided to have a go at this Blog thing as I now hear that my Mum and Dad (Jenny and Adam) most probably will not be home this week end either!!It is killing me having to behave!! This is not something that comes naturally to an active sheep dog! However I am doing my best (and at least I have not eaten any mobile phones! Bassets seem to be able to eat anything!)Gran-dad told me

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-26151736754824654222007-07-29T22:04:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:25.216Z

It is great that my Dad is back but he seems very busy with meetings and reading papers. (I thought about helping with the papers but thought better of it after the ticking off that I got for trying to get his mobile to work!!) (the new one is just like to old one!)He says that he has been too busy to even take pictures of Luca and me despite some very good photo opportunities!However today he

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-64919712574929153302007-07-24T02:35:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:25.241Z

My Dad is BACK!He says that he is fine but it is pilling day for him three times a day with lots of pills (He must be very heavy!) I cannot understand why he doesn't have to go to the VETS for his pills , and as for taking them not wrapped in cheese! (I am sure that Sarah would do it for him, although I think that it would take a lot of cheese slices!) It really does seem to be a lost

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-31907241817930382442007-07-21T11:11:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:25.546Z

My Dad is coming home today after a WHOLE month away(ooh that rhymes... could I be the next Basset Laureate?)I am so excited that I am doing a little dance on the beach:  I can't wait to drool in his shoes and drag my wet cold Basset ears over his naked feet.

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-68524204674722652182007-07-18T20:48:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:25.966Z

It's winter here But the sky is still pretty. Perhaps tonight we will give Sam a special treat (again) and get so muddy he has to bathe us both. We know how much he enjoys it.

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-16665791083666729272007-07-17T12:33:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:26.422Z

Staying with Sam is FUN! He took Luca and me to the beach near the Lady Liz so we could play and romp. The Lady Liz is a famous shipwreck in Stanley Harbour, you can see an utterly spectacular shot of her here: Lady Liz It looks to me like Luca is being pursued by those UFO's again, on maybe someone has put up a huge crane in Stanley, but then again, maybe it's just a stick. Chasing those

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-56260560237192846972007-07-15T20:56:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:27.295Z

My dad has been delayed AGAIN getting home, and the reason that Luca's dad (my brother) has been away is he had to go to hospital too...AND they are at the same hospial - so at least they can keep each other company. Anyway Luca's dad (Adam) has started a blog about his hospital adventures so we can keep an eye on him. How's the heart chey. Luca is a bit concerned, but I am doing my best to

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-81785623093682075712007-07-13T07:37:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:27.962Z

My brother/uncle Sam is now here looking after me and Luca too and we are having a WHALE of a time because it's been snowing (it IS mid winter down here).Luca and I like to chase each other around in the garden.Weeeeeeee I'm not quite sure what that thing over Luca's head is, it might just be an alien spaceship, or it could just be a snowball. This is me and Luca posing in the garden next to the

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-59342199708092658642007-07-09T23:03:00.000+01:002007-07-09T23:40:44.432+01:00

Well - here we are and it's monday and my dad is STILL not home. But not worry - my brother Sam is (he of the very small ears.)This is a pic of me and Sam when I was a much younger Basset still living with the SUMDs. I used to look up to him. Well I still do really, it's hard to manage any other direction when you are a BFBP.So Sam and I are now home together, and the the good news is that Luca

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-45022425355793747362007-07-04T13:04:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.295Z

My dad is STILL away, he's had to stay at the V.E.T. longer than expected, but apparently he's fine and will be home as soon as he can catch a plane. I wonder if he has to chase it to catch it?I miss my Dad! Anyway - it has come to my attention that Port Stanley used to be called Port Jackson and was renamed to Port Stanley in 1845.In light of my celebrity status and general wonderful Bassetness,

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-64018875329459071772007-06-21T02:58:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.337Z

I have not been able to have a walk today as my Dad has been busy and Uncle Terry has not been well (I think he has been to his VET) so AJ has been too busy to take me out.However Luca came to visit and we had a splendid time running round the garden even though the weather was cold and miserable. After it got dark he came indoors with me.Luca is finding harder to pull me around the

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-76729040854586102042007-06-17T19:15:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.360Z

Would you believe it!!This morning when I looked out there was a vulture eating MY bone!I soon saw him off, but to add to the insult my dad said that I had to throw it away as he said that it smelled and it made me smell as well! Some people do not understand the finer points of gastronomy!Oh well back to the kibble..

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-61190802668834371752007-06-15T20:06:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.405Z

The 14th of June is Falklands Liberation Day, and this year it was the 25th anniversary of the liberation so it is a special year and there are lots of important people here. I did volunteer to meet and greet them all but my offer was declined. There have been lots of special events and yesterday there was a big parade where I think that Adam was doing his usual shouting!Unfortunately my dad

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-38521686502296828002007-06-10T21:32:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.479Z

Today my Dad went to help Adam cut up a quarter of beef, and lo and behold he brought me back a bone!Luca and I are going for the Guinness Book of records for the bone chewing endurance record. I am not sure about Luca but I have been at it for nearly four hours!There is nothing like a good beef bone.Luca's looked pretty good as well but I think he has buried his already!Now, about the celery

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-44555289941942692202007-06-10T00:07:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.535Z

Yesterday Auntie Joan came round and gave my dad a hand to give me a bath.The drying was the best thing!Today Luca came for the day.He can't drag me round the room with my string of sausages any more!Although he still shakes my ears about a bit!Later Luca had a go with the camera! This is a picture he took of me.This is his self portrait!(He does fancy himself!)Tomorrow my dad is going to help

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-82464987598257866312007-06-06T12:50:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.572Z

I can't stop it is dog pilling day again!I have to go and see Sarah and my new Vet called Zoe!My favorite day! Cheese, meeting old and new friends. The VETs in the Falklands Rock! I feel sorry for all you dogs who do not have VETs like mine!

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-30290596816129890792007-06-02T12:26:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:28.600Z

He seems really cheesed off! I only borrowed his last roll of kitchen paper!(I just love the texture)It was fun and worth the aftermathHe was really p**d off as he was looking everywhere for it!(I can't see what all the fuss was about. It was still perfectly usable. I had only unrolled it for him.)

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-28058229676157511322007-06-01T18:48:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:29.000Z

It is Friday! Tomorrow we should have a lie in and then lots of walks! They have been a bit short this week as my Dad has been busy with meetings.Auntie Joan took me shopping and I created a lot of interest from passers by by sitting down and refusing to move for a while (That is the Basset way!) Embarrassed Auntie Joan no end!Winter is here! Even though I understand that we do not get very

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-24755528957408484292007-05-27T14:13:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:29.035Z

Ernest has tagged me!I am not sure that I can count up to eight before I fall asleep! (it is all those sheep and my inner sheep dog you know)1. I was born a Basset but was reared as a Lurcher. Confusing? You should see it from where I am! I am sometimes a Basset and sometimes a Lurcher and now I think I might be a sheep dog!2. I was signed on as Ships Watchdog on a voyage from England to

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-58121078169282197132007-05-26T13:06:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:29.061Z

Well, he is back at last! Sorry that I have not posted my blog earlier but he has been too busy to help me with it since he got home. (Government things)I have to say that I was pleased to see him and I am ashamed to say that I was not able to show my displeasure for being left behind. I was sad to leave Sally and Jazz but it was good to be home as well.He brought me a new dog-tug which Foster

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-52009465793363214622007-05-23T21:45:00.000+01:002007-05-23T21:52:01.614+01:00

From Tealeaf:Your Dad is on his way.... but he HAS been consorting with Lurchers - so if he smells of other dogs - don't panic:You can pick him up later today. I think. Or is that tomorrow? Do you have the same days we do in the South Atlantic?

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-87818767456911861802007-05-20T17:49:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:29.109Z

Sorry I can't find anybody who has not been tagged so I have posted two belly pics to make up! As you can see I am not embarrassed showing my bitsBassets should not be ashamed of showing their beautiful tummies!I am really proud of mine and show it at every opportunity!I do not believe any dog exhibits a better belly! (Almost as impressive as my foster dad's!)(I regret to say that I cannot

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-34845686853729058132007-05-12T17:18:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:29.412Z

He is still away but I would not like him to think I am enjoying myself!(Actually I am having a great time and going on lots of walks!)Which is great as long as I can sleep afterwardsI will just have to keep an eye open for when he returns.

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-89817462564013613742007-05-09T07:13:00.000+01:002007-05-09T07:19:16.818+01:00

While my Dad is away frolicking with those pesky SUMDs I though I would share some REALLY old piccies with you...This is from last year when my Dad and the Foster mum came to see me for the very first time, before I even KNEW they were going to be my Dad and Foster mum (I'm not sure they knew then either).Anyway, I was about 6 weeks here and while I'm a very handsome grown up chap now, I was

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-46233267297541166112007-05-07T15:42:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.715Z

Hey everybody!Kerri, Brian and the SUMDs have sent me some new sausages!! I am so glad as Luca and I have managed to demolish the last string!Thanks everybody at Tigh Gadhar! (it's my favorite!)The other evening I found my dad's can of Ginger Beer which was interesting It tasted really niceBut the trouble was that It was empty! but I will have to look out for a full one.However the big news is

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-91428304376241826722007-04-26T02:42:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.751Z

Wally recently blogged about his rear end and so I decided to take up the challenge and post mine:I am proud of my svelt rear. Can any other dogs match this?(Pert, no fluff, neat and trim but with lots of room to grow)How is that Wally?Do you wonder wonder how scientists would decode the message from my tail?I can tell you: "Leave me to sleep unless there is something really interesting to eat!

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-88867165491971836332007-04-22T03:06:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.788Z

Today is the Queen's Birthday and for some reason it is celebrated with the firing of guns! (21 times!) I was very brave and stayed at home but after the first bang made me jump I went to sleep which I find is the best thing to do on occasions like this.I think that Adam had something to do with it as he was all dressed up in a smart uniform and he shouted at people!(that is him with the big

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-66167681848386262062007-04-20T21:48:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.797Z

I went to the VET today as I had some bumps on my chin. In my opinion caused by grass seeds which attached themselves to my chin when I take my dad for a walk!Imagine my embarrassment when Joe (who I thought was my friend) said that I was suffering from acne!! ( I thought he knew what he was talking about!)ME a spotty teenager? I don't think so!I am not amused!However it was nice to see my

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-77727953287235423192007-04-17T19:10:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.822Z

Call yours a bone Tealeaf?I found this bone on the beach and got my Dad to take it home for me!It looks a bit chewedbut is still interesting to investigateI think I know where there are some even bigger ones! I will see what I can do...........

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-12871285006532991762007-04-15T23:24:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.856Z

My dad and Ben got up late this morning although they said that it was the correct time.Somebody has been messing with the clocks and I'm told that it is officially winter now. I hope that I get used to it soon as my supper was very late this evening. I could have eaten a whole bag of kibble!Why can't people just leave things alone? It is a good thing I am a long suffering Basset!!I suppose I

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-38467513185527216622007-04-14T21:05:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.966Z

Adam had a plumbing problem so my dad and Archie's Gran Sue took Luca and me away for a Walk. (Adam was using words that Luca said I should not hear!)Sue had not seen our sand dunes so Luca and I showed her round.Luca was showing off rather a lot on top of the dunesWhile I looked after Sue and made sure she did not get lostdigging for lost bones?Kerri could plant a tree here!nothing like getting

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-5101192684824879752007-04-10T21:28:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:30.987Z

My dad got me up really early this morning. The sun was not even up!! We watched the sun rise on the beach!There were not even any foot prints!Except mine!My shadow looks like a SUMD!!even the seaweed tasted differentIt reminded me of my time in the tropicsExcept the sea looked really cold (although I did not try it!)I wish that there was another Basset to help me experience all this but My

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-383632821498221942007-04-08T20:58:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:31.019Z

As a Basset who was brought up by lurchers I find sofa surfing not a problem! I understand that lurchers say that they surpass at this exercise but I believe I have taken it to a new level! I even do it as soon as I get up in the morning!The first thing to do is relaxLet your mind go blank (I find this easy!)Star gazing helps the processBut if the sun gets too bright..................Remember:

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-60830854690158846042007-03-31T23:38:00.000+01:002008-12-10T11:18:31.054Z

Somebody has brought me a present!Archie's granny Sue has come to visit from New Zealand and she has brought a present from George, Jaacc and herself just for ME! (I am not sure quite what sort of dog Jaacc is but I will keep you posted)It is a new tug! (my favorite!)It certainly seems strong enoughI think that it might be a good substitute for books! (Ernest please note!)In fact it is perfect

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-73840637636181630882007-03-28T10:43:00.001+01:002008-12-10T11:18:31.264Z

Not a lot has happened this week except for more walks. (My dad says that they are good for both of us!)I really do enjoy the start and am full of beansLuca and I have a great time, but his legs are much longer than mineand by the end I am really puffed out!and I need a good sleep. Which reminds me...........does anybody know where my Dad can buy a tug like this?It is Luca's and my favorite and

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-8776753805293243462007-03-27T22:00:00.001+01:002007-03-27T22:06:25.974+01:00

Do comments reappear? That Basset boy must have been fiddling again.Yup they - do - Jackson - stop running your ears over the keyboard!! For some reason you can't add comments to the last post..... but they work on this one!

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-68597811150107612332007-03-20T11:13:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:31.321Z

The Falkland Islands are famous for their bird life and I am becoming familiar with lots of them although they are not very friendly and always fly away when I try to talk to them!The other day these Upland Geese were not at all interested in bondingThis morning I got up early to see if I would have any better luck this timeI saw lots of birds in the distance: A Turkey Vulture, Logger Ducks, a

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-69744690220896575752007-03-18T20:32:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:31.402Z

The 16th of March was Red Nose Day and I had hoped that I would at least be able to wear a red nose for you. (Kerri sent one over especially!)However:The BIG noses this year were still too small for a growing Basset's nose, so I thought that I would modify mine.This is getting near it!Oops I think I might have overdone it a bit!This piece is definitely too small (sorry Kerri!)I think I will plan

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-19271452907061797942007-03-14T00:24:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:31.429Z

Every six weeks in the Falklands, dogs have to go to the V.E.T.s at the Agricultural Department and take some pills -with cheese if you are lucky!-Some dogs do not like it, but I like Dog Pilling Day as I get to see Sarah and Joe AND get to eat some cheese (my favorites!)This morning I was asleep dreaming Basset dreams -in my indoor kennel that I brought all the way from England (it is so cosy)-

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-85656014460863896602007-03-08T11:20:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:31.502Z

Today was a fine day at last! Luca and I went for a walk in the sand dunes as it was drier there.Luca tried to hide from me in the sand dunes but I had a plan!Head him off at the pass!I have him now!Where did he go?This will require some careful planningThe Basset secret plan: Lie down and wait!Is he coming yet?Basset cunning will overcome him in the end!

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-81192448415214676872007-03-02T18:34:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:31.517Z

Hi folks I received a Valentines Day Card !! It was from the Story Hour Children in Stayner Ontario, Canada!!Thanks Children! It is my favorite Card!!I am sorry that I did not send you all a card.Keep reading the Blog, and say Hi to The Story Hour Angel for me.

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-19891091780636501322007-02-25T13:49:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:31.637Z

Luca and I went to a new beach today which had some very interesting things to look atCurious SmellsCould do with a tidy up!Luca shows Me what to doDefinitely requires two dogsWe had a tug of war with this oneLater:Just after this the rope broke!Luca demonstrated collie levitation!Amazing!I demonstrated Basset gravitation!( similar to Transcendental Meditation) I discovered today that -nose to

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-32800552108453389092007-02-22T12:39:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:31.719Z

Did you know that Bassets are even mentioned in Shakespeare?Midsummer Night's Dream (Act 4, Scene1.):Thesus:"My hounds are bred out of the Spartan kind,""So flewed, so sanded," "and their heads are hung with ears that sweep away the morning dew;" "Crook-kneed," "and dewlapped like Thessian bulls;" "Slow in pursuit, but matched in mouth like bells," Luca is coming to stay for a week tomorrow!! I

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-60419104758887791652007-02-15T19:03:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:32.692Z

Don't worry everybody; I went to the V.E.T.'s on Tuesday for a minor operation (Luca tells me that it is a sort of initiation ceremony or something like that) Sarah and Joe were very kind and gave me a lot of fuss when I woke up and then I went for a walk on the beach!Sarah sent this picture of the ceremony. Afterwards the beach was perfect!Then I had a tasty bone (Mutton My Favorite)Today I

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-73044518765020266282007-02-13T18:01:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:34.570Z

Some people have been asking how big I am now. I am 20 kilos (not sure what 20 kilos but I'm told that it is a big bag of biscuits!)This is Luca and MEWe went to investigate the sand dunes on Sunday. They were amazing, just like warm snow!!Full of interesting smells! made new footprints!Found special things!My feet got bogged occasionally!!Here I come!!Sorry can't Stop!!This is real Basset

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-59638943490649339592007-02-11T13:41:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:35.532Z

Sometimes my dad gets me up just too early. He doesn't seem to understand that a growing Basset needs his sleep. However I soon wake up when he leaves the car window open for me to get some fresh air!It is difficult to wake up some morningsHowever once on the beach I start to enjoy myselfand set off 0n my ownI have to search the beach for new thingsJust checking now and again that Dad is

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-68007066675801170312007-02-05T11:38:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:35.644Z

When I visited Luca's house I had a good look round the garden and Luca and I did 'dog things' together. He has a nice garden but you cannot see the sea.Doing Dog ThingsI thought there were no trees in the Falklands! Luca has lots!This is Cass (Luca's Cat friend)She looked quite normal until she saw me! She must have spoken to Emile!Cats are strange things. They do not seem to like friendly

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-25017783689374462292007-02-04T14:39:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:35.701Z

Luca and I met up at the beach today. We had a wonderful time although Luca didn't seem to want me to get the ball for him! But he was very nice about it. (although I could not keep up anyway!)We meet again!Getting some instruction on how a Collie does itThe soft sand is hard on my short legsI will be able to keep up when I am older!I am not sure about the wavesThe sand certainly gets up a

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-55822078281201876792007-01-31T21:10:00.001Z2008-12-10T11:18:35.858Z

Adam brought Luca to meet me this evening and we got on right from the start. I have had a lot of time on my voyage to plan how to sort dogs out after my problems with the SUMDs.Start with a frontal attack to confuse,don't let the enemy see your face,then the Basset torpedo manoeuvre,the raised ear always confusesCrikey he fast!! Where has he gone?Luca and I have agreed that our next combat

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-22600373518011196952007-01-31T16:16:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:36.379Z

Yesterday I went to tea with Corinne, Paicey and Archie. I met their cat Emil who did not seem to want to play! But Archie did so that was OK.Emil the cat is not impressedI was only trying to make friends!This morning we went for a walk on the seawall early as I had a date with Sarah!The walk was great! Lots of things to look at and smell.That does not look like the Hartland Point!When My Dad

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-47056411304698034612007-01-29T22:00:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:36.682Z

I did not want to get up this morning as it was not a very nice day, but when I remembered what day it was I was up and ready to go!!First I went the the V.E.Ts which was not nearly as bad as I expected! There was Joe the vet who made a great fuss of me and said what good condition I am in. (I will go to see him anytime) Then there was Sarah and Vikky who I really liked. Their office was full

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-79342941789927630002007-01-28T17:47:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:36.699Z

Today I have been practicing for running on the beach:Flat out across the 'beach'! (need to work on the speed thing)Jumping off sand dunes (pretty good I think)I can't wait!!I have also been thinking about my travels since I left home...I have come so far and seen such interesting things. I have grown into a young dog with 'responsibilities'.It has come to me that I have not shared with you all

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-83454633309029727842007-01-27T22:50:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:36.752Z

I can't wait for Monday, it seems to take for ever to arrive.This morning it was wet so I just had to pass the time indoors after my Dad complained about my wet ears on his feet!He said a very rude word when I slid my ears over his bare feet! (I must remember that trick!)I investigated my kong which took some timeIt tasted of peanut butter (My favourite!)If I make myself very long and thin can

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-34806641974039873722007-01-25T10:01:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:37.315Z

Only four days to go before I can investigate everything I can see from my garden!The only drawback is I have to see the V.E.T. first!Just to help pass the time:I thought that I would help with the strimmingBut sorting out the string was just too much!What about if I help with the shredding?On his fourteen days of quarren-teen my Basset managed to chew:Fourteen Old NewspapersThirteen Garden

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-32680112074831531592007-01-21T14:15:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:39.195Z

Today was so nice I had my breakfast on the stepAnd then did my morning roundsI made sure that holes had been dug properly,I checked for interesting insects. (Quite tasty!)Had a romp with LarissaI won the sausages! (of course!)Sorted Paicey out (He is no serious match for a Basset!)Admired our handiwork in mowing the lawnMowing is very tiring work!I made sure that Jenny and Larissa had a good

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-30305456978821790762007-01-20T12:13:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:39.412Z

Due to my lack of technical knowledge I missed posting this blog! (I think that I pawed the wrong button, but I am still only a beginner in these things and do not have Kerri and Brian to help me) I hope that you will forgive me!! My Dad and I are re-united - what a happy day!I noticed right away that Dad still has his delicious shoes to cut more teeth on (I cut some new ones on the boat) and I

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-90403231636136736762007-01-19T19:31:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:39.557Z

A busy Basset is complete! I am sorry that I have not posted any news recently but I have been busy and also I have not been able to contact Kerri to help me post my Blog! (I only a little Basset really!) I think Tealeaf and Co have had no lights for two nights after a big wind!I now have a big garden of my very own, with lots of grass and the most interesting smells! I can practice my Basset

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-55602459901663512952007-01-17T12:30:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:40.147Z

Hello out there in the Big World. Amazing to think I am now at the bottom of it, after coming all the way from the top. Such a long way for a little Bassett Hound.I can now do steps! There are 4 up into the house, and I have been doing a lot of practicing. At first I would walk up sideways, with all of my right legs, then all of my left legs and lever myself up on to the top one with my chin.

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-72287794937311801172007-01-16T14:50:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:40.724Z

After my bath this morning, and my getting dried with a Liverpool Supporter's towel (I like Liverpool , I think I will become a supporter and get a scarf in red and white with a cockerel on it) I asked Aunty Joan about getting a tattoo. She was not very impressed and said that it would hurt like blazes and would mark my skin for-ever. She said I could ask my Dad when he arrives, but did not

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-59446072357475631412007-01-16T08:48:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:40.846Z

Things have quietened down now and I can relax and think Basset thoughts. I have met some lovely people, and I am going to really enjoy exploring the Falklands. (It has grass for miles and miles! but no trees! I will have to get Kerri over here to help me plant some)I really miss my SUMD friends and could really do with a romp with Tealeaf!It is a pity I can't meet Luka yet.I wonder where they

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-9518122856500140002007-01-15T22:07:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:42.489Z

It is so exciting! I am in the Falklands! Gary and lots of my friends saw me off. I was sorry to say goodbye to my shipmates but a new adventure begins! I had a lot of baggage and had all the dog food that I left England with! Ships food was much more interesting than dog kibble! Gary and me leaving the ship! Adam (Luka's dad and Sam and Kerri's Brother) was there to meet me, he looks very smart

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-61303076191676613212007-01-15T08:33:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:42.626Z

The Falklands look very big. I hope Adam knows where to find me!

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-92133686894163590072007-01-14T11:17:00.000Z2007-01-15T13:22:10.386Z

Age of General Jackson: 152 days.Number of paws: 4 (extra large)Number of remote controls chewed: 3Number of slippers stolen: 1 (that we know of)Number of miles travelled: about 8,500Number of pictures taken so far: 5,533Number of blog 'Page Views': 10,960Number of blog Visitors: 226Amount of poop scooped:

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-61459185973360618672007-01-14T10:13:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:42.864Z

I was quite small once !Today is the day I arrive in the Falkland Islands! (I think that I can smell land already!) They have huge birds here in the South Atlantic, I saw one this morning and I think that Alex said it was called Albert Ross?The skipper tells me that I cannot be signed off from my watch dog duties until tomorrow as there is a lot of work to be done and he can't spare me. So Adam

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-6334572599178491612007-01-11T19:09:00.000Z2008-12-10T11:18:43.333Z

The skipper Dave has just told us that we will arrive in the Falklands at about 4pm on Sunday the 15th. I can hardly wait!This is really exciting news and I shall have to get all the sleep that I can to prepare me for my arrival and meeting my new friends.I am told that Luka’s Dad will be collecting me as my Dad is still at the V.E.T.s in England and will not arrive until the 17th. (I am not

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-36349594064339452072007-01-04T12:21:00.000Z2007-01-04T17:08:50.775Z

On Board RORO Vessel 'Hartland Point' Somewhere In The South Atlantic...Hello everybody out there in internet land.I have been too busy learning how to be a ships watchdog to write my blog recently however I am enjoying my trip on the Hartland Point. There is plenty of time for sleeping - and growing - do you think my waistline is getting bigger?I have made a lot of new friends.Some of them have

General Jacksonnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-2426722642752738222007-01-02T21:22:00.001Z2007-01-04T15:11:31.187Z

From: "Hartland Point - Master"To: "Richard Cockwell"Subject: Jackson Date: Tue, 26 Dec 2006 11:09:06 +0000Good afternoon,Jackson is fit and well and sleeping his way to the Falklands.He is now keeping the 0800-1200 watch with Alex the 3/O.He enjoyed his first christmas at sea. I think a few more scraps of Christmas lunch came his way than probably should have done. He joined in with the

KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-63085522118528572682007-01-02T21:14:00.000Z2007-01-04T15:12:40.966Z

From: "Hartland Point - Master"To: "Richard Cockwell"Subject: Jackson Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2006 09:14:36 +0000 Good morning,We departed Marchwood last night and are currently rounding Ushant to head in to the Bay of Biscay.Jackson seems to have settled in very well. He is spending a lot of his time sleeping, even more than the crew!!So far he has spent a night keeping the watchman company and

KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-49213126800456561072007-01-02T21:01:00.000Z2007-01-02T23:20:39.583Z

Apparently, my dad has had a 'problem with his e-mail'.I, however think that I may need to teach him all about the internet - from a Basset's point of view; first get MUCH closer to the floor!Anyway...I've been looking around recently, and there seems to be an awful lot of water!Muuuuummmmmm, I forgot my wellies...You certainly did - all four of them!

KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-58947169503074932752007-01-01T01:57:00.000Z2007-01-01T02:00:39.720Z

... to all my friends, and pals who have been looking after me, and helping me get home.I hope you all have a cracking '2007' - I know I will !Lots of love,General Jackson.x x x

KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-78192688247929625492006-12-27T20:07:00.000Z2006-12-29T13:59:04.109Z

Here are some pictures of me setting off on the "Hartland Point" on a very foggy day - can they see where to sail in all this fog?And here is my "Ticket" that Hils did for me (Thanks Hils!):My first look at my private cabin (first class with squeaky pig installed).Me mooching about in my cabin checking out the toysAnd here is a picture of me with my new bestest friend Gary...And just one last

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-36984678976020576722006-12-19T11:33:00.000Z2006-12-21T06:54:24.883Z

Gosh, my pals, they all clubbed together with their bonio money and got me a leaving card...(* Click to see a larger version of the card)(** You may need to make sure your browser can display animated images, this is a 'two page' gif file)It makes a Basset feel quite overwhelmed.I hope they might come to visit and meet all my new friends in the Falkland Islands.Lots of love everyone,Jackson (

KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-16789512133455440652006-12-19T06:38:00.000Z2006-12-19T06:50:22.886Z

Well - the day has arrived...Just before I set out - I want to tell you that I am most definitely a BIG DOG now. BIG DOGS ride in the back of the car....See? It's true....Mind you - on my LAST walk here I went on the back seat with the even BIGGER DOGS.Time for one last pestering of Cleo (I do so like to chase her....)One last pose in the dark with the Bootsie the black dogWhisper farewell to

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-75465270375868671832006-12-18T23:51:00.000Z2006-12-19T06:50:54.564Z

... with ME as Artistic Director !OK! PULLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL !!!!!!!Hold on a moment! Last time we needed a great big hole!Everything I touch turns to - well - bronze sprayed plastic !I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO embarassed!Mind you look at this idiot!I wonder what Santa will bring me ?Yurk! The foster daddy is getting ALL emotional !Merry Xmas everyone - from Tigh Gadhar!

KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-60382230401641805202006-12-18T12:24:00.000Z2006-12-18T16:47:38.994Z

Are my ears clean? Can't possibly be seen on board the 'Hartland Point' with DIRTY EARS !!!Right they look ok - now what do I need for a sea voyage? Now, apparently there are no shops on board the good ship 'Hartland Point'. Hmmmm.OK, so I may need to be prepared (like all the best Basset Scouts)!Alright then...1) One puppy den and BIG bed - plump.2) One water bowl - ear proof.3) One feeding dish

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-90452575147082549382006-12-17T18:34:00.000Z2006-12-17T20:08:48.531Z

We had a disco dance - and I was Phil Collins !!!Check out my groovie moovie (it's about 8Mb).Whatcha think of my snappy moves ?

KuBrin Kaosnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36910665.post-28090135629528017542006-12-16T22:04:00.000Z2006-12-17T17:51:06.526Z

With apologies to Pam AyresI am a Basset Puppy, Sitting in me hutch, I like to chew on Sky controls, I don't like dog toys, much, I'm glad today is Sunday, 'Cause with a bit of luck, While the humans munch on pancake rolls, I'll steal their crispy duck.

Kerrionoreply@blogger.com0