Bathtime With Burgsie
This is still one of my all time favorite Instagram pictures: Clara being jealous of Burger’s bath, which he is definitely not enjoying.
That was way back in May, so we decided to capture this moment on film since Clara’s approach to Burger’s bathtime has transitioned from silent envy to encouraging camaraderie. She likes to try to boost his spirits by talking about how much she likes taking a bath (and washing her rear end, apparently). Oh, and forgive the terrible focus – or lack thereof – in this video. I’m still getting the hang of this new camera in video mode.
At the end that’s my Fran Drescher impression. “Oh Burgerrrr, you’re so grumpyyyy.”
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It seems like Clara has gone from toddler to little lady in no time! It’s so fun watching her grow on here, thanks for sharing!
That’s so cute. You guys are such fun parents!
My two-year-old has watched this 4 times so far… <3 (She's a huge "baby-Clara" fan)
Haha, so cute!
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Get some big hair with too much makeup and I think you can start being paid for that Fran Drescher impression, Sherry. ;) You guys are awesome!
Haha, thanks Kriby! It just comes naturally…
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Sherry will need a push up bra for this!
Haha!
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LOL, I totally giggled at the “oh geez, that’s going to be my mom again” at the ringing phone. =P
Haha, true life at our house.
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you do a mean Fran Drescher!!!!
Super cute! I have a question – what type of soap do you use for Burger? Have you ever tried Dr. Bronner’s? I just got a new dog and am curious. Thanks!!
We actually just use the same soap we use for Clara – which is California Baby Wash. Even before Clara we just used a mild, no tears baby soap on him. He doesn’t get exceptionally stinky or dirty so we’ve never needed anything heavy duty. So I bet Dr. Bronner’s would do the trick quite nicely too!
-John
is the handle on the cabinet next to the stove on the wrong side?? it seems like it’s closer to the hinged side. why did i notice this of all things?? ha.
It’s a really narrow cabinet so the only place to put it was smack dab in the middle of it. So it may appear closer to the hinge, but there’s nowhere else it could go.
-John
Poor Burger! My two chihuahuas have those weird spots under their fur too! They’re white when they’re dry, but they have grey and brown spots on their skin that show when they’re wet, aka during bath time. So strange! Mine hate the sink so they suffer through in the huge bathtub. :)
total jersey girl there at the end!
ohh goodness, we are such burger fans over here–our pup G loves Burger videos, they are such kindred spirits!
How in the world do you keep Burger from jumping out of the sink?!?! I get soaked every time I bath Boomer. By soaked I mean it’s like taking clothes out of the washer and putting them on. Ha He is still a puppy so I hope he grows out it and will get use to getting a bath everything now and then.
He just stands there and takes it. He doesn’t like it, but he tolerates it. Haha!
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Ugh! I wish my dogs baths were this quick! He’s about 60 lbs (medium in dog world), and needless to say, it takes a LOT longer. Luckily, he enjoys it. No shaking allowed–til the end!
Fun video!
And this video totally highlights how bright and lovely your kitchen is! I’m sure it’s even better in person! Nice work :)
so cute! Our dog is a golden retriever mix….I am so jealous at how easy you can was Burger…it is a whole thing with molly and when she shakes the entire room gets wet!
I usually wash my 2 chihuahuas in our big master tub but tried the kitchen sink a week ago… They kept wanting to shake off the water while I was still washing them. I don’t know how you managed to keep the Burgs from shaking it off. I don’t even have to say “bath”, I just think it and one of my dog runs away from me as fast as her little paws can take her. Anyways- shout out from H-town (Houston!) I look at the photo I and my 2 friends took with y’all and smile. :)
Your doggie and your kiddo are very cute….but that gorgeously sparkly, shiny tile was totally distracting me throughout. I totally get it when you say you just want to pet it. Move over actual pet! I want to touch that tile too!
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John, I know you appreciate the allure of the feline, but aren’t you sort of glad you’re bathing a dog and not a cat? I’m in awe of how calm Burger is!
Very true! My cat growing up was actually pretty calm, but getting him into the bath (and then catching him afterwards) was a nightmare.
-John
Haha! Oh-em-gee. I love your Fran Drescher bit at the end. My parents give their wiener dogs baths in their kitchen sink on Sunday afternoons and call it “the wiener wash”. It’s very cute and once they got a picture of it and I had a local artist do a painting based on the picture. I gave it to my mom for Christmas a couple of years ago and she went bananas.
Does Clara say, “When you have a doodie, you gotta wash your booty”? HIGH-larious! I am so going to remember that for when I have toddlers.
Haha, I don’t know if that’s what she said in the beginning. I think it’s “what you have to do is, you gotta wash your booty. We call it a poop around here ;)
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Sherry, your “that has to be my mom again” line cracked me up:) Around here it’s usually me saying, “that’s has to be your mom again” to the the hubs.
Hah!
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I totally hear Mila Kunis… except at the very end, definitely Fran Drescher. haha!
LOL LOL LOL…Fran, you’re killing me!
I know you gave fair warning of the Fran Drescher impersonation, but wow you sounded similar! This video reminds me of when I was little watching my mom give my baby sister a bath. I don’t really remember, but I’ve heard many times the story of when I went “What’s this?” and pulled off the belly button scab to my mom’s consternation.
I’m jealous that the Burgster fits in the sink….our puppies are too big for that, so we have to wash them in the yard (they slip all over the bathtub so it’s a no-go). Washing a dog in the yard means the second they slip loose it’s all over….and our older dog likes to immediately roll in the mud. Sigh. Happy B*dog washing!
Washing my cockapoo usually requires both of us in the bathtub since she really dislikes it! However, I’ve found that the hotter the water is, the more she likes it since their internal temp is higher than ours, around 102 degrees. Maybe Burger likes a toasty bath as well
Really? Never knew that about the hot water! Great tip. I’ll see if it helps my little shivery pup.
So cute! I love it! Also, I caught my first EVER typo on your blog (no idea why I feel this is an accomplishment). You just forgot the “n” in “transitioned”. :)
Ooh thanks Keeks! All fixed!
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I have never tried to bathe my chi, Jeep. I’m sure he’d find some way to hurt me.
I love that photo, but mostly because Burger looks like he’s worried where hands are. And you’re right, Clara is a bit “bum” obsessed!
So cute – I love the top pic of Clara’s jealous little pout! We have a chihuahua who could seriously stand in as Burger’s stunt double:) And he also hates baths, rain, puddles, storm drains – most wet things. We bathe him in the bathtub (our sink is too small unfortunately) and he gets into a hilarious pose that we like to call “being frisked”. He stands up facing the wall while we rub him down and I usually say things like: “I didn’t do it man, I swear! It was a set up!” stuff like that. My hubby doesn’t find it as humorous…. but I crack myself up. ~CJ
“Oh geez that’s gotta be my mom again.”
Lol that sounds like my family except it’s grandma and her emails. But she’s so funny, we love it. The other day she told my brother if he couldn’t get home from DC for Christmas due to weather he should just send Barack an e-mail, mention her name, and he’ll invite my brother and his friends over to the White House for Christmas! What a nut! lolol
And if you ever happen to be looking for a laugh about moms who call a lot, might I suggest Amy’s Answering Machine: http://sendamy.com
Haha!
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This is totally unrelated to all the cuteness going on in that video, but what tea kettle do you have, and do you like it?
We have a white one by Kitchenaid from TJ Maxx and I love it!
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