Time for Some Changes Around Here

[@sandraperry8769]

I just love Moo! He is so sweet! Sending hugs to all the fur children ❤

[@aurorastump5469]

Watching u right now adding all the new vents. Love all the doggies! Do u still have the PO box? I'm here in Corpus Christi Tx.

[@susanslade1292]

Hi! Sometimes the pets don't like the rubber with (holes) because it hurts their paws 😊❤

[@gailnel8812]

Agreed

[@janhankins911]

A number of years ago, we took in two dogs that had mobility issues. We had a paralyzed Irish Wolfhound (paralyzed in his back end; not an easy task caring for a paralyzed 180-pound dog!) and a Great Dane that had been hit by a car (before he came into our rescue group) and had had a spinal injury--he could walk, just not normally--he kind of goose stepped and fell a lot. We had a ramp built for those two and that made a huge, huge difference for them (and for us). Don't know how you'd feel about installing a ramp, but that could make a big difference for Maxxie (assuming you could get him to use it!!).

[@ssquared2321]

I love Vlogmas. You have a beautiful family ❤

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Thank you so much!!

[@annegreenwood3624]

love your tree so pretty the doggies always make me smile another great video

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Thanks so much!

[@brookerlay]

I love watching others do home improvements😊❤️

[@barbb7826]

My dog is 16 and the stairs are a big focus, be cautious if he is starting to lose sight or hearing. My dog has vertigo and has even fallen in our pool, so I have to keep my eyes on him every bathroom break. Enjoy your fur baby for the journey they have walked along side of us is their joy ❤

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

I will keep that in mind, thank you for the warning!

[@Hope-ot1xy]

Yes…the pool can be a hazard for elderly dogs. My sister in law’s 14 year old chihuahua had lost a lot of her sight. Somehow she escaped and went outside without her knowing, and fell into the pool. She ended up drowning.😢

[@GenericAccountVLR]

The dogs would more readily accept treads which are just indoor-outdoor carpeting. The holes in the ones you have, are likely deterring the pups; they could break a toe or claw. Mine had same issue. They took right to the carpeted stairs, though. Gives them grip and certainty, and their little paws don’t get caught in the spaces of treads. Because there are no spaces. :)

[@dianebaum5194]

I agree. Going to catch a toe . Could break a knee or hip .

[@torigillispie9823]

Renee, just a suggestion, either get more black step things and cover all the steps, or I would cover all the steps with outdoor carpet, it’s a good thing to keep Maxie from slipping and humans from slipping. As we ( as well as dogs) get older, those stairs could be a hazard, just my 2 cents.

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Actually, Maxxie is now going down the stair treads great! Helping him a bunch

[@cynthia2233]

We don’t have Apple brand, but DO have Noise Cancelling headphones. We use them when traveling. They are great for reducing airplane noise!

[@victoriah.2083]

Great 👍 💡 idea!!

[@marshatomkins7989]

We trained our little Schnau to go up and down dog stairs by putting treats on the steps, and a little later just holding the treat out as a lure. High-end ribeye works the best! It took a few days for him to choose that instead of jumping off the bed, but now he knows. Maxxie is so adorable. I’m always hoping to get a glimpse of him.

[@carolgomborone6034]

For anyone who does not want to spend the money on floor vents, I have spay painted mine and they look like new.

[@patralink]

Your sweet dogs are the luckiest!!! Happy holidays to you all.

[@peggypoole1773]

What we do for our 4 legged children! Love your videos.

[@valerieshepherd6823]

Awesome dog parents and awesome home owners ❤❤❤

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Thank you :)

[@AidaJof]

Awesome pawrents 🐾

[@sleepycat8887]

Love the new vents, so cool. We don’t have those in the Uk 🇬🇧, we have wall radiators…and it’s super annoying… because having those on the walls means there’s less wall space for furniture display. If you are lucky enough…. Your home will have underfloor heating. If it’s a new home, posher home, or if doing a renovation. Years ago my fridge freezer, the rubbers on the inside were white… after a few years those became stained, no matter how much I cleaned it!….to much of my annoyance. When I replaced the fridge freezer I made sure the rubbers were all black. I thought I was amazingly clever…. But actually…. These can be bought on its own and changed too. Now I know for the future. 😅 When I buy big items for my home…. I do intensive research, hate buying to throw away faster than needed. So I tend to wait and wait until I’m happy with the item that I found. Sometimes I put things in the cart and leave it…. If a week or two later I still feel that I need it, I’ll get it, otherwise I won’t, stops me from impulse buying anything 😂😂.

[@victoriawolf5600]

You are such a lovely woman! I love the way you talk to your dogs.

[@lindagardenlady]

The stair treads look great! Great idea! You are so thoughtful and live all the puppers Merry Christmas to all ❤❤❤❤🎄🎄🎄🫂🫂🫂

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Thanks so much! Maxie has been enjoying the new treads, he's not slipping any more! Merry Christmas to you and yours too! 🎄

[@LarryWinston-k1u]

Beautiful dogs..!🥰

[@tracywidelko]

So simple changing the air vents and door "things". A great video Renee - loved the assortment

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@blueraven2345]

I see that Pollux and Lola are getting closer. So good to see. When my dogs got older I actually had to build them a ramp, not that I’m suggesting you build a ramp but I put outside carpet on it and they never slipped on that. Of course, you could buy two more sets and cover the steps completely because I’m pretty sure at his age he is not going to change his ways.

[@janicecastellanos8091]

That’s what I was thinking,put more cover mats on both sides of the middle. Although an older dog can absolutely learn new tricks and things.

[@mariananderson7364]

I had wiener dogs and a ramp was a necessity, a game changer for them

[@ggverity7632]

I just love your dogs❤❤❤

[@kristymarie6065]

The little blue jacket! ❤❤❤❤❤❤ he's so cute

[@hi-dores4111]

Black vents look really nice❤

[@debbiemoffat7723]

Try a ramp that has a grip mat on. It might be helpful for all of you particularly during winter.

[@andiea5743]

Really nice upgrade changing those vents to black. It's the details that really can make a difference. I notice that Maxxie goes up the stairs where the door opens - smart boy! Loving seeing The Pups playing and living together!

[@37julie37]

Morning, We have used and had great results with Life Grip Anti Slip Traction treads with glow strip. They are adhesive backed. Purchased on Amazon. We use them on a ramp going out to the dog potty area. We do replace them time to time , we live in Michigan. It’s all about the dogs ❤happy day 😊

[@denisemaples6519]

The little things make such a difference, nice upgrade on your vents, it’s always good to look around and see what needs upgraded or changed

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Such a simple change that made a huge difference :)

[@s.p.3738]

Why is it so satisfying to watch someone change out floor vents 😂

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

LOL

[@SassyKaryn517]

😂😂😂 Same here!!

[@deedsh6280]

Love your pups, and so appreciate your care in making steps safer for your senior to live his best life. I had a similar situation and found some non-slip tape that i ran across the whole step. Your option is much more attractive. I love the joy you had in the first pee on the walk! You are resonating with a lot of dog owners here. We've had both: dogs who want an audience, and like yours, dogs that took a LONG time to be willing to do it in front of you. Great job Dog-Mom!

[@lynnklink1488]

Maybe a small ramp?

[@suzanneperkins4549]

oh girl, can I relate? I have three dogs that belong to my granddaughter in the house all day long with me. I have had exactly the same experiences with mine. In fact I’ve gotten to wear. I send mine outside and shut the door on the deck so that they can go in the backyard and don’t let them in when they’re horsing around like that. I just tell him to get out of the house for that, just like they were kids horsing around in the house. LOL can I relate? I can’t wait to see that video where you have that special thing, if it works.😊

[@rebeccab2446]

I have a super senior dog (18!) and she has a hard time with highly textured surfaces like gravel. It must either bother her pads or make her put stress on her phalanges. Maybe something like a carpet or other texture might help.

[@cherylthepearl827]

Good idea for Maxie. Enjoy the weekend.

[@kathrynharnecker4394]

When you first mentioned getting black air vents my initial reaction was ‘oh, I don’t know about that’ And then when I saw them I was blown away! Really, who knew?!! They look so good. Years ago when had replaced mine with wood but now I’m leaning towards black. Great video! Hugs to all 😊

[@adelledicangtelino1965]

Good job,,well done,,Renee and Randy.❤

[@dothatch5147]

You can put a soft brush by the door to brush mop off before he comes in.

[@faeryhill1]

Hi Renee 🎉 early afternoon for me... taking my friends collie for a walk shortly, he's becoming boisterous 😂❤❤❤ He's called Danté... hair is longer than River's was... he's playing with his very last ball he had now 🐺🌈 I do love Pollux ❤ of course they're all beautiful.. Moooey is just so laid back...welcoming another dog ❤ You say he's the boss, he was the 1st..he should be ❤ They've all given Randy the ok on the vents ❤❤❤ Love and blessings 🇬🇬

[@sharongibson1161]

That smart , funny little Maxie 😂😂😂 , so cute !! Floor grates look great !!

[@melinakoufalis281]

I'm watching from South Australia. Can't wait to find out what's changing around your life

[@alisapence3281]

Wow! You made me notice my air vents and YUCK! Thank you for sharing this, I went on Amazon and got new ones in Black and have been changing them out as I am doing early spring cleaning where we have no one living with us anymore - human and animal. LOL

[@rosannahughes4008]

Renee, thanks for showing us how to change the front door weather stripping. Regarding Maxxie and those black mats, although a great idea and lovely looking, that cut out style is uncomfortable for a pet. I have a large cut out mat at my back and front doors. My cat of 13 years refuses to walk on them. She too will walk around them. It's the cut out pattern that is disturbing. We like the pattern but to ask our pet to step in it with a little paw, is asking too much. Try a solid mat, no cut out pattern, for Maxxie. Like us folks reaching our 70s, our joints are getting arthritic (harder to bend) and our eye sight is not as sharp (to focus on a cut out when dashing). Happy holidays to you and your precious family.❤

[@carolinagirl9896]

Love those black vent covers! Have you ever tried deer antlers for the dogs? They are especially good for heavy chewers like Pollux. Lola has fit into your home so well. They all seem to really love each other. Maxie’s sweaters are all so cute. He seems to like wearing them too.

[@sharischroeder8297]

Merry Christmas You take such good care of your house. Everything is so neat and tidy. Everybody in your life must be so thankful that you are their Person. I know that Vlogmas is very time consuming but I look forward to waking up to your video and a cup of coffee ( after feeding 5 dogs, 2 cats and 2 chickens - Lol not all are inside the house). Have a blessed day Renee.

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

So glad you're enjoying Vlogmas!

[@rebeccajanemae]

I used to have a dog that I called Squirrel girl at times🙂. Little Maxxie is so darn cute especially in his little sweaters. Makes me smile🙂🙂🙂🐾🐾 🐾🐾 🐾🐾💜💜💜

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Girl Squirrel 💕

[@AidaJof]

Maxxie rocks the sweaters and yes, he also makes me smile😊😊😊

[@chrisb5793]

I recently joined your channel. You’re genuine and real. It’s refreshing to see someone just loving and living life.

[@maureen8930]

Thank You again how do door installation & vents 👍👍👍

[@adelledicangtelino1965]

Hello Renee present,, watching from Northern Luzon, Philippines

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Hello 😊

[@featherkitty50]

I took all my vent covers ....cleaned them, bought spray paint for metal & painted them all with grey paint!! They look great, new & match my new floor & old carpet! I like reusing things, not waisting things & putting in land fill! Can of paint is like $6.00!!!!! 😊

[@jennifermoore1166]

Last year I sprayed painted our vents they look great!

[@olafpamela]

OMG we was talking about our backsteps😮👍🏻😃 Thank you, Thank You👍🏻♥️🐾 Thanks for sharing 🤗♥️🐾 Happy Holidays 🎄🌟

[@sandrap6321]

Highly recommend a heated vest...gamechanger for any outdoor activity when its brutal cold. Perfect for dog walking.

[@Clovelaurel]

I need new air vents now! I’ve never thought to change them either.

[@juliemackenzie1978]

Good Morning Renee! I look forward to Vlogmas every morning. I am going to miss it, once it is over. But, you will probably be relieved to NOT have to vlog every day. LOL! One of my dogs...when he was a senior...I was carrying him down & up the stairs near the end of his life. I live in a bi-level house...and it was just too much for him...and I didn't mind. I have always had small dogs. He was healthy til the end of his life. But, near the end...in his 11 1/2th year...I had to do that. He loved his backyard regardless. We love our sweet fur-babies to their last days....and because I loved him..I didn't mind doing that. :)

[@lynneedwards9704]

I wondered why you had air vents in the floor. My husband says its your heating, in the UK we have radiators lol. I love the new black air vents. Your dogs are just so gorgeous. 💜

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Ooooo yes! We have central heat and air....no radiators. So our vents are in the floor. But upstairs, the vents are in the ceiling :)

[@lynneedwards9704]

​@@WelcomeToMyCurlsThat sounds great, I love it. ❤️

[@lisahause8705]

My kitchen floor air vents were replaced in 2011. Husband bought from local improvement store. Same kind we have throughout the home. Our house is 19 years old. The exact same color -dark tan…the kitchen gets the most foot activity & gets the most cleaning/mopping, it figures! Good luck w/Maxie! 🤗

[@kathypilchman3657]

Mrs.Renée you're taking precedence. I was listening to Jason Kelce his Christmas album, merry Christmas and how are the dogs?

[@pate7817]

Renee, you need the ear muffs that go around the back of your head. You hair is so thick you could put the back of the earmuffs under your hair. they work great.

[@m-cbourgie5965]

It's hard seeing your animals getting older. I remember when our dog was going blind at 15, she would use her little paw to feel/find every single step of the stairs outside the house, especially in the winter time. She was fine once she was inside. She was just really insecure with the stairs outside.😢

[@brendatate8986]

Loving vlogmas! Maxie says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. lol My little dog has 3 sets of steps but refuses to use this one set. Now they are the same exact steps but one set is a no go for her. I’ve moved them to where her others ones are but nope 👎🏻 she hates this one set and I can’t get her to use them at all. After a year I gave up! So every night I move her set from the living room to the den.. I guess she has taught me the trick! 😂 Lol. Have a great weekend! Stay warm!

[@cindyolmstead2970]

The black vents look great!!

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

I agree!!

[@rocio2917]

Your house looks so clean. And your husband must have great income with all the orders... that's wonderful.

[@kamhowe9315]

loving your vlogs! house looks great 🙂

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Thank you!! 😊

[@susiedavis4560]

Good morning! The new vents look great! Glad to hear Maxxie has taken to the stair threads! Does Pollux still have trouble with his hips? Your Vlogmas has sure been a joy and made the holiday season! Have a wonderful day!🐶❤

[@Patricia-h8r3d]

I love how much you love your dogs❣️ You are such a wonderful person and they are so lucky to have you as their “mom”❤️

[@Mama90210]

Hello from California 👋we love watching your channel especially your beautiful babies 🐕🦮🐩🐾❤. Just wanted to share with you and everyone with senior dogs how glucosamine joint supplement can help Maxie with his aging joints 😊. Our vet recommended Cosequin for dogs and it really made a difference in our senior dog’s arthritis and joints! This is not an ad just sharing 😊❤️🐶

[@gbarnett9470]

Can you get a long ramp so Mo can walk down the ramp? With Astro turf so won't be slick in rain. Just use a leaf blower to sweep it and deck.

[@romulus4395]

Seems like you're going to have to cover the whole stairs

[@ForestFury101]

Obsessed with your hair!

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Oh thanks!

[@AidaJof]

It is always about the little things ... so true, Renee. Adjustments with three dogs now, also an adjustment🥰 Maxxie, dear old Maxxie ... bless him🙏 KZbin for all the bad wrap the patform takes, I must admit, it is my go-to source for learning from how to clean my vacuum stick to how to load up a pepper mill grinder 😂😂😂

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Oh yes! I learn to much on KZbin!

[@MultiLadybug72]

Have you thought about a ramp for the stairs for the pup? My son's dog uses one and it has helped her out a lot

[@melissaphillips3088]

Renee your vents looks great we did the same when we remodeled our house this year. Doing little things like this makes a house look so much better. Your house looks so pretty all time.Loving vlogmas❤

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

It really is just the small and simple things that keep a house fresh. The new vents look great...and I'm liking them in black!

[@AidaJof]

​@@WelcomeToMyCurlsWhatever makes the girl happy ... 😊

[@melissaphillips3088]

They are such a great way to freshen up your house we chose wood to match our hardwood flooring throughout the house.​@WelcomeToMyCurls

[@LeighAnneHolland]

What are the joggers that you wore for the walk with the dogs? Thanks?

[@geselagrendel630]

Maxxi is so cute, hope he adjusts quickly to the steps, bless him. Love his T-shirts ❤

[@NonaMaryGrace1952]

Lots of good tips. Thank you. 💕NonnaGrace 🐓

[@lorisimon2338]

U could have got a wide dog ramp!

[@pitifulidajoe]

👍 Perfect!

[@noenn9895]

Wow!!! You’re pretty handy girl! Randy, you got a keeper. 😂😂 Just kidding Rene. I’d give up on the stairs and just order more for the length of the stairs because Mu is not going to cooperate with your great idea with the stairs. 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@dhope390]

We are having colder weather here than usual. We blaming it on the hurricane that came through in September and tore everything up. We are still cleaning up and repairing and will be for months, possibly up to a year here in Evans, Grorgia and the entire Augusta area. There just isn't enough carpenters or tree and lawn workers to go around. We just had some more trees cut down yesterday that were damaged. Insurance does not cover this so a lot of people will not be able to take care of it. Our neighbor's huge pine fell and tore a big section of of our fence down and hit our car and truck. Guess what? Insurance does not cover so we had to pay for those too. Our insurance company rep told us they are going out of business in January so we have to get a new one. The insurance adjusters told us they have never seen worse damage. We didn't have the flooding like western N.C. only wind although we had 15 inches of rain.

[@vanessaherron5203]

For sure the little things, amazing how all of a sudden we notice the air vents look worn out, I did the same, like why haven’t I noticed this before, yep bought mine at Lowe’s, paid up🥵 Lol Randy looked like a proud dad while walking with his new airstrips. Lol omg I can’t even with the dogs, I keep saying it, but they make my day so very happy,thanks so much for sharing them💗

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

The vents at Lowes were so much more expensive! Yikes!

[@vanessaherron5203]

@ yep lol☹️

[@AidaJof]

The dogs also do it for me 🥰🥰🥰

[@jaminavazquez7802]

I think your videos are the most inspiring videos on KZbin ❤

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Thank you so much!

[@jaminavazquez7802]

@WelcomeToMyCurls Thank you❤️

[@carrieramsey2313]

Good morning Renee! I just love watching all your Vlogmas videos. I don't know what I'm going to do when Vlogmas is finished 😢 LOL I just love little Maxxie's shirts. Since he's having a little bit of a hard time with the stairs, maybe put in a doggie ramp instead. I was cracking up when Lola was standing there outside by the door, watching you change the heater vent😂 Give Maxxie, Pollux, and Lola lots of hugs & kisses from a big fan of their mom and them!! ❤❤❤😊

[@pamelab1175]

My oldest dog is nine. He used to hit the top step off our back porch and jump down the rest. We’ve been here over four years. He now goes down a few steps before he jumps the rest of the way. But I have a plastic planter on my back porch. So if he doesn’t feel like going down the steps, he will pee on it. Then we have to clean it off. We have a transom window in our master bathroom that I know has some kind of hole in it. But we’re not sure how to get to it. We have lady bugs come in all winter long. It’s over the bathtub and up towards the ceiling. So it’s still there. And the lady bugs are starting to come in. Which when I find them I just flush them down the toilet. So now they’re in our septic tank if they go down alive.

[@kathypilchman3657]

It's 25° in New Jersey down by the Jersey shore. I got to put my fireplace on. I have exactly what you have.

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Oh yay!

[@angelaevans4362]

I had the same air vents and you do. I also found out how expensive they were at the store. I spray painted ours and they turned out great.

[@GeorgiasGarden]

Our air vents are in the ceiling. I miss air vents in the floor.

[@barblalonde3824]

Have you had inside the vents cleaned out. We never knew and was so shocked. Now it’s a yearly thing. 🇨🇦🎶💃🏼🌹🎄💃🏼

[@WelcomeToMyCurls]

Did you clean them out yourself with a vacuum? Do tell!

[@SandyGram75]

@barblalonde3824 It's amazing how much less dust lands around the house. We also change our furnace filter every month during winter season

[@shellyjay8954]

Treads are a good idea except those have large holes. I’d go with the indoor/outdoor carpet.

[@beverlydaugherty8789]

I too love mooey! He's a good boy and he has a very good mother. I love all your videos especially about him💖

[@janetbrown4350]

Love your tennis shoes…what brand

[@pamelajames5767]

Hey Renee, Your Moo..probably having problem with depth percenption, wonder what color is easier to see if you are a senior pup,, maybe black looks like a hole to him. You have such beautiful pack...great fun. Merry Christmas to you and yours!!!

[@jmcg6189]

I was wondering how well he could see. Not all aging is in the bones.

[@biba350]

You call the dogs (The Gang ) really appreciate the videos Renee lovin the vlogmas As well

[@judibess6173]

Your pups need a carpeted ramp up one side. Much safer for all three puppers🥰

[@janekanter7956]

I can’t believe I never thought of changing out the air vents. Ours are looking baaad.

[@jeanneeng7750]

Wow! You sure have your hands full now!!!! BUT...we always had 4 dogs and now down to one and can honestly say we miss having our gang of 4 dogs!!

[@terrigirl]

Maybe the pads of his paws need moisturizer to keep them supple. This happens to people too, dry feet give you no grip even on carpet. Dry fingers don’t work well with touch screens either.

[@Dawn-pe5to]

Hi Renee..a suggestion for your steps. Why not get the long grip strips that stick on and put two on each step along the whole width? I think you can get them in a color close to your steps. As for the vent covers, wouldn't spray paint would have done the same thing and saved you the cost of new ones?

[@lisamurray7168]

We had two dogs- and one would steal the others’ chew. And softened it up for her!😂

[@vickiewinfrey2439]

We painted ours.

[@marycoffman5788]

Be careful on the pig ears, not good for dogs digestive, my vet does not recommend giving them to dogs. Just be very careful.

[@Lisa-x8s]

You might have to get a 2nd or 3rd set of stair grippers and use them all to get Maxxy to use them.

[@janhankins911]

I'm not sure what this says about me, but I'm able to tune out dogs playing when I'm trying to do something. Perhaps it was my time in graduate school (in the 1980's--noise-cancelling headphones didn't exist back them). I had dogs and I had to study; I wasn't willing to get rid of the dogs and I wasn't willing to drop out of school, so I learned to tune out the play noise. That worked well, too, because if I heard something that wasn't playing, I could see what was going on immediately. I think you'd find you habituate to the noise pretty quickly (habituation in "learning theory terms") means that you tune something out and don't even "hear" it any more because you don't pay any attention because it isn't pertinent. It's like the hum of an appliance. You don't really "hear" it while it's running. Now if it starts making a really strange noise, you're going to "hear" that, but if it's operating correctly, you don't "hear" it.