Figs

The tree bears fruit:

Shorn

While I was away in Maine Debbie graciously took Jake to the groomer's for a bath and trim. Since it has been in excess of 100 here routinely I told her she might as well have him shaved. That was about a week ago, and this is what he looks like today:









I think he's happy to be cooler, though his coat acts like Velcro with burrs.