I love spaniels. Most spaniels. I have to admit, not a big fan of American Cocker Spaniels overall, but I generally like most English Cockers. And English Springers. And Welsh. And of course the Fields.(1) They are just so soft. …
But it's Thursday.
It’s Thursday. We go for a walk on Thursdays. Sorry guys. Not today. But it’s Thursday. We go for a walk on Thursdays. Not today guys. We have a herding lesson instead. But Thursday. It’s Thursday. Do you not understand…
Startle Response
I have a really low startle threshold. Just ask my husband. He thinks it is mind boggling ridiculous how I scream when the dreaded, anticipated thing finally occurs in a movie or TV program. He says, “How did you not…
What's In a Name?
Recently it occurred to me that since adopting my husband’s last name, no one has tried to call me Katrina. And it’s awesome. I was rather curious if when my last name no longer began with ‘A’ this would occur. …
Corgi Couch Stairs
This past weekend I decided on a whim to throw together some Corgi Couch Stairs. With our new couch being taller than our old, and with Zora being a long backed, short legged dwarf dog who prefers the comforts of…
The Magic Box
Hop Up Leash off The door closes. Motor starts, time passes Life gets dull. Radio The humans laugh Gee, Tom is lucky Boring, boring, boring. Not even a window! Wait, are we there?! Door opens, hooray! The magic box still…
Puppies as Gifts
Yesterday was the birthday of a long time friend of mine. In response to my birthday wishes, he excitedly replied that another long time friend was gifting him a puppy! And I was thrilled for him! Wait? I thought giving…
Epiphany
This morning I got a call from a client who all excited exclaimed, “I had an epiphany while walking my dog the other day. The pulling is the same thing as the whining for him, it’s all related to arousal…
Let there be Peace (& Quiet)
Today’s peace and quiet brought to you by Natural Reed Fencing. Simple. Affordable. Easy to install. Effective. Very effective. A lovely relaxing afternoon in my back yard, in my new comfy recliner lawn chair, with happy chilling dogs. Happy quiet…
5 years and counting
5 years ago today, I arrived in Smithtown, NY to attend team training at the Guide Dog Foundation for guide dog number 2. At that time the Foundation’s traditional program was on campus for 26 days for first time recipients. …