A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
A neighbor stopped by this morning. "Are you training Sasha to be a therapy dog?" "No," I responded. "But she's certainly good therapy for me!" Ozark Summer Highlands Sasha Sharing your life with a dog really is good for your health and overall well-being. Consider, for example, this info from Harvard Healthbeat: Pet ownership, …
Continue reading Here’s to good health!
After this morning's backyard adventure, the four-legged family members opted to spend most of the day inside. Sasha seemed apprehensive when it came time for her mid-afternoon yard break, so I went out with her. This time, however, I was armed with a Plan of Action. The dogs visiting next door came straight to the …
Continue reading A Blue Ribbon Day!
Most holiday weekends, our neighborhood sees an influx of out-of-town guests who bring their pets along. For those of us whose dogs are wary of strangers, the new arrivals can add a new level of anxiety. While vigilance--and maintaining a safe distance--can often prevent a full-blown canine crisis, it pays to have a plan in …
Continue reading Keep Calm and Have a Plan
Two years ago, we introduced Buddy The Wonder Cat to Sasha. We'd been a one-cat household since Katie, our 14-year-old Calico, passed away, and without a dog for 17 years since losing our beloved spaniel Alix. It's fair to say we were a bit nervous about bringing home a rescue with an unknown history but …
Continue reading A cat with a dog of his own
...Or maybe it's a seamstress we need! This week marked the second anniversary of Sasha joining our household. Freezing drizzle and a silly injury of mine has kept us housebound, so we've celebrated with toys. And that is A Big Deal. Why? (Glad you asked!) When Sasha came to us, she didn't know how to …
Continue reading Is there a doctor in the house?