I’ve often wondered how a dog picks its favorite person. With Teddy, I didn’t have to wonder. He chose me. There was something between us right from the start, a bond I couldn’t quite explain but definitely felt. I was his person, and he was my soul dog. Bear is different. I feed […]
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Every morning begins with my inspection. While Mom, Dad, and I are sleeping, our backyard becomes a nighttime neighborhood. Raccoons come through. Gray foxes quietly wander past. Possums shuffle along looking for insects. Sometimes deer stop by, and every once in a while, a skunk decides our yard is worth investigating. That means I have an
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Now, don’t get me wrong. I already know he supervises my office, keeps track of my snack schedule, reminds me when it’s time to play, and serves as my full-time emotional support specialist. Those are all very important responsibilities. But recently, he apparently decided to become a television researcher as well. This week, as we
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Every week, a very important meeting is held in our backyard. No humans are invited. Mom thinks she’s in charge because she opens the gate and fills the water bowls, but once Summer arrives, Summer and Bear take over managing the Playgroup. They have rules: Rule Number One: Every yellow rubber ball belongs to whoever gets
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For many of us, the Fourth of July is a celebration filled with family gatherings, barbecues, patriotic music, and spectacular fireworks lighting up the night sky. The colors are beautiful. The excitement is contagious. It is easy to understand why so many people look forward to this holiday every year. But while we are admiring
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This Friday, June 26, is National Take Your Dog to Work Day, and for millions of dog lovers, it’s a fun opportunity to introduce their four-legged companions to coworkers and hopefully brighten everyone’s day. What many people don’t know is that the celebration has a much deeper purpose. National Take Your Dog to Work Day
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Some life lessons arrive gently, and others land with enough force to change the way we think forever. My sweet Teddy taught me one of those lessons. When Teddy became ill, I found myself traveling a road I had never expected to travel. Like many pet parents, I believed I was prepared. I had always provided
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Last night, Bear surprised me. I was watching a nature documentary about the frozen north when a large wolf suddenly appeared on the television screen. This was not a quick glimpse of an animal running through the woods. The wolf filled much of the screen and stared directly forward with intense yellow eyes. Instantly, Bear
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A report from Bear, Golden Retriever, and Chief Food Quality Inspector Recently, my doctor informed Mom that I was too skinny. Personally, I preferred the term “athletically streamlined,” but apparently there was concern. During my dental cleaning appointment, the veterinary staff noticed that I weighed only 48.8 pounds and thought I was underweight. They even
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Every morning, Bear begins his daily investigation of our backyard. I usually step outside and notice the weather. I admire the greenhouse, check on my plants, and enjoy the quiet start to the day. The yard looks exactly as it did the evening before. Bear sees something entirely different. Recently, I began listening to Alexandra
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