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Longer ago than I like to admit, almost three weeks now, the dogs and I went to Maryland for a gathering of English Shepherds and their people. Maybe forty dogs in a large fenced yard. Potluck lunch. Chatting. An auction … Continue reading →

It’s terrible quality, but so important. I rode a different horse today, and for the first time in over two years, Chico got out of the car and joined us.  I was so happy I almost cried . 

Later in the week we’re packing up and heading to Maryland to a “gathering” of English Shepherds (and their people) being held this Saturday. It sounds interesting, and what could it hurt to meet other ESs and their people? I’m … Continue reading →

Yesterday a man came to look at my problem flooring, and while he was doing his inspection, Chico, Bonney, and I all played with the skunk tug. I had it by the tail, Chico – on my left -had a … Continue reading →

well eight, she skipped one. But that was my fault.

And asked her if she’d please play like a dog. Please. Oh, pretty please …? I’ll self handicap. Are you sure? After this, kitty ran away,  but not far, and not up a tree. They played, in a way, for … Continue reading →

… and it was humid and over 80, but with encouragement,  we all made it up and down. Bonney might have been more active than Chico; she’s certainly more tired.

We took a walk this morning with Tate, Simon, Quince, and their people.Chico and Simon, the elder statesmen, had a fine time, trotting at the rear of the group. Chico was very lively at the beach he ran, and played, … Continue reading →

An apple will do:

That puts us in the truck this week. No crate. Would they get along unconfined? No need to be worried.  It took some talking to get Chico in the back part of the cab, but I made it worth his … Continue reading →