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DC adventures
For a week or so, Chico had to do a lot of not much while my siblings and I attended to some family business, and he was really quite gracious about it. When we started moving a number of boxes … Continue reading
Off leash in DC
One of the hardest things for me to find in DC is a place to let Chico run. Dog parks are, for him, a form of torture. So many other dogs that all want to get to know him at … Continue reading
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Dreaming of a road trip
I have to go to San Francisco this winter (I know, poor me) and I’m dreaming of making it a road trip, a grand and giant field trip for Chico and me. That may not be practical, and what plays … Continue reading
October visit to Eva’s, part two
After the long walk on the beach, Chico, in his doggy way, was ready for a nap. He’s sleeping on a coffee bean sack. Eva uses these sacks for everything from making them into doormats to mulching the paths and … Continue reading
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October visit to Eva’s, part one
Chico and I went to visit my cousin Eva on her farm last month. Driving down her road, you pass this sign: On arrival we took a little walk down the road. Even though it’s fall, they’re still busy sowing … Continue reading
Happy Halloween
Last Saturday Chico and I went to a canine Halloween party at local boarding/grooming/doggie daycare “pet resort” Karla’s Pet Rendez Vous. I purposely arrived late to miss the majority of other guests but still have a chance to socialize a … Continue reading
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A leisurely paddle
Back in May, at a charity auction, I made the winning bid on a certificate for two all day canoe rentals from local outfitter Saco Bound. By planning for the middle of September, I was able to assemble enough of … Continue reading
Leash walking and socialization report
This week Chico and I are in Washington, DC, visiting my dad. Chico has to do a lot of walking on a leash here, lots more than up in rural New Hampshire. After a small incident with a golden retriever … Continue reading
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Tagged desirable behavior, Field Trip, good dog, good on leash
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A week of adventures
Last Monday I made an appointment to have my vision checked and my eyes examined. They had an opening for Wednesday, sooner than I could have hoped for. I asked if they, like my orthopedist, are a dog friendly office. … Continue reading
Can I Bring the Dog? 