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Sam’s Farwell

by Deb Farris | Jan 14, 2019 | Musings, Pets

Todd and I gave our dog Sam a voice. You have to imagine this story being told by Sam in his voice. It sounded a little like Barney… I woke up this morning with a cold. Have you ever heard a dog sneeze all day long? Well, I sneezed all day long. That was a new...

Knowing When to Make the Call

by Deb Farris | Jan 10, 2019 | Musings, Pets

One, two, three pills, I counted. Do I call and request another refill? The prescription has been refilled many more times than I ever expected. Or do I face up to things and schedule that dreaded appointment with the Vet? Or will Old Dog just keep getting weaker...

Lunch “Hour” with the Pets

by Deb Farris | Nov 1, 2018 | Musings, Pets

I really thought I was getting this down to a science… Walk in back door. Feed Fannie, carry Sam outside. Let him sniff. Move fast to add second load of wash. Leash Fannie. Grab baggies and treats as Fannie flings jubilantly around ankles and prances out the...

A Zoo?

by Deb Farris | Oct 2, 2018 | Family, Musings, Pets, Uncategorized

I left my computer at work tonight because I thought Todd would be home. You know, just anticipating a little quality time. When the garage door was closed as I pulled up the driveway, I checked my text, Event Thursday night, GreenBay tonight. Rats. I could have have...

Old Dog on a Golden Fall Day

by Deb Farris | Sep 22, 2018 | Faith, Musings, Pets

Old dog sleeps longer than me now. I hear him, as I write at my desk in the morning, begin to shuffle the sheets. Even before I acknowledge him I can feel his eyes on me. I turn and wave. Words between us are no longer necessary. He could probably make it down the...

A Word About Puppy Training

by Deb Farris | Aug 16, 2018 | Family, Pets

I don’t have a whole lot of experience training puppies. Our dog Sam was the first time I’d ever experienced obedience school. He needed it. He did receive his diploma, but that was only because the trainer didn’t want us bringing him back. I’m...