Posts by Joan Courtney
My Elegant Cuisine?
9 out of 10 dogs prefer it. You must be the 10th. — Ken Benner Lil’ Toot here. I am training Mom on My Tastes for Food. Outside, My Cuisine is extensive. Dead bird wings. Chicken bones that are a few days old or well-aged. Inside? Anything Mom is eating. Well almost . . .…
Read MoreGot the Punies?
Lil’ Toot here. Ever had a time when You didn’t feel good at all? You had the Punies. Maybe Your Tummy was upset. Or You had a dry mouth. Your outlook on Life was getting grim. That was Aunt Samantha. She was feeling poorly, so Off to the Hospital She went. Living unstuck. Once there,…
Read MoreHappy Easter
In your Easter bonnet, with all the frills upon it, You’ll be the grandest lady in the Easter parade. —Bing Crosby, Easter Parade (movie) Lil’ Toot here. Cousin Sally, twice removed on My Mother’s side, loves to dress up for any occasion. Halloween. Christmas. The Fourth of July. She even wore a Turkey hat, complete…
Read MoreIn the Doghouse
Lil’ Toot here. Cousin Waggie’s Owner often got sideways with the Missus and would find himself in the Doghouse. Out He would go. My cousin is an entrepreneur at heart and figured out that this would be a fantastic Side Gig. He rented out His Home, even setting up Concierge Service! That’s living unstuck. Last…
Read MoreWhere’s the Treats?
If you think a dog can’t count, try putting three dog biscuits in your pocket and then give him only two. —Phil Pastoret Lil’ Toot here. Uncle Rufus was a Champ at following a Scent. He had some Bloodhound in Him (not sure where, except in His Magnificent Nose), and He used it well. If…
Read MoreSmall Comforts
Lil’ Toot here. Comfort comes in Countless sizes. Different packages. A chat with a friend. A Cup of tea after a long day. Or a warm Blanket. All will qualify with That ability to soothe in some way. That’s living unstuck. Auntie Edwina specialized in Creature Comforts. She’s like Me, for We both feel we’re…
Read MoreI’m Awake
You know you’re no longer in charge when your dog decides what time you wake up. —mooch@#moochinopooch Lil’ Toot here. Some people have alarm clocks. Others have a light that gently wakes them. Then, there’s my Charming Cousin, Susie Q. She’s on the Hunting side of the family tree and loves to get up early.…
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