A Bird Dog

If you turn the imagination loose like a hunting dog, it will often return with a bird in its mouth. —William Maxwell Lil’ Toot here. A short time ago, there was an Overnight Snowstorm. Mom bundled Me up and Out We went. I was amazed to see My White Wonderland once again. It wasn’t there…

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True Friends

Lil’ Toot here. While being a legendary Sheepdog, Great Uncle Bob was also a fashion Mavin. He liked to try out the Newest Looks. Never cared about Shorter Jackets, or longer Ones either. As long as They were washable, Fabrics were no never-mind to Him. He lived unstuck. But one day, He went too far.…

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Dressed Up for Easter

Happy Easter to all my Peeps! —Good Housekeeping Lil’ Toot here. Aunt Rashinda was a Show-Off. She loved to get all Gussied up in finery and parade about like She was the Queen. She was a Diva, for sure. She had closets filled with charming Outfits. All color coordinated, don’tcha Know? Living unstuck. Of course,…

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Let Me Help

Lil’ Toot here. It’s Sunday. That’s when Mom takes the Sheets off the bed and tosses Them in the Washing Machine. Some Canines are threatened by that Contraption. Not Me. I listen carefully to be sure It’s not coming after Me. Then go about My Business. I love the Dryer. It’s warm and toasty. Living…

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The Trickster

The five second rule doesn’t work if you have a two second dog. —Pinterest Lil’ Toot here. Great Uncle Scotty was a trickster in every Way. He loved to play Jokes and spoof others. Sometimes, His Owners were deceived. Like the time He hid in the Closet and cleverly closed the door. They never saw…

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Lost Treat

Lil’ Toot here. Have You ever had a Favorite Relative? Well, I loved My Aunt Gertie. She thought I was the Best Kid on the Block. I would get special Play Time. Cuddles during Naps. If I headed toward trouble, She was right there to herd Me to safety. Living unstuck. Both of Us get…

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Under Attack!

If attitude were a leash, I’d be off the chain. —Sandjest Lil’ Toot here. I was attacked this morning! Mom and I were on the Good Old Stretch-The-Legs Sashay. Meandering along and minding My Own Business, I like to run ahead of Mom. Then stay behind. Then Sprint past Her once again. All great fun…

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