Little Thoughts From Little Toot
Blast of Snow
I could probably head back inside, but why would I? —Pinterest Lil’ Toot here. I am a Curious Little Man and revel in Adventuring. This morning, I smelled a pungent odor coming from the culvert. Mom had to pull Me away from My friend, Ms. Skunk. But . . . Mom! Living unstuck. Last week,…
Read MoreSaying Goodbye
You have been my friend. That in itself is a tremendous thing. —E.B. White (Charlotte’s Web) Lil’ Toot here. Thanks to so many Friends and Mom, I have a Toy Box full of playthings. At home, some are the Green Ball, complete with a cord. The Squeaking Donut. Mr. Froggie and Mr. Worm. At work?…
Read MoreStill Love Me?
You can be the moon and still be jealous of the stars. —Gary Allen Lil’ Toot here. Aunt Schwartzie was upset. Kinda angry, with a touch of Jealousy in the Mix too. She had been the Model German Shepherd, Guarding the Family. She could Play with the Little Littles while doing Tug-of-War with Her Master.…
Read MoreBone-Chilling Cold
Not bossy. Just aggressively helpful. —PrintFactoryApparel, Etsy Lil’ Toot here. Every morning, Mom checks the Weather to see how warm or Cold it is outside. Lately, She looks on Her phone and says to Herself, “That’s good enough.” Or “We won’t be out long.” And off We go. But It has been downright Cold. Frigid.…
Read MoreEvery Single Morsel
When I finish eating something, I have to show my hands to my dog like I’m a blackjack dealer. —Stupell Industries Lil’ Toot here. I’m a Growing Puppy. So I’m like a hungry Tiger when It comes to mealtimes. Snack Times. Treats. I also specialize in Anything Foodwise that drops on the Floor. I especially…
Read MorePlay Fetch?
Dogs are the four-legged superheroes who teach us that love, loyalty, and a good game of fetch can solve anything. —Pawsome Prints by Lila & Milo Lil’ Toot here. Up to a point, Great Uncle Griego loved to play Fetch. He was prepared to bring Back Anything. But when his Master tossed the Stick into…
Read MoreJust Because You Won’t . . .
If the dog clearly shows motivation and is searching for the correct answer, more intensity in the aversive is not useful. —Ivan Balabanov Lil’ Toot here. You already know how Enthused I am to trundle out for a walk on Cold, Dark Mornings. Not! I mean, it’s okay to go and Take care of My…
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