The Small World of Little Toot
The Family Portrait
Lil’ Toot here. It was Time for the Family portrait, and Aunt Griselda lined up the Kids to take a Picture for Posterity. It was hard enough to get Them in One Place at One Time. They were all very busy. Burying a bone in the Backyard. Watching the Little One. Begging for Scraps. Living…
Read MoreGuilt Induction
Lil’ Toot here. Last Thanksgiving, My Cousins gathered around the Table to bless Their Table Scraps. They were grateful for what They received but were always open for More. Better results came when They showed Respect by being under the Table when Their Mistress arrived. It’s a strategy We can all relate to for More…
Read MoreEducating Amelia
Lil’ Toot here. Aunt Matilda was so proud of Her daughter, Amelia. Smart as a Whip, She quickly learned the ins and Outs of being a Dog. Sit. Fetch. Stay. Roll over. Play dead. Amelia was the Best. Living unstuck. But Their favorite Moments? When My Aunt read to the Little One. There were questions…
Read MoreMischief
Credit: Wing Chun Boxing Academy Lil’ Toot here. I was talking with Cousin Margot the other day. Like Me, She is from the Height Impaired Side of the Family. With a smooth coat and golden Tan color, She is glamorous in Her own right. Playful is Her middle Name, for She loves to chase Balls…
Read MoreFrom Despair to Delight
Lil’ Toot here. Throughout the day, I am active. Busy. Constantly moving. Enjoying every Minute of My Puppyhood. I keep Mom on Her toes. So much Energy. So She did a pre-emptive Strike before I turned into a Terrible Teen, and called for Back-Up Support. Living unstuck. With that in mind, She gently places Me…
Read MoreWho’s the Boss?
Lil’ Toot here. Great Uncle Maximus was a Good Sized Lad with a Strong Sense of Fairness. He weighed in at 150 plus pounds, and Very Few People questioned His Decisions. You might say he threw His weight around as Needed. Living unstuck. When His Owners dared to leave, He would often destroy Things in…
Read MoreThe Mighty Hunter
Lil’ Toot here. Uncle Bowser comes from the Hound Branch of the Family Tree and is a Mighty Hunter. He has tracked Racoons. Possums. Turkeys. Quail. But He is easily distracted by Squirrels. Their big Fluffy tails and scolding Chit-chat entrance Him, and off He goes. Living unstuck. His Master is not that Keen on…
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