World According to Duff
Meeting Dogs on Their Turf
Duff again. Mom and I have been Cesar Millan fans forever, it seems. The Dog Whisperer helps Dogs, but even more, teaches their owners how to be Pack Leaders. As he recommends, I am Calm and Submissive. Well, most of the time. And I learn a lot from watching examples of Problem Dogs on his…
Read MoreSmile! You’re on Camera
Duff here. As my mom and I go on our walks, we often see signs along the way. Some are merely directional, as Left Turn and Stop. And others are for businesses. I particularly favor the restaurant, What’s Cooking, because delectable and enticing scents drift out for my sniffing pleasure. Talk about unstuck living! One…
Read MoreDoggy Day Camp
Hello! It’s Duff. I recently returned from Doggy Day Camp at my favorite boarding facility. It’s a ranch (can you imagine?) with wide open spaces and many other Dogs to play with. I stay in the Small Dog area, for that’s where I belong. The owner tells mom that my favorite activity is to check…
Read MoreThe Big White Truck
Now there was a day when another Large White Truck pulled up and stopped in the middle of the street. I didn’t realize at the time: the driver was from a utility company, checking the meters. He left his truck door open. I ran as fast as I could to meet and greet. And jumped…
Read MoreObedience Training for Mom
Duff here. Again, a story from my days of puppyhood. I was born with unlimited energy. Curious about everything, I wanted to investigate the entire world. My Doggy Parents (especially my Mom), decided it a good idea for me to get some obedience training. I was obedient when I felt like it. Not so much…
Read MoreMy Morning Ritual
Duff again. Morning comes and I’m ready for the day. Mom releases me from my carrier (Doggy Den or Safe Place when there are thunderstorms) and we journey out to take care of “business.” Back in we come. That’s when my true Morning Ritual begins. Mom fills her kettle with water for the first cup…
Read MoreI Love to Play
Duff again. You know, playing is a great pastime. When I enter this arena, the world’s my playground. And what I do is spontaneous. Mom is easily amused so I have a ready audience. Every now and again, I decide it’s time to run as fast as I can. “Run, run as fast as you…
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