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Stuart’s Always With Us
I’ve heard this a thousand times. But only recently has my grieving heart been open enough to know it’s true. Stuart is, and always will be, with us. He finds subtle ways to let us know he’s there. Today, I … Continue reading
Posted in grief, love, pets, The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged death, friendship, life, mourning the loss of a pet, spirituality
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No More of This and That
For almost 10 years Stuart slept under my desk while I worked. That’s a lot of snoring. And deep breathing. And doggie dream yips and startled muscle twitches. It’s just not right that he’s no longer under my desk. And … Continue reading
Pericardial Effusion Caused by Hemangiosarcoma
Pericardial effusion caused by hemangiosarcoma = a life threatening event caused by a terminal disease for which there is no cure. It came on so suddenly. As it so often does. Out of the blue. Out of nowhere. None of … Continue reading
Posted in The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged death, dog health, dogs, friendship, hemangiosarcoma, life, love, pericardial effusion, Scottish Terriers
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LaLaLand
Friends. They say it takes a village. But I’m here to tell you that it takes furiends. Because you, my furiends, helped me get through Tuesday’s Trauma. Yes. It was traumatic. I went in for a simple cleaning and came … Continue reading
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Tagged canine dental health, canine health, canine surgery, dogs, friendship, how to get a dog to take a pill after surgery, ideal dog weight, ideal Scottie weight, life, love, Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Pill Pockets, Scotties, Scottish Terriers, Shady Grove Animal Clinic
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Watercolor Wednesday – Precious Pup
With my birthday only days away, I’m remembering what I was like as a pup. Oh me. That’s almost NINE YEARS AGO. Wow. Hey, don’t forget about my barkday. Ranger, Dui and I are planning the scavenger hunt now and … Continue reading
Posted in Scotties, Scottish Terriers, Terriers, The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged aging, birthday celebrations, laughter, life, puppies, Scavenger Hunts, Scottie puppies, Scotties
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A Note to my Boy
Dear Stuart, Sorry I wasn’t able to post earlier today. I know how you like for me to put your thoughts on the blog early in the day. But, you see, I was working, and you know how that goes. … Continue reading
Posted in Scottish Terriers, Terriers, The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged dogs, friendship, life, love, pets, Scotties
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Do You Sleep Like a Human?
Yesterday, we had a bit of precipitation. Ice. A bit of snow. And generally a grrreat day for sleeping. Who wants to slip and slide whilst doing his business? I ask you! The sidewalks were too slippery to walk on, … Continue reading
Posted in dogs with blogs, Scottish Terriers, Terriers, The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged dog habits, dogs, habits of dogs, life, pets, Scotties
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My Mantra
KEEP CALM and SCOTTIE ON PeeS – Hey, I know this is some great art the peep created, but please don’t take it. That would be a copyright infringement now wouldn’t it? Yes. It. Would. That’s not cool.
Posted in Scotties, Scottish Terriers, Terriers, The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged dogs, humor, Keep Calm, life, pets, Scotties
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I’ve Had Enough
I’ve had enough trouble, trauma and tragedy. As you know, I’ve brooded enough about it. So, I’m done. And all I can do is be kind to my fellow peeps and anipals. Be the best little doggie I can … Continue reading
Posted in Scotties, Scottish Terriers, Terriers, The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged dogs, grief, life, peace, pets, sadness, strength, terrorism, violence
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I’m Thankful for…
It’s Thanksgiving. It’s a howliday that I really like. It’s not religious. It’s not commemorative. It’s not made up. It doesn’t come with any strings attached. There’s no obligation. It’s just a nice, peaceful day to consider all the things … Continue reading
Watercolor Wednesday – Ready for my Closeup
I’m ready for my closeup. Actually, it’s a profile. And I love it. I love myself. I’m the center of the universe after all. And I’m thankful for that. I’m thankful for lots of things. Like YOU. Thanks, pals, for … Continue reading
Posted in Scotties, Terriers, The Scottie Chronicles
Tagged art, dogs, life, Scotties, thanks
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Watercolor Wednesday – A Blue Day
It’s a blue day here at The Scottie Chronicles. And not in a good way. See, it’s mid-term election time and I’m afraid things aren’t boding well. I usually let the peeps handle all this political stuff. ‘Cause I don’t … Continue reading
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