DogBlog and a FrogLog

I'm considering starting a frog count on the side bar over here. Our walks usually start at the end of Fairway Drive, and so the first thing we do is pause at the first pond and check for frogs. Today, we saw five frogs, and an egg mass.

Frog and Family

Chloe's owner says that dogs are a great help against depression, and I fully agree. I will extend that idea to any pet. My cats' veterinarian once voiced the opinion that if everyone would just get two kittens, the world would need a lot less anti-depressant medication. Chloe is MoriDog #39.

Chloe

Teddy isn't an official service dog,  but that doesn't stop him from performing a service. His owner's auntie has lost a leg, and Teddy helps her every day with his sunny disposition, darling "fox face," and the natural smile so well known in Pomeranians. Teddy and Chloe (above) are half-siblings, and their owners are related, too. Teddy is MoriDog # 40.

Teddy

Luna knows Barney already--he passes by her house every day. Barney tried to engage Luna in play at the beach today, but she politely declined. She can be so aloof! Barney is one lucky dog.  This is his third and forever home, which was already a rough start for him. His current family had only had him a little while when it became clear that something was wrong. It was first thought to be kennel cough, but a sharp veterinarian suggested that he be sedated and examined more completely. It turns out that Barney had swallowed a string which had wrapped itself around the base of his tongue and become imbedded. Barney's story reminds us all that many household items can be dangerous to dogs. I once heard a rule of thumb: "If it's dangerous for a child under 3, don't let your dog have access to it." I would apply that rule double for retrievers, because after all, they have been bred for the specific purpose of putting things in their mouths. Happily,  MoriDog #41 has made a complete recovery.

Barney