Let Me Count the Ways

Hi!  It's me....Murphy!

I'm barking with excitement because not only did I celebrate my second birthday after we celebrated Thanksgiving.....but Christmas is everywhere!   In my house.  Around my neighborhood and even my favorite Pediatricians [vet] office!  

I'm sure many of you know my Griffin.   Griffin is my boyfriend.   I have a lot of boys that are my friends.....but Griffin has my whole heart!   My humans told me that in my fan mail [I don't know what that means but I was excited!] a human asked if Griffin and I were brother and sister.   Pack Leader answered that though we look very much like brother and sister....we are not related.   Griffin and I have been besties ever since we were fluffanutters!    Griffin has a birthday coming up on Christmas day!!    He will turn two...just like me!

Griffin loves to show off his stack!   Oh, and his new Tartan collar with matching bowtie!


 

When Griffin and I have playdates we like to relax side by side.   Sometimes Griffin chases me when I am retrieving the tennis ball.   And when he gets the ball he runs big circles around and around and super fast!    But then he walks over to me and gently gives me the ball.   Or I just take it right out of his mouth.

Other times Griffin doesn't chase me he waits until the ball drops on the ground and with one swoop he grabs the ball and flops down on the ground.  Usually on his back.   He likes to show off!    I walk over to him and wait patiently [not always] for him to give me the ball.   Or I just take it right out of his mouth.

We are like peas and carrots.   I'm so happy when we have playdates that my humans need to spell his name because whenever I hear GRIFFIN.....I go barking crazy!     Athena still supervises our playdates like any big sister would do for her little brother.   But at times Athena finds a stick or pinecone to play with or chew on and that's when Griffin and I find the mistletoe!

I can't count on my two front paws including my two back paws how much I love my Griffin!    I hope his humans never ever move away from the DC metro area.   It would break my Golden heart.



Trying to be patient.

Trying.......

Step #1.  Ask sweetly for the ball   Step #2. Give him a second chance.   Step #3. Take the ball.

Always settle a barkument with a little love.

Or a special birthday cake!

 

Let me count the ways.......   oh, Griffin!   
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Griffin and me!



She's Golden

Hi it's me.....Murphy!   It has been a long time since I've posted on my blog.   But my Forever Human is going to post her writing assignment.   This post is about someone very special.   This special human gets two paws up from me!!  




   Okay, I'm going to write about someone who isn't considered "famous" but is treasured by many people. She has done many amazing things in her life that make a difference in the world. Consider her an Angel of the dog world. Jessie Pickard. Lets first talk about Jessie's life. She lives in Northern Virginia with her husband, Dan. Jessie owns three wonderful, cuddly, fluffy, Golden Retrievers! We will get to them later. Now, when she was growing up she loved (and owned) many special dogs. A little heart-warming note from her, and I quote "My family always had dogs as I was growing up but the first one I ever adopted on my own was when I was in college, I was about 20 years old. She was an 11 month old Golden Retriever named Annie. She will always be my heart dog and is the reason I started direct rescue." Aww, how sweet!  Turns out Jessie  had fostered more than 30 dogs before Annie turned 17!!

    She started fostering dogs for a association called Sooner Golden Retriever Rescue (SGGR) when she lived in Oklahoma, right after she adopted Annie in 1995. When she moved to Maryland in 1999, she began working with Golden Retriever Rescue and Training (GRREAT). Jessie became their adoption coordinator that same year, so she was their coordinator for about 18 years. I asked Jessie if she has help working with dogs with disabilities (another great thing she does, wow :D). She told me there is a lot of people who care, and that she works with several of them, including Dan (her husband). Jessie also works with many special vets, such as: chiropractors, acupuncturists, and ophthalmologists. They also have a "Vet Tech" who helps take care of the pets mid-day. As me and Murphy know Jessie coordinates the Swim Club where dogs come out to swim and dive.   

  So, I bet you were waiting to hear about her dogs, yeah I'm exited to write about them.   She has 3 Golden poofs..... Molly, Stevie, and my love bug Odie. Molly is a little stinker, if you can quickly grab her favorite blue or pink swim bumper, consider yourself lucky. Molly is paralyzed in her two back legs, but that doesn't stop the dog version of sonic. Molly fights through her leg issue like a champ, as does Jessie taking care of her. She's also a model, OO LA LA! Then there's Stevie, my nickname for her "Boop." Stevie is a cute, bubbly, Golden. She is blind, but that doesn't take away from her loving personality or her ability to swim!  Then there's my love bug, Odie. He is a handsome red-gold Golden. With a spunky personality.  He was surrendered by previous owners.  Odie couldn't be in a better home with the Pickard's.   Odie despises cats, I mean like really dislikes cats. But he loves me.   (insert smile) 

  Jessie is my inspiration.... but who is hers? Well, she said her inspiration has always been her mother. I quote "Her worth ethic combined with her kindness and fun-loving personality are how I want to live my life." You can check that off your bucket list Jessie, you turned out to be exactly that!  But like me, she also gets inspired by the small acts of kindness other people show.

  A Genie asked Jessie if she had one wish....what would that wish be?! (me being the Genie of course)  Jessie's Wish: That people would act the same way they talk.  I feel the same way. Here's what she told me "It's easy to say you're outraged by cruelty, or feel pity for a hurt or neglected animal or praise that someone volunteers, but I wish someone would actually do something about it."  Just so you know, there are so, so, many ways to help donate, volunteer, participate or be an advocate. 

 Of course, like many people, she despises seeing cruelty, neglect, or willful ignorance. The thing about her job is she has to push through her emotions, because her job is to stop these things! She says the best parts of her job are "seeing the light and happiness in a rescued dog's eyes and being a part of the reason they are thriving, especially those dogs that have bigger challenges than most." Another reason is her being a part of a community of amazing people. Basically everyone who works with her!
 
  Well, what did we learn today? I told you all about someone who I admire, but why? Humans often look up to people who have special talents and skills. But, when you think about it, some people are doing things that impact the world, and they aren't acknowledge enough. I feel like that's not fair, and we should appreciate people like Jessie. Tell Murphy if you want to see more posts like this one and have a pawesome day.  ~Forever Human

Isn't Odie so handsome in his blue swim towel turtleneck!

Miss Molly rolling in the grass after swim club!

Here I am with Jessie and Stevie!
 

What's been doggone going on?!

Hello!   It's me....Murphy!   
I know it's been a very long time - but in dog words it's been so doggone long since I posted in my blog.  Well, I don't have any thumbs to type so I must wait for a certain human to type for me.   And she's been busy.  That's what she tells me.

I have been busy too!    Ever since summer I have been enjoying time with my friends at our weekly puppy playdates and I even met a new little friend.  Her name is Riley!   She's super cute and my humans are doggone crazy about her!
Riley is a special blend of breeds and has the biggest personality.   I believe one day Riley will wear a tiara because she's so cute and friendly!  

I've been swimming as often as I can drag my humans to the water!    Actually my humans love swimming, but they can't dock dive like I can!    That's my new addiction.   If there's a bumper and water deep enough for me to jump into - I will focus on nothing else.    Eye of the tiger, baby....eye of the tiger!


My Love Giver has been working on his training so he can train me.  Pack Leader is learning the rules too, but this is Love Giver and my sport.   He says it's nothing like playing football....but I don't know about that....I just know he throws the bumper far and I can jump out and retrieve it.    Dock Diving is the best thing next to eating something you're not suppose to eat!   INVIGERATING!   EXCITING!!   A MAD BARKING TIME!!!

I still go to Swim Club on Sunday's with my other friends and of course my love Griffin comes too!   Swim Club is a lot of fun and very good exercise for me.   It keeps me in good condition. And it wears me out.   That's what my humans tell me anyway.   All I know is....it's water....water and more water fun for me!!


We moved to a new house.  It's not far from my other territory and I still have the same great walking trails to sniff out squirrels.  I still watch the big giant gray birds fly in the air - the ones that make a lot of noise and carry humans on them.   I'll never get tired of watching an Air Bus fly over the rooftop.   And at our new house we have a trail that connects from our backyard.  And guess what I discovered?!    Chipmunks!   Lots and lots of those chubby little squeaky critters that run around scampering something from the ground and stuffing their cheeks.  I'm amazed at how much they can fit in those little mouths!   I tried stuffing a sock, actually two socks in my mouth to see what if was like to be a chipmunk and it wasn't the most comfortable feeling.  I'd rather stuff a tennis ball in my mouth to be honest with you.

Forever Human is at a new school this year and she is very busy with homework and school activities.   But she still makes our special time together as she whispers in my ear "I'll love you forever Murphy"....and I'll love her forever.  <3


Pack Leader is planning on continuing my training for therapy.  She says it's important to continue learning, just like humans do.   If that's the case she better learn how to throw a bumper farther than she does now!   My dogness I'm a water warrior not a leisurely synchronized princess!   

Happy Autumn to all my four legged friends!   As they say at Swim Club....release the hounds!!!!


                                                   Until next time,
                                                         Woofs,
                                                        Murphy

*Me and my Griffy*

 

 

*This is my new friend Riley* 

*Fun at the vineyard dock*

 

 

                                                          I'm somewhere in there!
   

Dear Sassy Cat

Dear Sassy Cat,

I have been looking for you around the house.  I watched the humans remove your litter box and your fancy food dishes.  I'm very confused.   Forever Human has been sad.  Her eyes are leaking - a lot.   I sit with her as she hides her face in my fur.   I'm very confused.   Pack Leader has been quiet.   Love Giver has been quiet.  But sometimes I hear them whispering.   I recognize your name.  Sassy Cat.

I know I haven't always been nice.   I sat on you.   I tried to eat your fancy salmon kibble.   I also bothered you while you were sleeping on your favorite side of the couch.   I barked at you to wake up and play with me.   But I only did that once because I saw your sharp fangs and Pack Leader said "NO!".    

I'm very confused.

In the mornings I wait for you to tell me it's time for breakfast.
In the afternoon I wait for you to tell me it's time for lunch.
In the evening I wait for you to get your nighttime snack - but I can't find you.

After Pack Leader takes me out to potty you were always waiting at the top of the steps for me.
I can't find you.

You were getting older.   You were not feeling well.

I'm a dog and I don't understand what happened.  So I just sit and listen to our humans tell me you went over the Rainbow Bridge.      But I still look for you.

I don't know when I'll stop looking around the house for you.

I'm very confused.

All I know is that I miss you very much.

Murphy

Sassy Cat

My Nose Knows

Hi there!   It's me......Murphy!    It has been forever since I've posted on my adventures!   
I hope you all remember me!


My nose works overtime.  This is what I hear a lot.    My humans, other humans, my obedience trainer, my neighbor, even those nice humans at my pediatricians office say that my nose never stops working!       My humans were given information to read and it has to do with dogs noses.   Tracking.  I have no idea what tracking is......but Pack Leader told Love Giver my nose goes on and on when we are walking on the trail.   I don't know what my nose knows.  But I do know this.....my nose knows there is usually something interesting or smelly or both!      Apparently, we Retrievers use our noses overtime!
I'm not going to do any tracking, but my nose does lead me to some things I'm not suppose to investigate.    Like Skunk odor.   My, oh, my that smell is fabuliciously interesting!    Pack Leader tells me to "leave it"  (a lot) because she doesn't want us to tangle with a Skunk.    I don't think tangling is what I would do.....I just want to get a closer look smell at whatever a Skunk leaves behind.   Behind.   BOL!

I'm sixteen months.    And for the first time EVER my nose got me in big trouble!      Pack Leader was cooking chicken.    And I was quietly relaxing on my cozy big dog bed.     Not for cats.   Dogs only.     But something caught my noses attention.    Something very mouth-watering.   Unlike the odor that comes from Skunk.....this scent was full of herbs and juices.   I remembered this smell once before.    When we were having Easter lunch at Deep Creek Lake.    A Chef at Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant was grilling something with the same smell.    I wasn't permitted to have any of the smell-good-whatever, but my humans were eating it.  And they were smiling, so I knew it had to be good.          And then it happened.    Pack Leader walked from the deck to the kitchen and sat a large white plate on the table.    She forgot to tell me to "leave it", so I just thought it wasn't off limits.      My nose began to sniff and take in the wonderful unlike skunk scent.   Large strands of drool came from my mouth.    I couldn't resist anymore.    I went in for the kill.   Or should I say, I went in for the retrieve.   I rarely hear Pack Leader scream.   Her scream sounded as if the stinky Skunk was visiting us in the kitchen!    
And there I was.    A rather large chicken breast sticking from my mouth.    Drool and Jamaican Jerk blended together.    I didn't know if I should just swallow the whole piece of chicken or to drop it and give her the look of guilt.   You know, the cute one.   The look you give when you just ate the top off a flip-flop.    You know it's wrong to sit on Sassy Cat but you do it anyway and then give the look.  
This time.....the look didn't work.   Plus I had the slimy chicken in my mouth while I was cornered.   Oh, bother.    I tried.   

Needless to say I drank a lot of water that night.  Jamaican Jerk is salty and very spicy.      I searched for Forever Human to love on me and tell me everyone makes mistakes.          Nah, I knew exactly what my nose wanted!      I broke the rules.    

Sometimes when Pack Leader is in the kitchen and I'm following her,  she will give me that look.   I believe she's using her energy to say "Jamaican Jerk".     I turn my head in shame.    BOL!    Do you actually believe that?!        I turn away waiting for her to FORGET again!  

Rule #101 for human:   No plates unsupervised.
Rule #101 for dog:        Lay low.


I had such a great time at Deep Creek Lake!    We spent spring break there and it was the best lake vacation I have ever had!     The weather was perfect, the water was mine all mine and Forever Human was home from school for eight great days!   

My life.

With Love Giver.

Me and Forever Human.

Dock Diving break.

Cozy Fireside Chat.

I missed my friends back home.   It was time for a puppy play date!

 

We've been like peas&carrots since I was just 8 weeks old. 

But this.....I'm not having it!   Oh, Sassy Cat!!

Until next time!

Woofs,

Murphy

Meet PorkChop ~ featured pet friend

Meet PorkChop.    No...PorkChop isn't made of pork!    PorkChop  is an Olde English Bulldogge.  Olde English Bulldogge's are courageous, strong and loving.  This loving Bulldogge lives in the Lone Star state with his humans.    Though PorkChop is very special to each one of his humans, he's greatly important to one of his little humans.   PorkChop is her service dog.   If she is having a rough moment....PorkChop knows exactly what to do as a service dog. It takes a lot of work to become a certified service dog, and we are all so proud of PorkChop!    PorkChop is one pretty amazing dog!  Not to mention very handsome!      

Isn't this just the sweetest?!

It's obvious PorkChop has a silly side too!   Oh, PorkChop!

When PorkChop has free time,  he enjoys chewing his Himalayan chews, playing fetch, and go on work trips.   PorkChop celebrated his birthday at a cool place called Buc-ee's!  He even got a beaver stuffie!     His momma human tells me that his favorite stuffies are super small stuffed animals.   And that PorkChop takes very good care not to destroy his stuffies.    That makes me feel bad because I decapitate all my stuffies heads.   Good boy PorkChop!   Pack Leader is really impressed!

PorkChop and his little humans.   Not only is PorkChop's family beautiful, they are a perfect fit together.    PorkChop has his humans - and they have him to love unconditionally.  Isn't wonderful to have that kind of bond with your furfriend?!

I never met PorkChop....yet.  Forever Human and PorkChop's little humans are pen-pals!  So that makes me PorkChop's furfriend too!          Maybe one of these days I may need to make a trip to Texas and get a big kiss from PorkChop!    BOL!    Keep up the good work PorkChop!!    

Follow PorkChop on his Facebook page:     Unofficial: PorkChop     

*Autism Speaks   autismspeaks.org    

*Get involved National Autism Awareness       autism-society.org    

What's with sassy cats?

This is Sassy Cat.   But her real name is September Moon.   She was adopted by my humans nine years ago from a Maine Coon Cat rescue in Pennsylvania.   Sassy Cat, as I like to call her was very sick when my humans brought her to their new home.    She wasn't taken care of by the other humans who owned her.   But it didn't take long for September Sassy Cat to become a very healthy, happy and sassy feline! 

September Moon is a Maine Coon who is very sassy.

I've learned cats like to sleep a lot during the day.   I'm still trying to figure that out.   Why would you waste all that perfect time not playing outside retrieving tennis balls or swimming?    I try to share my tennis ball with her.   But she turns her nose up in the air or looks for the humans.   I think she's telling on me for something I didn't do!

And since this sassy feline I just happen to share my humans and house with likes to stay awake at night......she sometimes wakes Pack Leader up by making this annoying meow that sounds more like "moooom".    Pack Leader tells Sassy Cat "not now"....and then Sassy Cat will plop down on my humans bed and swat her tail back and forth with pure satisfaction.   

A cat doesn't even sleep normal.   They twist their heads under their legs or tail.  They sometimes hide their faces so you can't tell which end is which.   And just when I go in for the sniff.....wap!

Sassy Cat doesn't have play dates like we dogs do.    When I come home from playing at the dog park she walks passed me and curls her back up.   Sometimes I can hear the humans asking her "does Murphy smell like a dog?"    Of course I do!   I AM a DOG!

Cat's have these private moments in this odd looking box with a lid.   Sassy Cat sneaks very slowly into the laundry room like James Bond.   The only way I know she goes into this "off limits" room is because I can hear her scratching after she is finished doing whatever it is she is doing.    I just know there is something I am NOT permitted to eat and that is Kitty Crunchies.    Never ever am I to try these morsels that other dogs have told me about.    I'm feeling cheated because I can't open the laundry room door.     And I can't fit through a cat door.   

My humans prefer it that way.  

Today, Sassy Cat was sleeping in the dryer.   How I know this is because Pack Leader was standing in the forbidden room where the odd box is located.   I heard Pack Leader ask Sassy Cat if she was warm and that she could stay there for a few more minutes.   What?!   First of all....those towels are MINE.   Second of all....if I curled up in the dryer I would not be permitted to stay on the warm cozy towels THAT ARE MINE to take a nap.   And I would probably get stuck in the dryer because I'm not exactly cat size.   

Sassy Cat had about a fifteen minute cat nap before my human lovingly scooped her up and kissed Miss Sassy on the head and put her down on the floor.   Sassy Cat did her yoga stretch and then sashayed up the stairs to take over a big pink pillow which just happens to be on my favorite humans bed!   Forever Human!!

Cats have sharp nails.

Sassy Cat likes to announce when it's dinner time for both of us.   I like that.   We get fed at the exact same time so I always like Sassy Cats timing.   We have breakfast, lunch and dinner.   And if Sassy Cat remembers.....she will chirp at bedtime for her "nighttime hunting food" and I get an extra organic peanut butter treat!     Sassy's nighttime hunting food is her kibble that is hidden around the house in special cat toys so she can go on a nighttime hunt.   Apparently, cats like to hunt at night.   Again...a total waste of perfect daylight.   

We both like when the UPS man delivers our Chewy.com goodies!   And I like when Sassy Cat jumps in the box.  If only I could find the packaging tape and ship her out!  

I think I would miss September my Sassy Cat.  

Before I was even born, Sassy Cat lived with other dogs.  She lived with two German Shepherds and one Golden Retriever.  She must have missed them when they went over the Rainbow Bridge.  When I was eight weeks old, I came to live with my humans.   And one very Sassy Cat.   But I'm glad she is my Sassy Cat.  She's very smart.  Her favorite thing to do is curl up on our humans laps or their shoulders.   She also likes to chase her laser light.       Sassy Cat likes to look out the window with me in the morning after our breakfast.   And when Love Giver leaves for work, we both look out the window while watching him roll away on the black metal thing with circles. 

And then....when she least expects it.....I jump up to pounce!    I hear a hiss and a very loud MEOW and by the time I can pounce.....Pack Leader firmly tells me to "LEAVE IT!".

I'm always getting caught!   One of these days.....I'm going to get Sassy Cat to pounce on me and then Pack Leader will yell "no, no, naughty cat!".   

I'll certainly try because I've never heard those words - yet!

Until next time,
Woofs,
Murphy!

Livin' La Vida ..... Nugget?! ~ Featured Pet Friend

Meet Chicken Nugget.   He's not made of chicken and definitely not edible.  But he's kissable and super cute!   Nugget is part of my pack.  And he's very popular!

Nugget once roamed the streets of Puerto Rico with his two sisters before being rescued.   They believe he's part Beagle and Sato.  Nugget is said to be eleven months old.  I don't care how old Nugget is - he is such a lover! 

Chicken Nugget was named by his little humans.   What is it with little humans and their love of chicken nuggets?    BOL!   Nugget loves to run and play chase with his human sisters and playing with his chew toys.     Nugget enjoys his Bully Sticks and the occasional "slip" of food under the table.   Oh, Nugget I'm heading to your house!

This is Nugget with Griffin during our puppy play dates.   I think they are coming up with a plan to tackle Kodi!

I call Nugget the Ricky Martin of the dog world.  He's very suave and the girls just love him!   Nugget dances runs across the park with such confidence like everyone is watching him.  And they are!    Don't ya just love how we all blend together with our golden fur?   

I don't know what Nuggets life was like before he was rescued along with his sisters.   I don't know what life would be like having someone not want you.   But I do know that Ricky Martin Chicken Nugget is in the best home ever!   He's now surrounded by love and security.   He's taken care of like all dogs should be taken care of.   I'm so happy he's part of my pack!!

Your the greatest Nugget!   Now if only Pack Leader would stop singing "Livin' La Vida....."

Until next time,

Woofs,

Murphy

*For more information regarding the Soto Project - visit their website at:      thesatoproject.org  

Meet Kodi ~ Featured Pet Friend

   
This is Kodiak.  But you can call him Kodi!    He's my friend.  Kodi is a Leonberger.  A Leonberger or "Leo's" are a giant breed from Germany.  According to legend...the Leo was bred as a "symbolic dog" that would mimic the lion on the town crest.   I don't know about any lions...but Kodi is a big cuddly teddy bear and as sweet as candy!  Leonberger's are known for their hard work and loyalty to their owners.  They are brave and intelligent.    



Kodi is part of my puppy-pup play group that meets once a week.   Kodi is our only Leonberger and he certainly stands out.  He's quite the flirt.   But Kodi's heart belongs to Athena (Golden Retriever), which just happens to be Griffin's sister.

If you ask his humans they say Kodi is a sweetheart of a dog, calm - even for a pup!  He loves to play tug-of-war with anyone who's interested.   His human momma (whom I'll call Mrs. Sky because she flies in big airplanes when she's working) tells me Kodi likes to lay on the floor looking at her pathetically.   I believe it's because he loves Mrs. Sky.  

Kodi's favorite treats are Bully Sticks, a Kong filled with cheese then frozen for a frosty treat and his doggy food.  He apparently loves food!    It's okay Kodi....you're a growing boy!

Kodi has passed his Canine Good Citizen and is currently in a novice training program for agility.  Next...how to be a therapy dog!     You go Kodi!!    

Keeping my paws crossed one day Kodi and I will work together in therapy!!

 Athena & Kodi

  Kodi...you're so handsome!

Be sure to stop by my Facebook page for more fun pictures of Kodi and my pack of friends!

Until next time,

Woofs,

Murphy

My Job

Hi it's me....Murphy!    It's been a very long time since Pack Leader put my thoughts onto paper.  I've been busy-busy-busy.   From playdates with my friends to visiting human family and friends - my time is put to good use!     I love being with my friends.   I get so excited when Pack Leader grabs my backpack (she tries to be very quiet while packing it with tennis balls and my water bottle) but I know exactly what that means - it means I'm going out for a barking good time!    I also love being with humans.   When I meet new humans I go flat on my back for belly rubs.   My tail never stops wagging.   I listen to these humans talk with my humans.....and when I hear them say how pretty and sweet I am.....it makes me think of what my job is.   That is to make you happy.


My humans are the best humans.  But all my friends tell me that their humans are the best, so we agree - we all have the best humans!
And because I love my humans each day like it's the first time I've ever met them....it is also my job to make sure they are taken care of too.   

Take my Forever Human.   I listen to her.  She continues to whisper "I'll love you forever" and though she can't hear me....I'm whispering back "but I'll love you all my days".

I'm always available to give kisses when needed.   Like Miss Tori needed after a ruff day at the medical office.   Miss Tori loves me.   And I love her.   She can't hear me say so, but when she sees my tail thumping against the sidewalk - she knows.

When Pack Leader lost her friend "Treat Momma" ( my Monster & Franks momma) I was there to dry Pack Leaders tears.  When humans are grieving -  dogs understand.   I could hear her heart breaking.  I would follow Pack Leader around the house.   I would curl up beside her when she was sitting quietly in a room.  I wanted her to know that I was there for her.

And I will always be there for my Monster & Frank.  We all miss Treat Momma.  So very much.

I will always take care of my humans.  I may not have the gusto of a German Shepherd, but I have the love and devotion to give to my humans.   I sometimes find myself grabbing their socks or the TV remote....but if they could only hear my thoughts - they would know my reason for grabbing such things.   Okay, sometimes I'm just so barking excited I can't help myself and the item nearest to me goes in my mouth.  (I learned it's not a good idea to grab Sassy Cat)   You will never go without my love.  My wet kisses.    When I look into your eyes I can see your soul.    Can you see mine?   

This is my job. 

Until next time,

Woofs,

Murphy

Happy New Year!