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

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