Faithful Companions

Greetings, fellow pet lovers. I am the Pet Nanny and I am so honored to bring you another heart warming story about the pets I care for and how they enhance our lives. I met Jack – a Golden Retriever Lab mix –, Simon – a very rambunctious Labrador – and Winston – a bold black Labrador – one sunny afternoon along a fence line. They greeted me with robust barking and a frenzy of wagging tails.

Their owner explained they love to play fetch, and – after I greeted them – I began throwing their toy. Jack was usually the retriever of toys – while Simon crouched like a cat in anticipation of Jack bringing the toy back to me. Winston was the referee. If Simon wouldn't allow Jack to bring me the toy- Winston stepped in, and he redirected Simon.

These dogs are to be commended for their obedience training. Each dog has an area of the kitchen they eat in and when you give the command- Go to your room; they go to their respective places and sit while I prepare their food. I put their bowls down in front of each dog and give the command – okay to eat. Like a fine tuned symphony they start munching.

Their owner had some extremely difficult surgeries this year and these guys stayed dutifully by her bedside for days on end. Like faithful guardians they accompanied her every time she needed to leave her bedside. Jack was especially keen on sensing when her balance was off and amazingly acted as her guide even though he has never had guide dog training.

I never cease to wonder at the love and devotion our dear pets lavish on us without expecting anything in return. Praise your pets today for loving you.

Blessings,

The Pet nanny

Daphne's contact information can be found in the pet section on page 6.