Speck

"My mom blogs a lot. I sit in the window near the computer. I keep the evil squirrel invaders away. When I am not napping , of course."
Speck in the Window

Speck

"Mom won't let, let me put my paws on the white leather bar stools. I figured I could get a pass on the metal rungs. Gotta love me."

Speck Under the Chair

The Golden Calf

This is Speck, my 4 year old dapple Dachshund rescue. Handsome, isn't he? I love him so much, I call him the Golden Calf. Ok, I said it. He has been a great therapy dog for our family. His prescene in our home has helped ease the pain of grief we feel from losing our Boxer, Gabby.  He loves me the most. Of course, dogs love the mommy because most of the care taking is done by her. They complain that he loves me more, but I clip his toenails, give him his monthly meds, take him to the vet, clean his vomit, walk him at the school baseball field and yes,express his anal glands. I win.

Canine Obssesions

Thing 2 and I volunteer at a local rescue organization for dogs. We love it. We have a slogan, "Don't Shop, Adopt." If you are looking for a dog, contact me first. I can probably find you the perfect one.

My First K9 as an Adult

This is Gabby. RIP. She was our faithful servant for 11 1/2 years. We miss her so much. She passed away in November, 2011.  It feels like yesterday when I drove all the way to Mississippi to get her.  Thing 2 was only 3 1/2 years old. The fam still begs me for another for another Boxer, but I am too tired and old to raise and train another one. I told Mr. Goodwrench (hubby) he could get another one when he retires and has time to run the thing around the block everyday. Hmmmm, I wonder if he would be willing express anal glands?