Susie decided she needed to take further steps to try to reform her little dog; she hadn't realized yesterday that the only outcome of surrendering him was euthanizing him because of biting. In her heart of hearts I think she feared it, but hoped they would give him to a family with no small children. No way.

So she called me today to tell me that she was hiring a dog trainer to work with them both - giving him a last hour reprieve. Yesterday was the wake-up call she needed. Training will be for herself and anyone who works with the dig in how to handle him and keep him in control if he feels aggressive. He can be the most charming little guy - I know she loves having a dog with her, and the scale of this dog is right for her, so I wish them both success and will do what I can to help. He is good with me because I make him behave. That's what she needs to learn.

On other matters, today we had a good rain. My veggie garden always benefits. I've been seeing pests, so I need to be diligent to keep all of my plants happy and producing. I'll do what I can in the evenings after work, and I'm taking Friday off so I have a long weekend. It's into the garden for more weeding and pest control. I saw a lovely pepper this evening - I'll find an excuse to pick it and cook it in the next couple of days. :)

SRS