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Black as Cinnamon

Sad news

My darling Cindy is now retired. She was having problems with bad arthritis and hip dysplasia. The vet and I agreed after her last x-ray that it would be best for her if we retired her, since I did not want her working when she was in pain. She is back with Guide Dogs in Brisbane. It was a very hard choice for me to make, but I want what's best for her and I felt she would be happier there where she can play with other dogs and maybe go to the beach. My instructor picked Cindy up, which was great because Cindy already knew her and wasn't fretting much. The last I heard she was doing well. I miss her very much. She was an excellent guide dog with a sweet and patient personality. I hope she's having fun and not missing us too much.

Holidays and Cats

Mum took me on a long holiday! I tried to be good, but I really hated being in the car all day. And I didn't even have my proper bed at night! Mum said it's too big to fit in the car or caravan. And I hate the caravan. So cramped! But there were these two cats at one place we stayed at. I got to sniff one, but she wouldn't play with me. Cats are such snobs. She liked Mummy, though. I was jealous.
I'm so happy to be home. My own bed, my own yard, all of my toys, walks to the radio station. Mummy took me to the radio station yesterday and I was so good! I didn't annoy anyone or jump up on them even though I haven't seen them for so long. And I went to the vet and got to talk to the cat. That cat is a bit of a snob as well, but at least she talks to me.

I had to go to the vet today

Mummy took me to the vet today. Our friend T came around and I was really excited because T always gives me lots of attention. He let me get in his car and we drove to the vet. The vet was really nice at first, but then he put something in my ear that hurt. Nasty vet. I made him give me a treat after that. I deserved it! There was another puppy dog there with a hurt leg. I wanted to play with him, but Mummy said I couldn't. We went home and T made me eat some nasty medicine. I'm not talking to him now. I'm not talking to Mum either, because she helped him. Everyone's being nasty to me today!