Our Dogs

Canine Family

As Star Trek FANatics, after our first dog Mutley we decided on a Star Trek name theme. Currently our family consists of Jaylah; 7 year old imported Entlebucher Mountain Dog, Risa; 5 year old Entlebucher Mountain Dog, and Geordi; almost 2-1/2 year old Entlebucher Mountain Dog.

Kira (2005 pictured right with Mom on the left) was my mom's faithful companion. Kira made mom so happy~ they were inseparable. When my mom passed away in 2016, we couldn't imagine Kira going to live with anyone else, she was family too. So she lived the rest of her life with us. We consider ourselves the best breed fit/match for Working and Herding breeds. Respect to all terrier lovers, we are not "terrier" people. It was not the easiest transition but with patience and humor our family reintegrated successfully. Mom and Kira had such a close bond; we know they are happy and together again!

When we welcomed Jaylah, Kira's purpose became crystal clear. Kira was the perfect size, tough but fair, a great babysitter, playmate, and friend for the energetic, busy puppy. It's funny how things have a way of working out if you stay open to the possibilities.

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Just A Dog

From time to time, people tell me, "lighten up, it's just a dog," or, "that's a lot of money for just a dog". They don't understand the distance traveled, time spent, or costs involved for "just a dog.

Some of my proudest moments have come about with "just a dog. Many hours have passed and my only company was "just a dog," but I did not once feel slighted. Some of my saddest moments have been brought about by "just a dog," and in those days of darkness, the gentle touch of "just a dog" gave me comfort and reason to overcome the day.

If you, too, think it's "just a dog," then you will probably understand phrases like; "just a friend," "just a sunrise," or "just a promise".

"Just a dog" brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy. "Just a dog" brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better person. Because of "just a dog", I will rise early, take long walks and look longingly to the future. So for me and folks like me, it's not "just a dog" but an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of the moment.

"Just a dog" brings out what's good in me and diverts my thoughts away from myself and the worries of the day. I hope that someday they can understand that it's not "just a dog", but that which gives me humanity and keeps me from being "just a man or woman". So the next time you hear the phrase "just a dog" just smile... because they "just don't understand".
Author: Richard Biby