Miko's Adventures

09/06/2026

Miko spent the day with me as I judged at Syracuse Obedience Training Club's (SOTC) scent work trials. Came home, put her in the house, and ran out to the car to grab ONE bag. This took me maybe 30 seconds. By the time I got back inside the kitchen, SOMEONE had nabbed a half a pound of cheese that was set well back on the kitchen counter, and had galloped off into the yard through the dog door to enjoy it.

I charged after her, and lookie see what she gagged up (because she tried to swallow the entire chunk!). Yes, I snagged it and took it away.

Her nickname is 'Naughtina' for a reason.

09/03/2026

Email I sent to Cornell vet school's rehab team this morning:
Hello all,
this clip (literally) brought tears to my eyes - DJ can verify that! His Redness has morphed from being unwilling to be near any vet to absolutely *loving* his rehab team. I am incredibly happy and relieved that he is so happy to visit his friends before his 'spa' UWTM appointments.

I took him in to Urgent Care last week because of a GI upset. The vet and resident told me they were able to do a full exam on him. Full disclosure: I dosed him with tramadol before the visit. That said, his vet GP will attest to the fact that even when sedated, in the past he has invariably been worried, fearful and testy when at the vet's.

Thank you all, and especially DJ, for caring for Toka so incredibly well, and for transforming his UWTM appointments to times of happiness and fun.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Nancy

(CC'd to the new dean of the vet school, too)

Toka - Happiness with his rehab team. Cornell Vet School Sports Med...

09/02/2026

Second run from last night. If nothing else, watch the last 20 seconds. She can move!!

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09/02/2026

At agility class tonight. Thanks, Auntie Abby for running Miko. She had a blast.

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08/31/2026

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08/30/2026

Miss Moops had another outstanding day at Great Barrington KC's scent work trial. 6/6 Q's - and she earned her advanced container and advanced interior titles.

She (as usual) got a ton of compliments about how beautiful she is. I always proudly add 'and she's super smart, too.'

His Redness spent the day lounging in the air conditioned office. He was so quiet and well behaved a couple of people told me 'I didn't realize there was a dog in that crate until you took him out!' Good boy, Toka. He was also super happy to see several of his friends whom he remembered from last year, greeting them with "woo's" and squeaks.

We joined the second Fit Dog walk of the weekend just before dinner (and yep, on the very important topic of dinner, the dogs' meal was enhanced by some yummy chicken, broccoli & cauliflower).

So fortunate to have such great dogs.

08/29/2026

Baby Puppy had a BIG day today. We're in Peru, MA at a 3 day scent work trial.

Today Miko:
Finished her novice HD title
Successfully ran an 800+ yard TDX-like practice track
Played Fetch in the lake
Joined the Friday night Fit Dog Walk
And
Hopped up and put herself to bed. ON the bed. First time she's stayed on furniture for more than 20 seconds. (She's sound asleep - I will be too, after a busy day like this one!)

PS - both dogs quite enjoyed the bit of chicken (from our taco/burrito dinner) that was added ti their dinner. ;)

08/27/2026

Miko started her birthday off by stealing several very ripe plums and enjoying them tremendously. Happy 3rd birthday to my beautiful, brilliant and best imp!

08/26/2026

Miko tracking on Monday. She had a blast!

Cass Park, Ithaca NYVery short grassAged 1/2 hour

08/26/2026

Tracking yesterday. We were at Cass Park. Miko showed her usual intensity when on grass or dirt. We still struggle on pavement. She LOVES this sport.

Cass Park, Ithaca NYVery short grassAged 1/2 hour