For Dog Lovers and Viggo Fans — Just Because…

March 14, 2014 |

I’m working my butt off today and I look to my left and I see this? That’s Viggo. He just turned 6-months old on March 12. How could I not share this with my dog-loving friends? Viggo to Kevin: “Keep life simple and enjoy these moments.” At 8-weeks old Viggo barely weighed at 18 pounds.…

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How Do You Hold the “Leash of Leadership?”

November 18, 2013 |

The baby I cradle today is tomorrow’s warrior. Viggo is a Nordic boy’s name meaning “warrior.” The Icelandic variant means “one who lies in a cradle.” Every great warrior — even Alexander the Great — was cradled. This 8-week old puppy is no different. He’s a Leonberger. He could top out at 140-150 pounds in 2-3 years. I won’t be a match…

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Take a Dog’s Lead and Take a Pause

March 4, 2013 |

As I was putting the final touches on that last blog post, I noticed my dog leaning against my backpack penetrating me with this dreamy look.  That “look” that says, “I’m exactly where I want to be — right here with you.” Kiai (key-eye) walks, smells and marks with me to work almost everyday.  That roundtrip from…

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Leonberger Connection made in French Lick

June 8, 2012 |

Mark Greene and I never met in person until today in French Lick, Indiana.  The first thing he did was show me a picture of his dog.  I think FaceBook was the trigger.  Right, Mark?  That was a special moment.  This is not just any dog.  It’s a rare dog and Mark has had three of these dogs like…

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