A perfect storm is brewing to thwart my efforts to restore Pettigrew's stomach: Pettigrew's belief that he in entitled to people food paired with my husband's eagerness to see a cure when Pettigrew is merely having a good day.
Author: authorpolk
I live in the suburbs of Washington, DC with my dog, husband, and two sons. I teach environmental education and am a librarian. I also write children's books and hope to be published one day. In the meantime, I blog about the crazy things my dog Pettigrew does.
In Sickness & In Health
Pettigrew did not think my having the flu was a good reason to disrupt our walking routine. It turns out he was right.
The Princess Di Rule
In my early 20s I developed the Princess Di Rule. It has been a helpful principle ever since for dealing with adversity.
Oh A Traveling We Will Go
A fellow blogger described taking a trip with his reactive dog Angst Hase on Siggles on Board. At the end he asked for comments about trips others have taken with their dogs. It made me think … and remember. While Pettigrew loves the car, we don’t take him many places. In the beginning, he was … Continue reading Oh A Traveling We Will Go
Baby It’s Cold Outside
My son usually wears flip flops when he walks Pettigrew. Last night he put on shoes and socks. It really must be cold!
Home Alone
Pettigrew rules the roost when we go out of town. He makes sure everything is just the way he likes it.
An Unnatural Dog?
Pettigrew is not a fan of NFL Sundays among other things.
Pettigrew Persists: Honoring An Indomitable Spirit
Despite two months of a bland diet, Pettigrew's undaunted in his hopes for more. After all, food is the spice of life!
When Pettigrew Put His Paw Down
What's a dog to do when his family goes too far? Pettigrew takes matters into his own capable paws.
Pettigrew’s Pals: A Reactive Dog Makes Friends
During my school years, my friends were people with whom I had classes or shared the same extracurriculars. As a single twenty something my new friends came from my work and roommates. And then as a young mother, it was largely through my boys’ activities that I met other parents. Now it's Pettigrew who serves … Continue reading Pettigrew’s Pals: A Reactive Dog Makes Friends
Ruth Polk 