d e m a N g o D A e i k n Fra Karen Sturtevant
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or people who love dogs, crouching down on their level and covering their fur with pats is second nature. Our personal dogs are treated with kisses, ear scratches, and belly rubs. I'm no dog psychologist or behaviorist, just a gal who is crazy about canines. When I made the offer of pet sitting services, I knew I'd interact with a range of temperaments. In my short tenure (CritterCareVt. com) there hasn't been a dog, cat, snake, hedgehog, or chicken who didn't allow my indulgence of spoiling them with touches and tickles—until I met Frankie. Maggie and John have three dogs–a mix of little and big, goofy and serious. All adopted. All very fortunate and loved. Over the next few months, we had multiple conversations and a meet and greet on a cold, windy day. Frankie was special. He wasn’t like other dogs. I needed to understand. John, Frankie’s dad, was the only person who Frankie allowed
26 4 Legs & a Tail
Summer 2022
