Over the years, I’ve fallen over many times while walking Flossie and also my previous dog, Dotty.  Sometimes dramatically. My most spectacular tumble was with

Sometimes, when I’m out and about with Flossie, there are mishaps.  The other day, we were making our way along the pavement in a fairly

This year has produced a bumper crop of blackberries. Flossie and I still pass hedgerows crammed with fruit every day, although they are now past

I have one extreme phobia. It doesn’t bother me generally because I rarely need to encounter it in the UK. So, I didn’t expect to

Sometimes, something happens when I’m walking Flossie that really makes my day. Flossie is an anxious dog. It’s a long story. She didn’t have the

Because Flossie and I walk around our neighbourhood every day, over time, we’ve accumulated many people we nod, wave and chat to. These aren’t just

When you’re a dog owner you find yourself having to deal with some unpleasant substances, namely, different types of poo. This is particularly the case

One of the hazards of walking around our local area is that Flossie finds some interesting and occasionally unsavoury items. This can be a problem

Flossie witnesses my middle age brain fog on a regular basis. I like to think she’s non-judgemental, but I’m not entirely sure. The other day,

When you’re a dog owner, the signs of spring are not indicated solely by glimpses of fresh blossom and new buds. It’s uplifting to hear

As Valentine’s Day has now been and gone, I find myself wondering if dogs experience romance.  Flossie is generally not that friendly towards dogs she

Over the years I’ve had several encounters with cows on walks. I’m always wary and will walk miles to circumnavigate them.  Once, Flossie and I

Flossie and I enjoy meeting the locals when we’re out walking.  We’ve built up a diverse collection of people who we nod, wave and chat

When you walk a dog in all weathers it’s essential to wear the right footwear. I have trainers for the warmer months, walking boots for

There’s been a murder. And I’m afraid Flossie was the perpetrator.  A couple of weeks ago, we were walking through one of our usual fields

Flossie and I have been adjusting to normal life again after our holiday. I had a wonderful week in France with family and friends. Flossie

Last week I left Flossie overnight with a stranger. It wasn’t as dramatic as it sounds. I’m going on holiday next month for the first

A couple of weeks ago, I found myself face down on the pavement while Flossie and I were out walking. It had been raining, so

Recently, I was asked to water a friend’s garden while they were away. Since they live in my neighbourhood, I swung by with Flossie on

I’ve managed to avoid Covid for the last three years, but last week it was finally my turn.  It started with flu-like symptoms and I

Flossie and I went to stay with my parents in Oxfordshire over the Easter break. We enjoyed the balmy weather and some lovely walks along

On a recent dog walk, I noticed an issue with the vision in one of my eyes. It came on suddenly and I was concerned.

This month we had an unexpected visit to the vet. The week had started without incident and we’d enjoyed one of our usual walks. Flossie

Flossie and I almost spent the Christmas break alone again this year.  We were due to visit my family for a few days. However, Covid

Recently we’ve been walking for miles around Odd Down and Combe Down.  As a rescue dog, Flossie can be anxious and we’ve been advised by

Last week Flossie disappeared on our walk. It was a rare sunny day so I decided we would make the most of it and enjoy

Two weeks ago I had to cut a large chunk of Flossie’s tail off. We had returned from a walk and cleaned up, when I

The hot weather seems to bring out unusual behaviour in some people. Flossie and I recently had a concerning incident on a walk but we

As a freelance writer, I love being able to fit my work around my life rather than the other way round.  This flexibility means that

Since Storm Eunice struck in February and wiped out our fence I’ve had to put Flossie on the lead to take her out into the

Recently we made an unfortunate discovery as we ambled back home along our local country lane.  I was admiring the wild garlic that’s sprouting everywhere

I’m sure most dog owners will agree, we are well-versed in all matters concerning dog poo. We know exactly when our dogs have been, where

We all braced ourselves for Storm Eunice last month and, sure enough, it delivered. I was lucky. My roof is still intact and there was

A couple of weekends ago Flossie decided to pay an unsolicited visit to a local Airbnb. We were enjoying one of our regular walks down

The new year got off to a slow start for me and Flossie. In fact, things have been pretty much at a standstill. This was

The damp December weather has meant that our winter walks have been muddy ones. Unfortunately for Flossie, this means that there’s a clean-up operation after

This time of year is a challenge because Flossie is one of the many animals petrified of fireworks. I manage her fear as best I

Last year we had an unfortunate incident with a pigeon. I opened the back door to let Flossie into the garden after we’d returned from

Recently, Flossie’s taken to charging out of the back door at certain times of the day. There are a lot of cats in the neighbourhood