Category: Bath Chronicle

Last week, Flossie and I had an altercation. We were doing our usual afternoon circuit when, as we rounded a corner, we almost collided with

Walking regularly with Flossie gives me the perfect opportunity to witness people’s driving styles. It’s interesting to observe the etiquette when cars need to pass

A couple of weeks ago, Flossie and I were attacked on a walk.  We were ambling along the pavement one quiet Sunday morning, when two

Since Flossie’s major tooth extraction last month, I had assumed that her eating habits would become more refined. I was wrong. She’s certainly eating her

Flossie’s lost half of her teeth. It sounds more dramatic than it was, but it has been “a journey”, as they say. For a while

I’ve started walking without Flossie. Before I go any further, I should explain that Flossie is still getting her usual quota of outings, but I

Every now and then, Flossie and I experience a potential medical emergency while we’re out on a walk.  The reason I use that word is

In the last couple of weeks, Flossie has successfully managed to encourage two women, one a complete stranger, to open their handbags for her. On

Occasionally, nature calls, especially if you’re out and about for a long time. It can be awkward and a certain etiquette is required if you

Last week, Flossie and I encountered something unusual just a few paces from our front door. It was a dead rat, lying flat on its

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