Mooshi, Perfectly Imperfect

09/01/2026

Dear Diary,
Joey took Mom, Charlie, and me to a new place for a sniffari. It was the back side of the Philpott Dam. There was a really high wall and water shooting out. Charlie was off-leash, so I got extra exercise trying to keep up with him and peeing on everything he peed on. The river was very cold when I walked in it. Later, I thought a sip of river water would be refreshing, so I leaned my big pitbull head over from the grass to get a drink. Guess what happened, Diary...I fell in! Mom had to pull me out by my harness! I was a little bit scared, but Mom was right there to help. 🩷 Phew.
Love,
Mooshi

07/04/2026

Dear Diary,
I do not feel well today after getting the rabies and distemper vaccines yesterday. I get a titer blood test annually to check the levels of antibodies of each vaccine in my blood. Usually, the levels are exactly where they should be, so I don't need the yearly vaccines repeated. I just get the 3-year rabies vaccine. We noticed the last time I had the titer test, that I didn't have any of the antibodies for distemper, so I needed to get that shot. Today I am lethargic, didn't want to eat my breakfast (which NEVER happens), and struggled to jump on the couch. Mom was very worried but then remembered that dogs can get flu-like symptoms after vaccines. So, this is where you'll find me today. Joey has a head cold and a cough. He will most likely be on the couch today, too.
Oh, Happy 4th of July.

02/14/2026

Dear Diary,
My Mom isn't feeling well and has been laying around for a couple of days. I keep her company and nap with her. Today, she needed more medicine and Joey is working, so we went to CVS. I am quiet and calm in the car now. Remember, Diary, when I used to pace and whine the whole car ride? Mom and I worked hard to get me over that. Anyway, I'm now laying with my head in her lap, and we're watching Survivor. I think she's feeling a little bit better today. I hope so.
Love,
Mooshi

11/27/2025

Hello! My name is Lennie. I'm between 5-7 years old and was adopted by my new mom just 18 days ago. Ms Hope came to my house today. I was very happy to meet her. Once she started working with me, though, I got nervous and started to shut down. Ms Hope was very patient, tried some different things, and before I knew it, I was happily learning with her! She taught me to sit, touch, lay down, stay, and to ring a bell! My new mom was very proud of me. We are looking forward to doing our homework and seeing Ms Hope again in a couple of weeks.

03/25/2025

Dear Diary,
Last Saturday, Mom and I took a drive to Joey's house. Joey is Mom's boyfriend. I love Joey, but it is hard for me to share Mom with him. Car rides are also hard for me. I just don't know where we're going, how long it will take, what will happen once we get there...It makes me feel anxious, so I whine a lot. Mom puts music on, but she can still hear me. I've gotten better at staying in the back seat, though. I used to push my way into the front seat to be next to Mom, but I know that's not safe. I was happy when we arrived at Joey's house. He has a big yard with so many new smells! I was also excited to see his dog, Charlie the Beagle, although Charlie didn't want to play with me. Joey's next-door neighbors have dogs. One played with me. The other one growled at me. Maybe next time she will play with me, too. We spent a lot of time in the backyard. I was mostly exploring and sniffing. Mom and Joey chatted. Even though I was so exhausted from the visit, I whined for 30 minutes on the way home. I finally relaxed and fell asleep while Mom listened to a show on NPR about migrating birds. As you know, Diary, I tend to experience life with a pretty intense combination of anticipation-anxiety-excitement. Mom and I navigate life together, helping each other.
Love,
Mooshi

Mooshi, Perfectly Imperfect

05/30/2024

High Hopes Dog Training's Saturday summer classes begin THIS SATURDAY, June 1.

We have added a new Intermediate Obedience & Problem-Solving class and have one or two spots available in our other classes.

There will be no class on Saturday, July 6 for Fourth of July weekend.

Register TODAY!
www.high-hopes.net

05/22/2024

This is me surveying the yard for squirrels and chipmunks to chase while my Mom is working nearby.

04/05/2024

My severe allergies make me sooo itchy. I licked at my back foot too much, and it got all infected. I need antibiotics and have to keep it bandaged. It's annoying, because it's really itchy under there! My Mom is getting me a special collar to make sure I don't pull the bandage off, but I hate those collars! Last night, I watched Mom make me lots of deliciously stuffed bones and lick mats and put them in the freezer. I hope I get those today!

03/31/2024

03/31/2024

Mooshi, Perfectly Imperfect