Comment from HollyD

Excellent

Aww what a beautifully written piece, from the childlike perspective of a dog! I thought I was going to end up crying! But I'm glad Howie was ok! We have two cats that are quite like that! I can't think of anything that needs doing! Thank you for posting! HollyD

 Comment Written 06-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2017

Hi Holly; I write a great deal of my stories from the perspective of either Howie or Bernie. It was scary to think about losing Howie, and while he is on the mend now, I'm still worried. Thank you for stopping by to read and review,
~patty~

Comment from bookishfabler

Excellent

I'm glad it wasn't too bad and he's probably home with you already.



For some reason, Brutus always hated wind. Since he was a tiny thing. Don't know why. Then we got Rocky, he was the opposite, nothing bothers him. The first time he stuck his little head out the window of the car and his ears flopped around. I thought, Ah, that is what a dog is supposed to do.

hugs Heidi

 Comment Written 04-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 04-Jun-2017

Hi Heidi; thank you so much for dropping by to read and review. Yes, Howie is back home and walking around with the 'cone of shame.' I can actually see Bernie laughing at him!

I bet Rocky looks great with his head out the window!

~patty~

reply by bookishfabler on 04-Jun-2017

adorable!

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

Man, oh man, Patty.
If something like this happened to any of my three canine companions, I would be beside myself with worry.
Especially Gidget, my Chihuahua and truly my best friend in the world.
Who would even think that a dog could get a hernia? I KNOW Howie lives a sheltered, cozy life, so what could he have been doing that was strenuous enough for that to happen?
Thanks heavens he was okay, and Howie and Bernie could be reunited again, best buds for life.
Great story. I saw nothing that needed correcting.

~Dean

 Comment Written 04-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 04-Jun-2017

Hi Dean; thank you for the photo of you and your buddy, Gidget.
The vet said that Howie probably had the hernia when he was born, but it got aggravated and caused the problem. Since Howie's legs are so short, he could have hurt it either jumping up or down from the couch.

Thanks for stopping by to read and review.
~patty~

Comment from MelB

Excellent

Hi, glad it was nothing too serious and Howie made it through. I do wonder what pets think when one disappears for a while or when their owner is gone.

 Comment Written 04-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 04-Jun-2017

Hi Mel; Howie is doing much better. Thank you. I appreciate you stopping by to read and review,
~patty~

Comment from Marvin Calloway

Excellent

I like this story, complete with a happy ending.
Bernie is an intelligent little pooch. I've got a whole bag of erasers for him if I get the chance.
I like Bernie's description of a cell phone.
Well done.
Marv

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 04-Jun-2017

Hi Marv; thank you so much for the lovely review of the story. I bet you and Bernie would be fast friends if you brought him a bag of erasers!
~patty~

Comment from Leena

Excellent

Hope Howie is hearty and healthy now. You very well penned down Bernie's confusion and concern. Thoroughly enjoyed reading another one of your pet stories. I always look forward to it...Bernie's picture is very cute. Lots of love.

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2017

Hi Leena; thank you for reading and reviewing. Howie and Bernie are both doing well and giving me new stories,
~patty~

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

Another chapter in the doggie adventures at your house. Our pets become part of our family and when they are ill we feel it in our hearts, hope all is well, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2017

Hi Dolly; thank you so much for reading and reviewing. Both Bernie and Howie are doing well. Howie is still wearing the cone of shame, so he is having a bit of a rough time, but everyone is healthy and happy,
~patty~

Comment from emptypage

Excellent

Thank God! I was really worried, as you were, I guess. Poor Bernie. Not knowing what was going wrong, but knowing things weren't right. Dogs are too smart. Love this.

You wrote, "Another delay and Bernie cocked his head in askance." --You don't need "in" before "askance."

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2017

Hi Marla; thank you so much for stopping in to read this latest tale. Yes, I was very worried. I wasn't even on here for two days - I just couldn't read, write or do anything, but worry!

I appreciate your comments and I will take the 'in' out of the sentence,
~patty~

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

This is a very sweet write about little Howie. I am glad he is going to be o.k. You always tell these stories so cute. I am always concerned when there is something going on with one of our cats. Great job. Blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2017

Hi Teri; thank you so much for the kind review. Howie and Bernie are both doing well,
~patty~

Comment from His Grayness

Excellent

Wishing I had the sixth star this deserves! I am a profound Animal lover and I virtually wear my teacup Yorkie on my arm continuously, so I can really relate to this very well written work and acknowledgement of her beloved pets. The writing is excellent and the packaging is very well done! My sincere thanks for a delightful read! HIS GRAYNESS: Vance

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2017

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reply by the author on 02-Jun-2017

Hi Vance; thank you for reading my latest offering about my dogs. They are my true muses and I enjoy writing their stories the best. I'm glad you enjoyed,
~patty~

reply by His Grayness on 02-Jun-2017

Keep them coming!! I love the smiles!! Vance