Bonnie the Dog

I'm 16 years old and always happy. I love people especially children. Sad to say I've rarely meet another dog that I can tolerate. I chase cats, but I used to guard my young masters Guinea pigs, as they roamed freely in our yard.

I never wake up with a stiff neck. I don't know why my humans make a fuss about having the right pillow.

My back is healthy from keeping fit, going for my daily walk and chasing the occasional scrub Turkey and any cats that wander into my domain.

My owners have given me human arthritis remedies for the past 8 years. I am mostly free from arthritis, but get a few twinges as I manage the staircase. What were they thinking, buying a two story home in my retirement.

I'm pretty tough. Ive survived ticks, a snake bite and running in to a car, lucky I used my head. The car survived and after a bout of unconsciousness, so did I.

I have some lung problems but I'm given natural anti-inflammatories lung herbs daily. Sometimes I sound like a 2 pack a day smoker. But all things considered I'm doing pretty well.

In deference to my advancing years and my lung problems my wonderful owners have decided I only get the best of food.

No more tinned food that gives me wind. No more dog grits, which are so boring especially when they buy those huge bags. It's curries and stews and left over chicken for me.

As a postscript to this lens we are sad to say that Bonnie passed away. Our lovely dog always loved unconditionally and we miss her every day.