Aquila Days

Aquila was showing slight signs of shedding yesterday on her legs so I figured I would bring her in today to see if I can get any fur out of her. Not thinking I would get much out I was amazed when the down on her back let loose in clumps and continued to fill my plastic grocery bag to overflowing.

Its been 70 to 80 degrees for days and I know her and Boreas are hotter than the others who have gone through a full shed. My thoughts are always with them when the temperatures climb, but since I don't believe in shaving a dog, all I'm left to do is sit and wait until they are ready to drop their coats.

So when Aquila was ready it was wonderful and healing on so many levels both for her and for me. Each year she grows more and more patient with the process and the inevitable pulling I have to do on her long, long coat.

There is still much more to come out of her but what I was able to brush out I can tell it will make a huge difference for her. To know that she is comfortable and will be happier flows through her and into me over and over.

The benefits to keeping those we love comfortable and content is priceless.