So yesterday, following the Day 3 prompts, I set out in the morning rounds with Koko with the intention that no matter how long she was going to take on her old dog agenda of stopping and sniffing things for ages, I would just go with her flow and notice what she noticed, taking it as an opportunity to do gentle breathing while she was engaged with her own things. Ironically, for the first time in ages, she stayed on the move almost the entire time, going along at an easy moderate walking speed, pausing very little, but did check out the fox poo in the paddock. Because the morning rounds had been so 'efficient' I went out with the same intention again for the afternoon rounds, and this time it was pretty much only the sheep poo that she paused to enjoy (eating it this time). So, I ended up having a bit of a chuckle, and decided to entitle this one as an Ironic Sh*t Show. 😂

So I went for a wander in the national park and dogs aren’t allowed so it was just me. Just stunning scenery. But I really missed my buddy Pax to share it with. Do you have moments where you were like, daym, I wish my dog was here right now to experience it with me? 🥹

Betty and I often have disagreements about how and when we should play. Yesterday after day 2 and setting my intention to be more present, slow down and be curious, I approached our play from a different perspective. Betty wants to shred her fluffy toy, I want tug, usually the shredding irritates me greatly and neither of us really enjoy the game. Yesterday, I gave her my whole attention and took the extra time to see play from her eyes, we tugged, she won, I let her shred it and I ran away, she actually followed me and stayed more connected and invested in the game than she usually does. Later that night I went out to inspect the yard with her for possums, cats and mice and noticed how the wind was making some very interested sounds. I noticed that she really thinks of this as her job and she takes it very seriously. After we shared the moment she came back inside more content than usual. It felt nice to do it together rather than me wait at the back door for her to finish running around like a nutcase 🤪

So we had our community call this morning and a few people decided to join the 28-Days PAWS journey today. Have a look in the classroom, there is a START HERE vide if you are new to The Magic in Dogs and want to learn more about our vision and mission. And there is also the 28-Day Journey to really invest in yourself and amplify the magic with your dogs and your wellbeing. It's always super lovely to know other people are doing it with you. So now is a great time to join. And the classroom has really gotten an upgrade this week, so check it out. You might also get to see one of the most embarrassing childhood pics of me in the Welcome video 🤣 👀https://www.skool.com/the-magic-in-dogs/classroom 👀 So if you need a sign from the universe, this is it. 😉 Much love and magic, Birdy & Pax 💛

This is our space for noticing and sharing the little moments of goodness, connection, joy and magic that happen in everyday life with our dogs. A glimmer doesn't have to be profound. It might be: ✨ The sunlight catching your dog's fur ✨ A ridiculous sleeping position that made you laugh ✨ That look between you where no words were needed ✨ Watching them sniff something with complete fascination ✨ A moment of connection, gratitude or wonder ✨ A beautiful walk, a tiny breakthrough, a synchronicity or something you simply want to remember Some glimmers are funny and ordinary. Some stop us in our tracks. And occasionally, they feel sacred, mysterious or soul-deep. They all belong here. Share a photo, a little story, a PAWS moment, or simply something that made you smile. The more we practise noticing these moments, the more we begin to see them. ✨ This is our little collective Glimmer Bank, a place where we can notice, savour and celebrate the magic that is already happening around us. Your glimmers are welcome here. With love, Birdy & Pax (Canine Executive Officer) 💛