Walkin' Paws

A tad stressed and completely cat & dog obsessed?!

Last Christmas, I walked into Homesense and spotted this beautiful, quirky picture. I immediately laughed to myself, walked away... then turned right back around to grab a cart.
I always buy myself something from my mom every year and look for the most fitting/unique item I can find. I’m sure she was laughing up above!

I’ve finally found the perfect spot for it on the wall, and I couldn’t be happier. Honestly, nothing sums me up better than this.

People ask me all the time whether I’m a cat person or a dog person. My answer is always, “Why can’t I be both?”

Our little zoo is chaotic most of the time, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Thankfully, they all get along, hang out together, and even eat their timed meals together. It’s always been that way, even with our previous pups, Bailey and Tucker, and our beloved Quinn and Morgan.
Jack is still learning the ropes and that there is also room for him at meal time even though he thinks he has to fend off the wildlife to get his. 🤦‍♀️

Macchiato (Macchi)
Nov 5, 2014- May 8, 2026

It is with extremely heavy hearts that we share the loss of sweet Macchi on Friday, May 8.
I have found myself postponing writing this all week because somehow putting these words down makes this heartbreaking reality feel even more permanent. Losing a dog as special as Macchi leaves an emptiness that is difficult to put into words, and even harder to fully comprehend.

Macchi has been one of our beloved weekday regulars since early 2020, and over the years I had the privilege of spending countless walks, adventures, and quiet moments with him. To know Macchi was to love him. He brought such a gentle, comforting presence everywhere he went, and his absence is already being felt so deeply.
One of the things that always touched me most was the incredible love and devotion his family had for him. When his mom retired, she made the thoughtful and selfless decision to keep Macchi on our schedule because she believed maintaining his routine, his people, and his consistency was what would make him happiest. Being trusted as one of “his people” has always been an honour I never took lightly. It is a true reflection of the kind of clients we are so fortunate to have; people who love their pets wholeheartedly and always put their wellbeing first.

Our hearts are with Sue, Mike, and all of Macchi’s extended family & friends during this unimaginable loss. He was deeply loved by everyone lucky enough to know him, and he will also be profoundly missed by his feline sibling, Tobi.

I truly hope that somewhere beyond this life, Macchi has found my Bailey and Tucker, and together they are running freely through endless fields, pain free, surrounded by sunshine, and endlessly chasing bunnies.

Thank you, Macchi, for the years of love, trust, companionship, and beautiful memories. You will forever hold a very special place in our hearts and will never, ever be forgotten.

Until we meet again my sweet, sweet friend.
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