Tomorrow is Mutt’s Day - a day to celebrate dogs of mixed breeds everywhere. You’ll never see them at Crufts or the American Kennel Club, but mutts are believed to be more intelligent and healthier than pure breeds. All my dogs have been mutts. The first was a Basset/Spaniel mix named Jake. His whole body existed to propel his nose. Years later I inherited a Cocker/Maltese/Poodle mix called Bitsy. Not the brightest crayon in the box, she would wind her leash around a tree or lamppost and get hopelessly tangled. But I’ve never met a more loyal, loving dog. The mutt I walk these days is Duffy, a Westie/Schnauzer mix. He’s smart as a whip and obedient, unless you throw a squirrel into the equation. We’ll celebrate the day with a long afternoon walk, a game of catch, and a belly rub at bedtime. Just like every other day.
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