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My Lifelong Companion: Why I’d Choose a Dæmon Over a Pokémon (But Still Prefer My Wife and My Dog)

Posted on September 19, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I already have a devoted wife and a dog who follows us everywhere. But The Golden Compass made me rethink what a fictional lifelong companion could really mean. Continue reading →

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If My Dog Could Talk, I’d Probably Regret It

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

We like to imagine that if dogs could talk, they’d finally reveal profound thoughts about loyalty and love. I suspect the truth would be much less philosophical—and a lot more repetitive. Continue reading →

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Why Dogs Still Win the Pet Debate

Posted on April 6, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Dogs feel like they were made to live alongside us — loyal, dependent, and genuinely happy to see us every day. Other pets? Some are fine, some are strange, and a few leave me wondering why anyone wanted them in the first place. Continue reading →

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If My Dog Understood One Thing (Or Three), Our Carpet Would Be Grateful

Posted on January 22, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

If I could make my dog understand one thing, it would actually be several: the guest room doorway is not an emergency bathroom, unattended food is not an invitation, and blankets are a heat trap. Still, beneath all the chaos, Princess already knows the one thing that really matters—she’s safe, and she’s loved. Continue reading →

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Happiness Is Still a Warm Dog

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Lucy was right — “Happiness is a warm puppy.” But after years of having dogs, I’ve learned that happiness isn’t limited to puppies. It’s found in every wagging tail, every trusting look, and every quiet moment spent with the ones who love us unconditionally — even when they raid the pantry. Continue reading →

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Happiness is a Warm Dog

Posted on November 10, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

So says Lucy in a Peanuts comic strip. And I’ve personally found that to be infinitely true, including this afternoon. After church today I ran several errands and I came home pretty tired. I lay on the bed and my … Continue reading →

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