A question we hear so often both when we’re doing education as well as just out in public running errands. The answer is YES! I thought however it might be best to let Willow give you her perspective. Remember, she’s a cheeky “little” thing…

Ms. Pants here…So yes, I get to be just a dog! Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE my job even though I like to keep mom on her toes by letting her think I have my Service Dog Union Rep on speed dial, I wouldn’t change my life for anything. Here’s the real deal. I have a HUGE yard and I get to run and play with my retriever sibs. I also get to have play dates with my BFF’s from the farm like Sir Thomas and Layla. Tommy and I just gave the retrievers a good run for their money just the other day. Seriously? Those short legs keeping up with us? We should have bet bones on it. Mom also makes sure I get to see all the people who raised and took care of me as a pup! I LOVE that! The other day she took me to Auntie Gwen’s office and I was soooo happy!!!! She told me it was a treat for being a good girl. I didn’t have to work once she was sitting, just get loved by Auntie Gwen! I love Auntie Gwen. I checked in with mom occasionally to make sure she wasn’t jealous or needed me but mostly just enjoyed all the attention. It was a really good day. So yes, while there are days we’re at a hospital all day or working doing education or just plain daily life all day, I also get to be “just a dog.” Actually, no, I think I have it better than “just a dog.” My life totally Rocks! But don’t tell mom, I like to get her on her toes thinking at any moment I could call my union rep….:) Woof