Well, I haven't updated the blog in a long time. I've been meaning to, but just haven't found the will to do it. One reason is that I've been a bit run down lately, which after many tests the doctor attributes to stress. I'd have to agree. I've really been pushing to move to Seattle and it's put a lot of stress on me. I'm not one to ask others for help much, but I need it now. One thing I have stressed about lately is that, even with a job offer in Seattle, I still have to do something about my dog, Dutch. The apartment I have committed to doesn't allow pets. I had plans but they have all fallen through. So I am putting his picture up here and asking if anyone knows of anyone who might be willing to provide him with a foster home for 10 months or so, to let me know. He is a very calm, mature (10 years old) dog who is still quite active. He's a Dutch Shepherd (thus his name). He's medium sized and about 70 pounds. I'd be willing to provide for his food while he is living with someone else. He's gentle and has lived happily with cats and other dogs, but it does take him a little while to get used to other dogs. Thus I don't let him run around off lease in public because he might start a fight with other dogs if he feels his dominance is being threatened. Mind you he has never hurt another dog, if he ever did had he would have been put to sleep. Dog fights are more about noise and acting tough than anything else. Any dog that draws blood, whether from another dog or a human is not right in the head and should be put down immediately. He is some what protective of any one he feels is in his 'pack'. If I was out in public and someone were to grab my arm, he would most certainly grab THEIR arm. Not bite them, just grab them firmly to tell them to let go. I don't bring this request for help up lightly. This dog has been my companion for almost 10 years now. I adopted him when he was just about full grown. He is very smart and trainable. When he comes into the house he will go and lay on his bed, many times without even being told. He has a thick coat in the winter and could be an outside dog in somewhere more temperate like Seattle. If someone became very attached to him I would be open to them keeping him. I only want him to be happy. Take a look a what a beautiful dog he is and please let me know if you can help. I can be reached at andy(at)northwestposse(dot)com. Thank you.