Meet Our Mutts

Our dogs have played, and continue to play, a large part in our lives. My original pair of Cocker Spaniels, Napa and Toby, were with me for 14 years and became quite an active part of my ministry. In fact the dogs always write page 2 of our newsletter, Coshocton Flyer. It's not uncommon for their page to be preferred reading over my page.

The photo above features Napa, Toby, and Hope. Unfortunately, we had to say goodbye to Napa and Toby in 2004. That was tough. But several months later our vet directed us to Tucker and Tanner, a sister and brother from a litter up in Killbuck, OH.

The photo below features Tanner (affectionately called "Fat Boy" by the breeders) and his sister, Tucker. They're our current Cockers. You can see how much larger both Tanner and Tucker are compared to Napa and Toby. Tanner's a big boy and a big baby. What a goofball. Tucker is serious about her food, or your food, or anyone's food which she naturally thinks is hers.

Karen's dog, Hope, is a Black Lab/Great Dane Mix and is almost fifteen years old. She's "The Queen" of her dog domain and isn't afraid to remind Tucker and Tanner who's really in charge whenever she thinks they're out of line. She's grayer, older and slower, but can still hop on her paws like a puppy and bark like crazy when it's time to go for a walk.

While Tucker and Tanner enjoy a walk through the neighborhood, they prefer a ride in the car followed by a long run through the grass fields around the Coshocton County Airport.

Hey, thanks for taking the time to meet our mutts.