San Francisco and Orcas Island

I just wanted to let you know that Addie turned two a few days ago, and she’s doing great. She splits her time between San Francisco and Orcas Island in Washington State and is a very happy, friendly and loving member of our family.

Water

She’s not too keen on water, feathers on a beach drive her crazy and she has a skin allergy that we’re managing. But she’s easy to train, loves to play with other dogs and has an adventurous spirit.

Her water issues are more to do with the big waves. She’s fine on lakes and calm rivers. But she sits out the Pacific Ocean—too much for her and, to be honest, I’m okay with that as the currents can be strong.

Addie is fed Orijen kibble and the vet thinks her skin allergy is probably caused by local grasses. She’s fine in Washington State, but the drought in California has affected many dogs in similar ways.