[MyPemCharlie]

I work from home, so Charlie and I spend every waking and sleeping moment together, aside from me running errands a couple hours per week.

Charlie sleeps in his crate next to my bed. In the morning we play in the backyard for about an hour. He's usually not through stretching his legs when I need to get to work, so he stays outside another 30 minutes or so. (I can watch him from my office window and hear if he starts barking at squirrels or something). Then we try taking a short walk on leash (we are re-learning the leash thing). Throughout the day, he sleeps or chews toys in the recliner behind my desk chair in between going out for several play, training, and walking breaks. Every evening, he becomes my "lap dog". We watch TV, and he gets brushed, checked for any other grooming needs, petted and cuddled (and he babies me with lots of face kisses) before bed.

I love having the luxury of being with him most of the time! He's such a great loving companion. He keeps me smiling and provides at least one good chuckle every day.