Off with her coat!

Believe it or not, this is her happy look
London, ON
February 2026
This photo originally shared on Instagram

For close to a month, the temperature here stayed well below freezing. Most days, it was so cold that Calli the Wonderschnauzer ran under the dining room table when it was time to go outside.

We insisted on putting on her coat, which only added to her misery. It’s hard to explain to a dog that we’re doing all of this to keep her safe and warm.

Well, the temperature finally climbed above freezing, so the coat stayed on the hook as we prepared to head out. She didn’t run under the dining table, instead planting herself at the door when she realized the hated purple coat was staying in the vestibule.

She had an extra bounce in her step as we closed the door behind us, almost as if she knew something had changed. I don’t profess to speak dog, but she seemed happier than she had been in a while.

I can’t control the weather, and her much despised coat might yet be needed before this ridiculous winter finally gives way to spring. So we’ll use extra treats to coax her out from under the dining room table, and we’ll offer extra pets and hugs for a girl who deserves happy moments as much as anyone.

It’s a dog thing, I think.

Good girl.

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