I set my alarm for 30 minutes earlier than normal, so I have more time to spend with Nico in the morning. We’re trying to get in a walk or short hike before I have to leave for work. This morning we went for a short hike along Lower Saranac Lake. Nico got to run through the forest and sniff all the things. His brain and body are both very high energy, making it super difficult to satisfy the physical and mental stimulation that he needs on a daily basis.

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