In the heart of England, nestled amidst rolling hills and quaint villages, a tiny fluffball named Tootsie entered the world. With her soulful eyes and a spirit that blended the regal bearing of a King Charles Cavalier with the spunk of a Yorkshire Terrier, Tootsie was destined for extraordinary adventures.
Since her earliest days, Tootsie's training wasn't just about obedience. It was about becoming a cherished member of the family. Her human companions were an eclectic bunch: Tillie, the youngest, had an artist's eye, an adventurous spirit, and an undying love for animals; Findlay, the eldest, was as passionate about gaming and Deadpool as he was about animals; Virginia, the mom, was a fervent advocate for natural healing and the proud owner of a new magnificent trimaran; and Charles, the dad, was on the brink of realising his lifelong dream of circumnavigating the globe with his family.
As Tootsie grew, so did her bond with her family. She was their constant companion, whether curled up beside Tillie as she sketched, nestled in Findlay's lap as he strategised his next virtual quest, or basking in the sun in the garden as Virginia brewed herbal teas and Charles planned their next move. After a while, the family packed up and flew to Cyprus, ready to start the second chapter of their adventure.
In Cyprus, they found a temporary home. On this sun-drenched island, Tootsie's days were filled with exploring ancient ruins, chasing lizards through olive groves, and swimming in the crystal-clear Mediterranean. She was always "on duty," her keen senses alert to any potential dangers, but when the day was done, she'd curl up in her favourite spot, usually at Tillie's feet or tucked under Findlay's arm, and drift off to sleep, dreaming of the adventures yet to come.
Little did she know, but Tootsie was about to swap her cosy backyard for a globe-trotting adventure beyond her wildest dreams. Secret Environmental Action (SEA), an international agency formed to protect the natural environment, had been observing Tootsie and, recognising her exceptional sense of smell and unwavering loyalty, decided to enlist her for a covert mission of critical importance. Just as her family prepared to embark on their long-awaited world tour, Tootsie was quietly spirited away to ‘Happy Valley, ’ a luxury animal hotel, where she was recruited and trained for her mission. With the planet as her area of operations, she was tasked with sniffing out environmental threats and neutralising them. This huge honour came with a catch: Tootsie had to keep her real abilities and mission a secret from her family!
With Tootsie back home, the day came for her and her family to depart. Their trimaran, aptly named ‘Living the Dream,’ was made ready, provisions were stocked, and with a mixture of excitement and trepidation, they set sail, leaving the familiar shores of Cyprus behind. For Tootsie, this was the ultimate adventure. The world was her playground, and every new port brought a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, smells, and adventure…
