I have talked to my dog about having a fast day. He told me in no uncertain terms that he would pick up his bowl and walk out.

He can tell the time too. About 15 mins before feeding time he will come and find you and look earnestly with a long gaze and you have to tell him to wait. He slumps to the ground with a harumph.

Geordi is delighted that I am low carbing. His walks are much longer and brisker. And for me, much more fun than a treadmill.

I suppose that as I rail against processed food with the righteous zeal of a low carb convert, I should really feed him raw food.
But he is thriving and yes Karen, scooping poop is just a walk in the park