Walter—our new puppy—stood on the cold, unforgiving exam table, shaking like a leaf in a hurricane. It was vaccination day at the vet, and Walter was clearly frightened. Dr. D, the ever-serious veterinarian, examined every inch of Walter’s wiggly little body. Suddenly, his face contorted into an expression of deep confusion. He looked up at me, squinting as if I had just handed him a jigsaw puzzle that was missing a piece. “Sir… you do realize Walter is a female, right?” Dramatic pause. “Yes, Doc, I’m aware Walter is a girl. She’s named after my son’s friend’s teddy [READ MORE]