Summer 2023

Working Dogs BY MICHAEL CHATFIELD PHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLI ULDALL 92 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • S U M M E R 2 0 2 3 Finn O ur shop, Fjørn Scandinavian, offers beautiful and comfortable made-to-order furniture, lighting and rugs,” says founder and owner Sigurd Hadland. “Finn fits right in with our friendly and attrac- tive Scandinavian vibe.” When not at Fjørn, Finn follows Sigurd’s daughter, Julia, to Carmel Beach where he mingles and hangs out with Julia and her beach pals. He loves to dig holes and fetch balls between waves. Lilly T he first thing this Border Collie/Australian Cattle dog mix does mornings at Pilgrim’s Way Books is run into the Secret Garden to check for invading neighborhood cats. Then she curls up and gets comfortable in the front window. She’s acquired an impressive vocabulary. “We documented the phrases and words that she consistently responds to. Right now, she’s at 94,” says owner Cynthia Fernandes. “Pretty good for a dog.” “A dog has no use for fancy cars, big homes or designer clothes. A waterlogged stick will do just fine.” ~ Owen Wilson as John in “Marley & Me” “