Thursday, August 13, 2026

Martin, named after Dr. King

What is your pet’s name?
Martin.

What is the breed of your pet?
Canine/Labradoodle. We are a multi-species family.

How was your pet’s name chosen?
First name of my life-guide, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Does your pet have a favorite walking route?
Not a favorite outside route, but inside from food bowl to back door.

What’s the most embarrassing thing your pet has ever done?
Placing his nose in most guarded spaces of family and friends.

Does your pet have a pet peeve? If so, what is it?
Yes! My not being immediately responsive to his request for services!

If your pet could answer any question, but just one, what would you ask?
Tell me what I can do to be a better Dad?

Submitted by John Leonard Whitley

Alexa Doiron
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Alexa Doiron is a multimedia reporter for WYDaily. She graduated from Roanoke College and is currently working on a master’s degree in English at Virginia Commonwealth University. Alexa was born and raised in Williamsburg and enjoys writing stories about local flair. She began her career in journalism at the Warhill High School newspaper and, eight years later, still loves it. After working as a news editor in Blacksburg, Va., Alexa missed Williamsburg and decided to come back home. In her free time, she enjoys reading Jane Austen and playing with her puppy, Poe. Alexa can be reached at [email protected].

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