Josiah, the newest member to the team, arrived last December.  Kirsa took her duties to protect and watch over him very seriously.  She was constantly alert and on guard to unusual noises and perceived threats. Now 8 months later, Kirsa has relaxed a lot and she and Josiah have become best buddies.  Josiah gets very excited whenever he sees her coming and she will lie down right beside him when he is playing on the…