I just returned from visiting my grand-dog. We spent a glorious 10 days together, playing, walking, chatting, going in, going out, rolling on the floor, and just hanging out. If you want to calm your jangled nerves, pet a dog. If you want to feel needed, get down on the rug, and let him curl up next to you with his head on your leg. If you think you’re not important, walk out of the room and watch him follow you. Nothing like it, I swear.
The thing is I don’t own a dog. I am just in love with my daughter’s little guy. He looks like a puppy, but in truth, he is anything but. Still, to watch him prance on his hind legs when he wants a treat or gallop across the lawn to be let in or set too fast a pace when I walk him, one would swear he was just a kid.
All of this begs the question: WHY don’t I have a dog? Why don't I go to the rescue shelter and save a little life? (It would have to be little because we have condo association rules about size). Or, if I want something fluffy and cuddly, why don’t I go online and look up fluffy, cuddly breeds or go to Pet Smart and just pick out a puppy?
I have a gazillion reasons, including bad weather, unexpected expenses, and arthritis; but they really don’t hold up. After all, I’ve made an utter fool of myself by creating a website for my favorite furry friend, put his picture on my computer screen, and considered getting Skype so I can see him up close and personal.
I feel a little silly writing this, as if I’m hoping someone will talk me into running out and actually finding the dog of my dreams. The problem is I have already found him, and he lives 900 miles away.
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Even though it seems extraordinary that your granddog does all of those endearing things, I will tell you that most dogs behave in those ways toward the people that love and take care of them. The furry little guys really know how to turn on the charm.
(They were laptops long before computers were invented.)
If you're seriously thinking about getting a dog, this would be an awesome time of the year to adapt one to your routine! Puppies are so cute, but lots of work, and they can be very playfully destructive. How about an older dog? They are so grateful for a second chance.
Have you ever looked on the Humane Society website? www.hsmo.org
(They have lots more dogs at their shelters in addition to the ones that have pictures on the website.)
I'm a bit late in responding. I forgot I could do this. Don't tell anyone. Your idea is great, but ...
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