On Sunday I finished reading the book, Merle's Door: Lessons from a Freethinking Dog. It was one of those heart-warming "life of a dog" books which ended just as I expected it would: Merle dies. And of course it made me want to do something special for my own dog.
I looked over at Brix and decided to bring him to the dog park - for the first time ever. Our old dog, Dexter, wasn't all that great at the dog park. He didn't really like other dogs and tended to pay no attention to the humans in his life. But Brix is a bit more focused on us, and according to the doggy day care people, he loves to play with other dogs.
So, off we went. When we got there, I parked a little bit away. I was nervous - I had no idea how Brix would be. I finally got up the courage, brought him in and let him off his leash. Brix was in doggie heaven. He had a wonderful time, played appropriately with other dogs, greeted humans appropriately, and even made good friends with a little blond-haired boy.
I had fun because Brix had fun.
Fred would give an ear and more to be able to play with other dogs. We just don't have any who want to play in our area, which is why he settles for bulls and horses. Fortunately, he has Lucy but she really isn't enough.
What a wonderful time for Brix!
Posted by: Joyce LaGow | May 15, 2008 at 03:04 PM
Now THAT looks like a whole lot of puppy fun! And the veggie garden in the previous post looks gorgeous with the stone edging.
Posted by: Kim | May 18, 2008 at 07:58 PM
That Brix is such a cutie! Looks like a lot of fun--for people and dogs!
Posted by: RuthieJ | May 19, 2008 at 07:21 AM
Joyce: I think Brix would like to give those bulls and horses a try.
Kim: Thanks - I really love the stonework in the garden.
Ruth: It was really a very fun time.
Posted by: Tracy | May 22, 2008 at 04:39 PM
Wow, I saw your picture of Brix and he looks like my dog Cheyenne. We got Chey from a rescue group in Oregon and cannot figure out her heritage. Her ears are very sinew-y, so my vet thought she might have some Shar-Pei in her. Someone bob'd her tail, and badly. She has been through a lot in her life, but is now secure and well loved. Very attached to us. Do you know Brix' breed? Kathleen
Posted by: Kathleen | August 04, 2008 at 05:28 PM