Dakota is the first dog I've ever had . He is a mix- daschund,beagle and pug. Thank goodness he only weighs about 20 #. He can't pull me around but I CAN pull him around. He is a rescue, three years old, and already trained. Having a dog is pretty much like having a toddler. I can't make a move without the dog checking it out. There MIGHT be a possibility that I am getting ready to go outside or... maybe I'm getting him food.. I always think of the song, "Every Breath you Take," by The Police. From the dog's point of view it might go like this..."
Every breath you take
Every move you make
Every bathroom break
Every step you take
I'll be watching you........
When I am in a hurry to go somewhere and I want him to go to the bathroom he is never ready. He circles a bush like a shark circling its prey. But on our mile long walks he averages about 12 pees. I swear he is a fur covered bladder.
I have learned a lot- like--- always check the plastic bags for holes before scooping up poo. And - make sure the door is always shut or he will run away as fast as his little legs can carry him!
And- never forget he is a DOG. That means he will check out the garbage if it is accessible and will pillage your coat pockets if you leave dog treats in them. He just can't help it.
His little tail never stops wagging when he is awake. He meets me at the door every time I come home like he hasn't seen me in weeks. He loves to try and lick my face when I least expect it..Aargh! Dog germs!!
But- for a dog- he is really almost perfect- rarely bothers anything and is a great watch dog. I think I'll keep him!
