Benton loves his new home. He loves that we have lots of space for him to run. He loves that the cul-de-sac is the perfect place for us to throw his golf ball and let him fetch. He loves all the birds and natural wildlife we didn't have in the apartment. Maybe he loves it all a bit TOO much...
Yesterday, he was doing his potty dance (he circles the front door), so I decided to let him out. I didn't see anyone outside (he is very social and loves to run and greet people), so I thought it would be okay if I walked with him to take him potty without his leash...bad idea. Apparently, I missed the jogger a BLOCK away, and our little kind baby dog was SPRINTING ahead to meet the jogger. Did I mention that yesterday I had the flu and did not change from my pajamas, comb my hair, or put any makeup on?
Benton decided to be the neighborhood meet-and-greet, and that is exactly how I met one of our neighbors from another block. I called for Benton, but he was too busy sniffing and running with the jogger. The nice guy saw that my dog was not behaving, so he cut across the field between the blocks. He stayed until Benton was sure we had been properly introduced and Benton followed me back in the house.
As we were going back inside, the guy asked if Benton or I ever needed a jogging buddy, he would be happy to help. After declining politely, I scolded Benton inside the house and told him he was about three years too late to try to set me up with guys. Oh, Benton!
it is so scary when they get away! but a great feeling when you get them back in your arms!!!
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