Tryout, Trial run, Trial walk

My walk today was only 15 minutes long, but telling.

Paddy has been mourning the loss of Oreo (as have we) for over two years. She has tried to play with neighborhood dogs, but most are not amused at her overtures.

We thought about another dog, but wanted to make sure we were ready and that no one would need a place to park a pet (we thought there was a possibility we might become doggie grandparents). We knew we did not want a "pack."

So we have half-heartedly been looking for a rescue animal. Recipients of advice from my friend Steve (who has an amazing family of dogs..."a real dog-whisperer"), direction from the Taylor animal control officer (we thought our dog was there, but he was claimed before we could get there), and guidance from the internet, it has only remained to find the right animal.

It is time. And something made me look online today. And there he was...

So we walked today, on my 30 minute lunch break. He was easy with me - no dragging me across the lawn. He seems a normal mutt, but hasn't had much training. And boy is he rough. He is desperately in need of a bath and some grooming...

Tomorrow we see what Paddy thinks. Armed with the guidance of friends and experts we will take a walk as our own pack and see how it goes.

Watch this space...