He might--might--enjoy that. When I chose him, I believe I was mistaking stark terror for calm. He has hurt the feelings of many dog people who have gotten down on all fours to play by growling or piddling or running away...
Growing up, I loved the dogs and cats we had, and I related to them much more so than the kids I went to school with or my own brother. Dogs always seemed to be about fun and camaraderie and generosity of spirit, and I expected that when we brought Obadiah home.
I think he'd like to give it, but he's too frightened. This dog has been with us for about four years, and he's still so nervous and worried. I love him and want him to be happier. I think the only way we'll manage that is by giving him a dog of his own to emulate. Whenever he's with other dogs, he just does the same things that the "real" dogs do, and it seems to take all the pressure off of him.
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Date: 2004-02-10 09:38 pm (UTC)Growing up, I loved the dogs and cats we had, and I related to them much more so than the kids I went to school with or my own brother. Dogs always seemed to be about fun and camaraderie and generosity of spirit, and I expected that when we brought Obadiah home.
I think he'd like to give it, but he's too frightened. This dog has been with us for about four years, and he's still so nervous and worried. I love him and want him to be happier. I think the only way we'll manage that is by giving him a dog of his own to emulate. Whenever he's with other dogs, he just does the same things that the "real" dogs do, and it seems to take all the pressure off of him.