The Lean Dog Sleeps
In the void between the blazing log fire and the back of the old leather sofa lays the domain of the Lean Mean Lurching Machine – otherwise known as Jess. She is about 15 years old and I have enjoyed her company and companionship for the last 14 years 8 months. She was a ‘rescue’ dog (puppy) from the RSPCA just after Christmas all those years ago. She is a Lurcher X German Shepherd of wonderful temperament and disposition. She says I’ve got to say that ……or else!
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- Blazing Logs
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- The back of the old leather sofa
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- The Lean Mean Lurching Machine’s Domain
She has me well trained. She takes me for limited exercise four times a day and for that she demands, quite vociferously, her reward – a small bone shaped, gravy flavoured biscuit. (she doesn’t know I break each biscuit in half in an effort to preserve her sylph-like figure). Or maybe she just pretends she doesn’t know to keep me in line!
She can only walk short distances at any one time now as, four years ago, she had a synthetic cruciate ligament implanted in her right hind leg. That was a successful procedure, but in the process of recovery her left hind knee joint, which bore the brunt of her weight for about three months, became slightly damaged and is now severely arthritic. But she seems happy and has a good quality of life.
Quality Time
And finally, as I am here by invitation, a quick look at………!!!
Fenlander
This will probably mean I’m not invited back!
Always wondered what Jess looked like Robin
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That’s one very comfy looking domain she has…in fact I may move in
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I am another member of the “Half Biscuit Club”. The Fatdog is spoiled rotten by the other 2 females of the family so it’s up to me to keep the treats to the minimum – other than when on the hills. Half biscuits and cooked chicken, that’s what Maisie is fed on bog standard walks.
Many thanks for taking the time to write up the post Robin…and don’t think I didn’t notice the flames in the background!
Wrote the comment before I read the e-mail. You very cunningly owned up to the flaming logs in advance.
Oooooooh doggies on leather sofas, my Jess will be jealous she daren’t even look at our sofas!!! And her dog bed is in the back yard filled with balls, that she finds on almost a daily basis I may add!! One level scoop and only 2 chewies a day now, they must all be spoilt and fat LOL
I saw the flames Robin
……….woo get back Peter Andre …. who is that hunk in the shades!!
M x
Hi Mandy,
Dog and Sofa…..this is a very old leather sofa and has been ‘hers’ for a number of years.
The shades are worn by me.
Cheers,
Robin
Hi there Robin,
Thanks for commenting on my blog! Your Jess looks & sounds like a lovely girl.
Our dogs sleep on the couch too, though they haven’t the priviledge of a leather one. I find that it keeps them out from under my feet (well that’s the excuse we use anyway!!:)) if they are on the couch.
AnnieNZ