Although I own a dog I'm not specifically a dog lover, I'm an animal lover.
Beano wasn't supposed to be my dog, when Steve had his stroke he was told to take more exercise, therefore he wanted a dog.
He would have liked something big and powerful but as we lived in a narrow boat I insisted on something smaller.
As I expected, Steve lost interest in Beano within weeks of us getting him. He would have happily returned him to the dogs home without compunction but I felt that was unfair as Beano was settling in nicely and so we kept him. I had already taken over feeding and walking him almost immediately as Steve couldn't be bothered, so Beano showed an obvious preference for me.
Once I moved here I soon realised that this small estate is cat central. Most of the cats run at the sight of Beano but if they don't run Beano is perfectly happy to make friends. Despite being a terrier breed he shows no aggression towards cats, rabbits or guinea pigs. He does however hate squirrels with a passion and will chase them.
Yesterday as I walked to my garden to hang out some washing, one of the local cats strolled past me and into my bungalow. Beano took no notice at all. This cat will walk up to Beano and bump noses with him. Today when I was hanging washing out a different cat made its way into my bungalow. When Beano and I walked back in doors the cat crept past Beano very cautiously but Beano didn't chase it.
7 comments:
Sounds like Beano is a good dog.
Aww, Beano will soon have most of the local cats as friends. I think most animals get on well given the chance. 😀
What a little darling Beano is. I fear that we have our last dog at the moment. I’m 76 and we think that we might not outlive another dog should we get one. I’m dreading being without one. It is lovely to read that you are settling so well into your change of abode. Best wishes from a very sunny and warm Northern Ireland x
So glad to hear how wonderfully you & Beano have settled into your new community! New friends for you, new friends for Beano. Wishing you and Beano continued happiness and all that makes your heart sing. Stay safe & well.
That is great. You sound so much happier and more settled.
I admire you.
One of my terriers was incredibly gentle towards cats and small furries. Beano sounds like great company. X
Could you not adopt a senior dog from a Rescue Centre, with an agreement that they could take him/her back should s/he outlive you? I believe it's very difficult to rehome senior dogs.
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