I have written numerous Posts about the power that Ray seems to have over people… which he is well aware of and exploits to its maximum potential. He has had stores unlock their doors early in order to give him a treat; open up after their closing time for him; store renovation crews have given him treats, and other stores are slowly succumbing to his charm! See link below for earlier Post:
https://meandray.com/2016/05/23/ray-power/
Just recently however, Carol and I wanted to have an evening out this past weekend and, fortunately, Ray’s only “Ray approved” dog sitter (Heather) was available. When she arrived at our home, Ray was immediately out of control (in a very excited way) and proceeded to express himself very clearly. They have always had a very special relationship, but once he realized that she had pepperoni with her……………..!
Apparently, Heather dropped in on our local pizza store and ordered something to have for her supper while she was here, and suddenly decided to ask for a few slices of pepperoni! Realizing that the request may have seemed a little odd, she felt it necessary to explain that she was on her way to dog-sit her friend Ray… and did they know him!
The name Ray got immediate attention and, once they knew it was Ray who lived just around the corner, the pepperoni slices were wrapped and thereafter followed some conversations about our beloved Ray!
Of course he will now expect pepperoni whenever he sees Heather, but that’s her problem! I just shake my head at all the ways that he manipulates (trains?) people, but when you can manipulate (train) a dog trainer (Heather is a trainer with our local Humane Society – which is where they first met), I really cannot see how much higher he can go, but he will no doubt surprise me yet again one day!
Perhaps one day, someone will show up at our front door and say “Hi Colin. I was just at Tim’s getting a coffee and thought that you would probably like a Boston Cream donut! Here you are. Enjoy!” Of course I am now entering the realm of fantasy so I think I’ll stop here!
Lattes are always welcomed around the Ranch. Just saying. š¤£
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It does my heart good to hear how proud you are of your Ray. He deserves it. And as for people doing stuff for you, might as well forget it. It’s all about Ray, and he knows it. š
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You’re right. Not only is he very precious… but our immediate world revolves around him! š
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Haha, a Boston Cream donut! Yup, I’m afraid that you have a formidable competitor for the kind of attention you crave – he’ll get his pepperoni, but I’m not too sure about the donut.
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Hi Hester. It’s probably just wishful thinking on my part! š
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That’s fantastic! I always love dog friendly places! We had a bookstore in PEI when we lived there that stocked Jack’s favorite cookies just in case I popped in! Really made us feel special, and as I am very much a “dog mom”, I love the ability to take Jack with me when I go somewhere!
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There are a few stores around here that go out of their way for Ray. It really is so nice to see him accepted at those places. š
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A++ for Ray and his manipulation tactics!
Hmmm…. Seems to remind me of someone else that I know! š
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From people averse to people influencer- what a wonderful transformation love and caring can perform!
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Absolutely. It is a shame that more people cannot understand the incredible rewards of patience, TLC and some periodic guidance! š
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Our Ruby has similar powers i think our dogs do very well thank you. šš
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It gets better, but you’ll have to wait for tomorrow’s Post! š
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I wait excitedly!!
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A clue: He has just taken manipulation to a whole new level! š
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Redeem!
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Ray certainly does know how to train people! š
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Wait for tomorrow’s Post! I am going to see if he will give me lessons! š
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There is just something about the eyes. I think they are like Vampires, they look at you and the next thing you know, your handing them part of what your eating.
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Hi Ron. I am not to sure about the vampire analogy, but your point is well made. Those big brown eyes are powerful! š
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Vampires can stare at you and place you under their power, making you do things against your will, like the old B&W movies of Bela Lugosi the original Vampire.
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Oh but that’s evil! Ray is not evil…just self-serving! š
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lol – if only! Lucky boy Ray!
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He is one very spoiled dog… but that’s okay! š
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