The first pic below is Ray’s typical position soon after Carol has gone somewhere; if the neighbor’s car moves (we share a driveway); if somebody uses our driveway to turn around, or any other event which Ray feels that he needs to monitor! Continue reading
German Shepherd
… and there he was!
Ray, like most other dogs (I am assuming!) is extremely routine driven. As long as things happen at the same time every day, and in the same sequence, then all is well in his world. Change the sequence and he is a little perturbed and tries to resolve things in his own way. Continue reading
The Many Faces of Ray!
Ray has been various characters in his time with us (see below) however, his most consistent role is friend and protector! Continue reading
Beware the Easter Bunny!
The Ides of March had great significance long ago for the Roman Empire, and specifically for Julius Caesar, but let us not ignore the Easter Bunny of current times! Continue reading
Dog adopts Human!
Below is an excerpt from my book about Ray “Who Said I was up for Adoption?”
Context: I was outside our Humane Society, and in a squat position with my back against a fence, when Ray started walking directly towards me, and somewhat menacingly. He was clearly on a mission! Continue reading
“A picture…
…is worth a thousand words.” – but what are the words? Continue reading
“The Look”!
Ray has recently developed an interesting facial expression which, when accompanied by a head tilt, is very endearing… and leaves us wondering (yet again) what is going on in that German Shepherd/Rotti head of his! Continue reading
The Shih Tzu!
Ray has, over a considerable amount of time, convinced himself that not all dogs are a cause for concern. He has also appeared to have developed a quite sensitive strategy when greeting other dogs, based on his perception of them. Continue reading
Ray Power No.3!
Whenever I write a Post about the power that Ray appears to have over people, I am always left with the thought that he will no doubt surprise me again. In contrast however, when I reflect on how broad his area of manipulation is, I cannot see how he could possibly surprise me further… but he did! Continue reading
Ray Power No.2!
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! Continue reading
A New Direction Perhaps? 