Taking Direction From A Dog
Today, the pups and I went for a walk along a route that is particularly annoying. The street trees are planted down the exact middle of the sidewalk, which means that we all have to agree on which side of the tree to pass. If one dog goes one way and the rest of us go the other way, we all crash. No one likes that. MacKenzie solved the problem for us.
Tommy and MacKenzie walk side by side in front. I'm a leash length behind and Kelsey is one step behind me. When we're almost to the tree, MacKenzie side-swipes Tommy to let him know which side of the tree we're going to pass on. Tommy does as directed and the rest of us in back follow the lead.
Who knew that MacKenzie knows how to herd? Or, that the rest of us wouldn't mind being herded? MacKenzie solved a problem that has been bothering me for years. She may be a little bossy, but she knows what she's doing.
Written by Melissa on 9:33 PM
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5 Comments:
Wow... she's starting to earn her keep. :) Every dog needs a job. I'm glad MacKenzie is finding her niche.
Dogs really are amazing creatures.
You and the gang must be an interesting sight when you stroll by.
that is great... maybe she does understand the responsibility of alpha dog?
Lisa, it never occurred to me that what I needed was a herder.
Gary, they sure are.
Alan, people do turn and stare.
Madwag, she seems to be catching on.
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