Laika’s Lessons – What My Dog Has Taught Me
I can’t believe it will soon be three years already. Three years ago I adopted a puppy I wasn’t quite prepared for. After being on the lookout for a nice older dog I met Laika and instantly melted. It certainly wasn’t planned that way but I have no regrets.
She’s taught me a good deal about dog behavior and I’ve learned things about my own capabilities. Working with a reactive dog doesn’t really give you wiggle room; you’ve got to plan ahead and be prepared.
Time really flies when you’ve got a great dog at your side. Through all the training and work we’ve done it’s amazing how well I feel I know her; yet she still does things that surprise me.
This lovely dog has taught me many things over the past 3 years
Raising my dog has taught me many important lessons;
- Dogs can be vocal, very vocal. Howling, whining, barking, growling, and grunting. There’s always something to say.
- Not all dogs are calm at the vet; Laika cries and flinches when she’s receiving shots.
- Squirrels are the enemy.
- Mud puddles are there to be laid in.
- There is no such thing as personal space when it comes to cuddling.
- Yawns must always be loud.
- If you want to play and your owner is sleeping dropping a toy on their face is the most effective way to wake them.
- Holding hand to paw in the car is the only way to travel.
- Stretching must always be accompanied by a loud groan or sigh.
- Climbing onto the kitchen counters isn’t just for cats.
- Baths and rain are horrible but the hose is always fun.
- Play biting never gets old.
- Howling or whining at bugs on the wall is mandatory.
- Hats continue to be scary.
- Small dogs look suspicious; barking is advised.
- Petting a tail is not OK, it’s just weird.
- Sugar snap peas are the best food in the world.
- Garbage trucks need to be barked at.
- Hiding toys in coat pockets is a nice surprise for later.
My dog has taught me many things. These weird quirks and behaviors still manage to surprise me. What weird habits or behaviors does your dog exhibit?
Happy and what a great SMILE 🙂 Did you say she likes Sugar snaps 🙂 Golden Woofs
Yes! I love it; they’re her absolute favorite. I think the crunchiness adds to the fun.
There are so many lessons to smile about each and every day. My guys each have their own quirks but the number one lesson I think i have learned from having had pets my whole life is to love it all. Even the things you think you don’t like, you really do love and always will!
I agree; even though some of her traits might be considered “annoying” I love them all. It makes her unique and I wouldn’t give her up for anything. She really has become such a loyal and great companion.
We try to tell Mom to always have a fun time and not worry about stuff in life so much.
Time really does fly when you’ve got a great dog (or two or three) at your side 🙂
That’s a lot of lessons to be learned. Our dogs have taught me patience.
Aren’t dogs just the best?!
Those are all very valuable, and hilarious things to learn.
Dogs are great teachers…and they provide some much needed laughter at times. They know it is great medicine for what ails you! Lovely photos and Happy WW
It really is amazing how well dogs work to cheer us up. If I’m feeling down I only need to pet my dog and it’s just instantly calming.
My Wilson starts every day with a big roll around on his favorite little area rug, grunting and groaning as he rolls!
Call me weird but I love all the grunts and groans 🙂
Mr. N says he doesn’t look suspicious… you look suspicious!
Happy Gotcha Day, Laika!
Oh how sweet. She seems like such a great dog. I loved reading about all her unique characteristics. One of my dog’s odd traits is that he often sleeps with his eyes open. Talk about creepy!
I’ve only seen Laika do that a few times and it is really creepy. I’m glad that’s not one of her normal quirks lol.
Oh that’s great!!! Love that pic too!! Happy Gotcha Day!
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Harley would agree about the garbage trucks but he feels the same way about school buses.
LOL great list. Love the last one!