I was concerned enough about Rusty’s disinterest in toys or playing, that I asked the vet when we were in for his check-up. She said that some dogs aren’t big on toys, or Rusty may not feel comfortable yet.
Life can be boring for a dog with no hobbies, and a bored dog will get bad ideas.
Buying, renovating and living in an unusual structure, has always interested in me. I never committed to a project like this, so it’s impressive that this woman just did it.
I’d expect that there are tons of restrictions and regulations, and she confirms that in the video. She has to walk a half-mile to bring anything she needs. Since she has no utilities, she needs a lot. Since it’s part of a state park, she may not be allowed to use a quad to go over land or a boat to ferry supplies.
Since historic preservation is involved, she may not be permitted to hang a shit load of solar panels on the south side. She leases the land from the government, so in 25 years, she could be screwed.
Rusty is a nice puppy.
Sparky is locked up, so he’s taking a nap in his crate. Life would be great if they could reliably get along.
Maybe Sparky is a bully or this could be some alpha dog protocol that I don’t understand. I’m worried that this may not work out.
My brother was critical to the Adopt-a-Dog project, so we talked pretty often this week. He mentioned that the Olympics were starting in a few weeks. I thought the Games were starting sooner.
Sparky is the salty boss, when the over-eager new guy comes in.
Watch the tails and the feet. Rusty comes in with a big idea. His tail is wagging like mad, but his shifty feet show that he isn’t sure how the boss is going to like it.
The boss is busy licking something and doesn’t want to be disturbed. Sparky’s tail is straight out in the, “I’m not dicking around” position. His front paws are planted.
After he lashes into Rusty, notice how Sparky’s tail wags happy in the end.
Sparky is a boss.
When we go on walks, Sparky will occasionally go off in a different direction like he’s got some kind of plan. He just expects me to follow because his idea is better than mine. He is a confident and decisive leader.
Sparky and Rusty made peace, and now they can both take an afternoon nap.
Rocco and Rosco didn’t work out. His name is Rusty.
I picked up Rusty’s crate, and now he’s got more room and Sparky has his crate back.
We have a vet appointment tomorrow for a check up and to schedule his nut job.
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