Originally, Ron and I were headed over to see how the two puppies were coming along. Not that I know too much about dogs, but these are BIG puppies!! So, I got some puppy love but when the adult dogs were let out into the yard, I quickly went to the other side of the fence leaving poor Ron to fend for himself.
Well, perhaps not "poor Ron"! Dogs seem to love him. The adults came out, happy to see Mom, Dad AND Ron in the yard. Once again, Leeloo came right to me at the fence and wanted petted. Lisa was good enough to stand right there by me so that I felt I could reach over the give Leeloo a little scratch. That was as much as I wanted to do, though.
Then, something came over me and I wanted to try to walk INTO the yard, yes, where there were FIVE dogs. A huge thank you to the Lisa, Chuck and Ron for helping me to accomplish this feat! They really were wonderful at making sure I was ok in the midst of a whole lot of dogs and teeth!
Personally, I think Sadie enjoyed my visit the most. Does this dog not look like she's enjoying some Ree love??
Then, Buster stopped by to see me. If you notice, I did not move at all. My feet were so planted into the ground. But, the dogs all came up to me in an orderly fashion for a little Ree love. Gotta love well behaved dogs!
Then it was Leeloo's turn and Sadie got back in on the action as well. Yes, that is ME in there petting huge dogs. I swear, if I wasn't there, I wouldn't believe it.
Even one of the puppies, Gizmo, is coming back for more.
It was a great day! I had a little panic attack when the dogs first walked up to me but again, with the help of my friends and of course Ron, who never left my side, I did what I thought was impossible. This was a very empowering moment! I'm not saying my fear of dogs is gone, but it is an unbelievable feeling that I was able to at least overcome part of it and actually stand there in the midst of not one but FIVE of them. I never thought I'd get passed just being by the puppies.
I expect great things from me and my new four legged friends!
3 comments:
Your post made me smile :)
Sadie does enjoy a good butt scratchin' and judging by that pic, I'd have to say you've got the technique mastered! I'm glad that you are feeling more comfortable around the Busters, especially Leeloo. When will you be available to dog-sit? (just kidding!)
If it weren't for the pictures, I would have NEVER believed this!!! I am incredibly proud of you!!!
CONGRATULATIONS on this tremendous accomplishment.....we are sooooo proud of you for getting aquainted with these puppies and dogs. Thanks too go out to Ron, Lisa and Chuck for their great help!! Friends and their great patience are wonderful. We are so happy that you are moving forward with your animal feelings and adventures. Small steps are such giant moves towards overcoming a horrible fear. I'm sure that no one is expecting you to make leaps and bounds with this, but you sure are off to a great start!! Twice is nice!! Love Ya.....Ruth and Jeff
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