Coco took another trip to Brookline to visit with her dog friend Tui, this afternoon. When we came through the door, the dogs met face to face with no growling or charging. All this works of course because Tui realizes that Coco needs to
be in charge; after a walk Coco systematically tried out all of Tui's toys before settling down to follow me around my friends' home. Tui curled up on the couch and took a nap. Coco got lots of praise and plenty of table scraps from lunch. She and I both had a great day!On the way home, we acquired a seatbelt for Coco. Yes yes, it's been a year and we've let Coco roam the car! I have never used a seatbelt on a dog, as I was afraid 1) it would be too complicated and 2) they would get twisted up and hurt them. I don't know the brand of the seatbelt, but it worked GREAT. Normally, Coco wanders the car and paws at me to pet her. She seems to be thinking, "hey, I'm sitting right here, what gives with the no petting?" So, I end up driving with one hand on the wheel and one hand on her back.
Here's a picture of Coco looking none-too-pleased with her new car manners. It's okay, Coco, we all have to wear seat belts!
In other news, due to Coco's flying colors in pet manners, we have applied for a younger brother for Coco! I will keep you all posted on our progress!
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I'm one of the two that check the blog regularly and it wouldn't bother me if you posted every day.
Coco does not look happy with the seat belt, but what a great idea. Deuce and I are taking a long road trip in two weeks so I should check out Petsmart for a seat belt for him.
I'm also excited to learn you've applied for a baby brother. Is this through FBRN also? Another couple in this area that I did a home check for and were approved last year are applying for another and I've submitted my own app for Ollie.
Good luck on the adoption.
On a side note, you know Coco's name story a little from me, and I found it quite cute and interesting that now FBRN has a foster named Chanel. LOL.
Good to read your news. Glad she found another Hedge hog too.
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