Paws In The Sand

Missing Goldie a lot today, I don't know why in particular this day....missing him with a smile. Maybe its the Autumn leaves he loved to wade around and jump into, a big goofy look on his face!  Maybe its meeting so many dogs today at the Farmers market.  Maybe its digging in the autumn soil, without my "helper" digger by my side but remembering the echo of that particular form of fun and games! Maybe its the way the sun shines through the yellow and golden leaves right now and recalling how much our Golden boy loved this time of year. Cool enough to be energetic and fun. Warm enough for long walks and then after, cosy evenings by the fire. Maybe its the memory of his soft warm fur and his melting eyes and his huge loving heart. Maybe its the amazing thrill and excitement in his whole body when a lead was produced and the promise of a walk was near, even though we had only been out two hours before! Missing our road trips where we go for a drive just anyw...

Goldie did not like car travel. After we had him for a few days we were alone and I thought it would be a great idea to take him on one for the real countryside walks about a 30 min drive from us. My other dog had always been fine in the car so I really didn't even think Goldie would object.  He was excited to have his lead on and did the little Golden two step as he waited  a seemingly endless time for me to get my coat on, keys etc.... He so loved his walks. Then we were off!  However as I stopped at the car and opened the door, I saw a worried look creep across his previously happy face...."Come on boy" I said cheerfully expecting him to jump in.  No Way!! He dug his heels in like nothing I had seen before. He was Not going in that car! After some perseverance and persuasion on my part I realised that this was not just him being stubborn, but  was a serious issue for him. I abandoned the idea and we went for a nice local walk.  However this issue...