Film at 11:00

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One of the benefits of having a puppy is watching how my old dogs respond.

Dinah, the 106 pound, ten year-old labrador retriever has been frightened. She runs out of the room when Bess shows any interest in her.



Alice, the eleven year-old hound dog has not been frightened, but she is often crabby and disinterested.

But yesterday, Bess gave the girls a lesson in playing. They actually romped around the yard a little bit. It is a true joy to watch the old gals re-learning how to stick their butts up in the air and paw the puppy with glee.




I may post a video as soon as I get my camera back.

Comments

Mary Alice said…
Our #1 dog was none too happy when the 2nd dog was brought into the family. They are all cool and happy with each other now though.
December 2, 2008 at 1:48 PM
Jenn @ Juggling Life said…
Puppies do bring out the best in all of us.
December 2, 2008 at 1:56 PM
Gina said…
I think all old girls need to remember how to stick their butts in the air and roll around on their backs with glee!
December 2, 2008 at 2:40 PM
Mrs. G. said…
Gina took the words right out of my brain.
December 2, 2008 at 5:40 PM
Scout said…
They look like they're having such a great time—I want a puppy.
December 3, 2008 at 10:36 AM
Anonymous said…
I'm jealous. I'd love to have dogs, but not till we have a house and yard first. Sigh.
December 3, 2008 at 12:19 PM
BipolarLawyerCook said…
New dogs remind old dogs of old tricks is a good thing. : ) So glad you are enjoying her.
December 3, 2008 at 2:11 PM
Jodi Anderson said…
Aww, I love to see that playful youthfulness return to an older pet. Sweet.
December 3, 2008 at 5:34 PM
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