What a wonderful week I just had with my son John visiting! He has turned out to be a fine young man! In addition to seeing some of the sights of Texas and see whats happening around Dallas, he got to visit with my friends, CJ, Denise, Barb, Mark, and Buck. All these fine folks were glad to welcome him and share their insights and show him their worlds! We did lots of things and had great fun in just one week. Spanky and I sure do miss him already.
Last week, John, Spanky, and I were walking in a park when a man stepped out of his truck and headed our way. I knew the deal from the look on his face that I had seen before on others. He wasn't coming over to see us, he was drawn to Spanky.
After he warmly greeted Spanky, he shared his story with us. A show dog breeder had given him a dachshund puppy which the breeder felt had too short a nose to become a prize show dog. The breeder gave him the dog as it had no value to him (shame on him). Anyway this guy took the pup home, named him Sam and he lived to be the family's best buddy for 21 years.
When I asked the man how long ago Sam died, he said 3 years, which prompted me to reply that maybe it was time for him to get another. With no hesitation, and a sad look in his eye he said; "There will never be another dog like Sam".
Only one who has owned or loved a wiener dog can fully appreciate his feelings. I know what he means, I feel the same way about Spanky!!!
And thats today's make you feel warm & fuzzy dog story!! Be well!
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