On this sunny, April day our yellow lab was born. We had been awaiting his arrival with great anticipation and joy. Never heard much from the mother about how difficulty or easy her labor was. She was an experienced mother though. So I am hopeful all was simple and without trama. The trama came when the mutt arrived in our lives! He tried to eat the deck. Our Duke pup got stuck under the deck. And he cried so pitifully the first few nights away from his litter that your heart broke into a trillion pieces hearing his whimpers. Months later after being house broken we took him to puppy school. Actually, I took him to puppy school. Never knew that an owner could get an A- and the pet a B+, but that is how life is with 93 pounds of fur and wiggles. Our dog has a drinking problem- he drips everywhere. Duke likes to eat Kleenex, puzzle pieces and is partial to Barbie clothes. He swallows rocks and then vomits them up during the wee hours of the night. But he has his good points too.
- When the door is open or fence gate left open- he will not bolt, but stays put until called.
- He is happy to meet new people and familiar friends.
- He does not bark unless on command.
- We think he has eaten a rabbit (not E. Bunny, but another rabbit. So our garden will grow this year.)
- He warms my feet in winter.
- Duke loves to play in Diana's summer pool.
- He is a great excuse for a family walk and some exercise.
- He intimidates strangers who come to our door.
So, Happy Birthday, Duke pup! Hard to believe you're now 28 in dog years. Can you contribute something to household other than fur?
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