SHE’S SMARTER THAN I THOUGHT

I have always thought Tippy was a very smart dog, but today she impressed even me.

I am taking a trip to Florida to visit family this week.  I wish I could take Tippy with me, but I’m staying with my step-daughter who has a cat and 2 rabbits.  Tippy hates cats.  She loves rabbits…..eating them every chance she gets.     I don’t think it would end well.

Last night, I told Tippy, “You are going to get to go to Addie’s tomorrow!”  I did not do anything special that would indicate there was something up.  I didn’t get her stuff together or pack anything.  I did laundry and got some food/snacks together, but none of that is out of the ordinary.  When I got up this morning, I let her out to potty, per usual.  She didn’t want to come back in for breakfast, which is not really out of the ordinary either.  It was 43°F, which is a perfect temperature for her to sit on the porch and “chill” for a while.  I thought nothing of it until I noticed she wasn’t on the porch anymore.

I went out to find her.  I didn’t have to go far because she was standing with her front paws on the step and her nose in the door.   I asked if she wanted in.  No.  Just waiting to leave!!!  I didn’t get a picture of that, but did get a picture of her about 30 minutes later, still waiting.  She had to have understood what I told her last night, and remembered it, and knew what “tomorrow” meant.  I have no other explanation.  Very impressive!

I’m still waiting mom. When are we leaving to go to Addie’s? You said I was going today!

I got her food and treats together and we took off.  She was so happy to go.  She loves to just ride, but especially loves going to Addie’s.

Ok. Let’s get on with it. Addie is waiting for me!

I would have a really hard time leaving Tippy with anyone else.  Addie really loves her and Tippy loves playing with all of the other dogs that Addie has in her care – her own, those she boards, and those that are there only for the day.

Tippy, we’re so glad you are here!

She quickly made herself right at home.

See you later mom. Have fun. I know I will.

I’m really lucky to have somewhere I feel so comfortable leaving Tippy when I am away.  She would not do well in a kennel or traditional boarding situation.  Where do you leave your dogs when you can’t take them with you?