we've really let riley's hair go...i can't remember a time when he's gone so long between groomings. no reason really- other than the fact that he really seemed to enjoy his long hair- and i began to look at it as a way to save money. it was matted with chaos- each time he came in from the yard he would have various twigs and leaves suck in his fur- but he seemed happy enough. when we finally took him for his appointment i felt embarrassed- wondering if long matted hair could be defined as neglect--especially when i read the sign on the cash register that said "ungroomed is unloved"- i wanted to explain that i really do love riley, sometimes more than others- but love is a commitment, right? not a feeling? now, of course, i didn't say any of this- i sheepishly avoided eye contact and gave a tip when it was over.
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Hilarious!!! That put a smile on my face! Thanks for sharing.
K
Wow! Riley has a new spring "do"!
laughed out loud. at Riley and at the sign. so, so funny!
Haha I should post before and after pictures of our cocker spaniel getting his 'Spring buzz-cut', too. Great idea! What a cute little dog!
Those pics . . . hilarious!
Don't you know that "love is not a feeling. It's an ability"-- from the philosophical blockbuster "Dan in Real Life"????
LOVED this POST!!
Being a dog lover myself, and a mom of two "white" westies, I understand the grooming thing, or lack of. Biskit and Cookie LOVE to run/roll/play in anything that makes them un-white. I too, wonder if my neighbors and vet think I need to be turned in to the pet-protection-service! ha. Kathie
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