Lesson #3 ~ Dogs Are People Too!

As we contemplate the idea of leaving tomorrow instead of Tuesday, we frantically work to pack the RV and accomplish all of the "To Do's" throughout the weekend.  One of the "To Do's" was to take KC over to my sister's house.  (Thank you again, Mindy, for taking KC for 6 weeks!)

I brought him to Mindy's house around 7:30 tonight.  He had known something was going on all day.  He was not interested in napping (all day) like usual.  He followed me around or watched out the window every moment.  When I finally told him to come with me he had these big, sad eyes.  But he hopped in the van.  Mindy only lives 5 minutes from us so we arrived quickly.  Grace, Mindy's cat, is not used to other people being in the house - especially not a dog.  Her welcome for KC was less than cordial.  KC paced Mindy's house, staying close to me at all times. 

Mindy and I chatted for a few minutes.  I started to walk toward the doorway and KC came with me.  Mindy encouraged KC to come back up the stairs.  He did because he's a good listener, but as I took another step, he came right back down to my side.  I couldn't give him enough hugs. :-(  My baby. 

Clearly I'm a dog person and someone who is not a dog person would think I'm crazy.  He is the first being I ever had to care for.  He's like my oldest child.  He's turning 13 next week...and we won't be here for it.  Guilt.  I mean look at this face...

Mindy has already texted me, assuring me all is well at her house.  I'm sure this will be a big step in Grace and KC's friendship. 

Big hugs to my KC.  I'll miss you buddy!  Have fun with Mimi and Grammy!  Thank you Min!