Friday afternoon. It’s a nice day in the park. We’re taking advantage of the weather, and have spent some time in the dog run. We’ve limited it to 30 minutes, because Wonderful Vet Doctor has forbidden more activity. Basil has a heart murmur, and needs to be careful, you know.
On the way back, Basil spots a squirrel behind a bench. Before I can know what’s happening, he jumps on the seat, then the edge of the bench’s back, from which he proceeds to jump off, in an attempt to follow the squirrel up the tree. Of course, he falls to the floor, from where he continues his chase.
This happens in less than 30 seconds. After the squirrel jumps to another tree, he resumes the walk as if nothing had happened.
I am freaking out, but he is 100% OK. Not a scratch, not a bump. I guess that heart murmur notwithstanding, nature knew what she was doing when she designed terriers.
Jen said,
April 14, 2008 at 11:18 am
He’s a feisty one now isn’t he!? I’m glad that murmur is staying at bay, because from the looks of it Basil will not.
Me said,
April 15, 2008 at 9:49 am
AH! Terriers.
We can’t wait to visit!