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Tuesday, January 24, 2012

The Wayward Basset

Unless you have something to bring to the table, forget it. There will be no negotiation. It is an effort and a half to get them inside around 23h00 if they are still 'busy' outside. Calling names and pleading has no effect unless you happen to rattle the cookie jar and at the same time prove your willingness to open it. The expression on their faces clearly says: 'Not ready to come inside. You come outside.'
Last night I made the mistake of not offering any reward when they all rushed inside slobbering in anticipation. 'Me human! I fool dog!' Droopy ears drooping further to the ground is a terrible thing to behold.
They made sure that I had an hour's sleep. At least. Vengeful Bassets running up and down outside wining to come inside, wining to go outside and waking up the neighborhood with delighted barking...well.

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