Marley still comes to the house looking for his friend Bok. He knocks gently on the door, looks around, sniffs at Bok's bed, then looks perplexed when he can't find him. When Bok lost his friend Monty, he showed no similar concern whatsoever.
He's still a very energetic pup. I imagine he must be about four, but behaves like a two-year-old. He never walks at walking pace, instead he tears around with boundless energy. I fear for my safety when I hear him coming towards me from behind, at 50 kph.
He's a beautiful boy, and loves to accompany me on my daily walks. It's a shame that someone doesn't take him in hand, and train him. He has the potential to be a really clever dog.
He's very amused by Billy. Isn't he beautiful.
He's gorgeous. I hope he and Billy will become friends.
ReplyDeleteI think they already are. Billy certainly thinks so!
DeleteHe is beautiful, he looks like he is asking you something.
ReplyDeleteProbably for a biscuit, although these days he refuses them. I'm wondering if he has teeth problems!
DeleteA rather aristocratic look about him.
ReplyDeleteNice to have such a friendly visitor
Marley shares his home with a small black French Bulldog, who is totally the opposite. A really nasty dog who barks aggressively at us. You couldn't have two more different dogs.
DeleteI have always thought that German Shepherds are the most handsome of dogs. Rarely seen these days..certainly not many around here! Perhaps you could train him along with little Billy?
ReplyDeleteWe've trained him to 'sit', just like we have Billy.
DeleteHe obviously knows where he is welcome.
ReplyDeleteHe does a tour of the houses, but I quite expect he's chased away from at least one. Every community has one Cruella.
DeleteSuch a lovely photograph and such knowing eyes.
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He really is a stunner, and as friendly as you could imagine.
DeleteHalf lion, half dog.
ReplyDeleteA bute, isn't he. I'd award him a 1st at Crufts.
DeleteWhat a sweet dog. I'm glad he's making friends with Billy!
ReplyDeleteThey're on nose touching terms. Then Billy chases him around, with Marley not knowing quite what to do.
DeleteGood that they are at least on sniffing terms.
ReplyDeleteFriendly sniffing terms.
DeleteMarley is gorgeous and quite caring to still look for Bok! He seems like a well-mannered, gentle soul. Billy is growing fast based on yesterday's post. Ah, I remember those sharp, needle like puppy teeth... One of only a few things I don't miss about puppies. And, I could not agree more with the phantom post. ;)
ReplyDeleteThose teeth are like needles, and my hands have tiny puncture holes all over them. Our present task is to try to stop his biting; I think we're getting there!
DeleteWill Marley move in, as did Bok?
ReplyDeleteI don't think so. He would probably like to, but I think his owner might have something to say about it.
DeleteBeautiful, refusing treats could be a medical red flag.
ReplyDeleteThat's what we thought. Although he's only about 4, he seems to be on the decline.
DeleteGoodness, HE has adopted YOU !! Take him as your own, he already loves you, and if you're writing about him you have to love him too. xx's
ReplyDeleteWe've always said how nice that would be, but it's out of the question. You're right, we do love him very much.
DeleteThat is a fab photo.
ReplyDeleteI was lucky, it really caught his real character.
DeleteI suppose animal friendships are quite possible. There is more in their minds that we will ever understand.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure they are. Monty's relationship with Bok was quite extraordinary; they adored each other.
DeleteGoodness they way he is looking at you.
ReplyDeleteSend him to me I would adopt him in a second. The only problem I live in the desert and not the lush French Countryside. He could not roam here like he does where you are.
He looks like a very smart and beautiful gud dug !
cheers, parsnip
He's very bright, and could so easily be trained to do something special. It's almost the waste of a good dog.
DeleteWell he looks like he gets brushed, even if he is a bit free-range. I imagine that coat sweeps up all manner of things. It's nice for Billy to have a friend already.
ReplyDeleteHe already has three good friends. Marley, and the two dogs that belong to another neighbour. All three are very intrigued by him.
DeleteYes, he certainly is.
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