Dilly in Deepest Devon

Dilly makes a new friend

We have just returned from four wonderful days in Devon. We stayed in a friend's caravan just outside Tavistock and of course Dilly came with us. She was absolutely fantastic and charmed everyone she met including this close encounter with our friend's little girl. Dilly was not phased by the long car rides or the unfamiliar surroundings and we were so pleased to have her with us. After this experience we would have no qualms about taking her anywhere. So this a good time to hand over to Dilly now....

"What a week I have had. To my surprise being all day in the car with my two humans wasn't as bad as you might think. They kept stopping every couple of hours and I got walks and treats for being a good girl. Good girl. What's 'good' about enjoying a walk and a treat? But don't get me wrong I'm not complaining. I have definitely got them sorted now. The man is a big softie and gives me food and treats for nothing. The woman was a harder to crack. She pretends to be a bit tougher but if I sit down and gaze into her eyes she immediately responds with "Who's a good girl then?" and yup....another treat. Here's a picture of me in action with her:

Dilly being 'good' for Merice

This was our walk on the campsite. It was fun because mostly I got to be off the lead. They brought me here quite often to do my 'wotsits'. Sometimes I made them walk round this rather pleasant meadow a few times before obliging! Staying in a caravan was fun too - it was quite tiny which meant there was no room for my bed. What a shame - I had to sleep with the humans! Young humans are cute though they do smell a bit and tend to pull one's fur (which is growing back nicely thank you). I enjoyed my walk in Tavistock park but apparently I am a 'random barker' whatever that means. Apparently they are taking me to socialising classes soon. This sounds great because I can be 'random' with some new dogs. I will keep you posted on that as it sounds even better than my daily 'bark in the park'! Bye for now."

A Bad Start but a Happy Ending....

Poor Dilly

I am sorry to shock you with this picture of poor Daffodil when she was first found tied up outside a shop. I don't want to spoil your evening but this is a stark reminder of just how badly treated some dogs are. Dilly's eyes have been affected by the neglect and she is suffering from skin problems as well. Mercifully she was found by a lady who just happened to be a foster carer for West Yorkshire Dog Rescue. Lucinda fostered the bewildered little girl and her recovery could begin. Although Daffodil is now almost fully recovered and enjoying her new life to the full there are many others like her who still need help. Why not contact West Yorkshire Dog Rescue and see how you could make a difference?
Anyway here's Daffodil to say her piece:
"Hi everybody. I looked a bit of a state didn't I? I want to say a big, big heartfelt thank you to Lucinda for taking me into her home and her heart and starting me on the long road to recovery. Part of the process was a visit to the hair salon...hair salon -they scalped me! They said it was for my own good and here's a picture of me after the visit to the sheep shearer...

I only asked for a trim...

 Of course unlike you strange creatures I don't think about the past too much and am concentrating on enjoying the present. Since I last wrote to you I've had lots more exciting experiences. For instance I was a guest of honour at a stately home - Burton Agnes to be precise. It was very grand sitting in  the courtyard cafe surrounded by adoring humans! My two new humans are 'artists'. One of them is muttering about an exhibition and spends time sitting behind a huge board with lots of brushes in his hands. I haven't a clue  what is going on but my man human did get told off for splashing paint all over me. It was a nice shade of yellow but as it is only watercolour it soon washed off.  It hasn't taken me long to get my humans sorted out. For example if I want some attention...easy:

I'm here!

That's all it takes to get me up on a knee for a cuddle and here's the new sleeping arrangement I've wangled for myself in their bedroom:

Well Sorted

So please don't worry about me anymore. I am happy and looking forward to telling you all about my new adventures as time rolls on. Anyway it's time for my walkies now so I'd better get them ready. Bye for now."