That is an adorable story… yes scary, but I am looking at the love and bond between you and Mollie. Pets – and animals in general are just precious, precious creatures – there is definitely no lack of love within me for them.

And I agree so much with what you have shared, they brighten up the world, our lives and remind us what unconditional love really is all about.

Thank you for sharing this here!

@Bridget – Oh my gosh. So horrible! Yes, so true that dog owners have to be responsible. It seems like everyone who has a do has a dog attack story. It’s so upsetting. For many of us, dogs are like our children. And, as you said, it doesn’t matter what the breed. Everyone should be cautious, know their dog’s behaviors and potential triggers and know how to deal with them. I’m glad Olive is okay too!

I feel the same way that you do about my dog. She’s a pit bull named Olive. She offers me and my clients unconditional love and affection.

She was just attacked at the dog park by a standard poodle this morning. It was very scary. I’m happy that she’s okay too, just a little shook up.

People need to not put their dogs into situations that the dogs can’t handle. Nice dogs should be able to go down the street or to the dog park without risk of injury or death, regardless of breed.

I love the “fresh air” quality to it. YES!!!

I guess I really relate to it strongly because I too love the outdoors and fresh air. Although I don’t yet have a dog friend, I have to spend SOME time outdoors each day. It changes my whole emotional and mental state and refreshes me. It also diminishes worries; nothing seems so drastic anymore. Being outdoors makes life feel “possible” again, like I can do ANYTHING, be ANYTHING, and that all is well.

Beautiful post.
With much gratitude from a kindred spirit,
Robin