Weekend Walks

Lately I've been bringing the dogs on a lot of leash walks.  Normally, Parker is the only one who enjoys a leash walk; Skye hates restricted freedom and the slow pace, and I hate juggling all the stuff that is involved in a leash walk.

So why the heck are we going on so many?

One reason is that it's good for business.  Parker and Skye are very well behaved on walks, and we get a lot of attention for their manners and opposite looks.  I can park my car in a more public area, so the magnets with my business info can be seen by more people and fewer woodland creatures.  Also, I can occasionally bring up that I am a dog trainer when I'm complimented on Parker and Skye's good behavior.

See?  Packed with people...

The other reason is that I'm jealous.  That's right, I said it.  I love seeing all the dog walking groups that other bloggers enjoy so much and darn it, I want to go too!  There is only one dog walking group in my general area, and they don't allow pit bulls.  Which, ya know, is sort of a problem...

Art reflecting life... reflecting art?

In our area there are very few places to go where you know dogs will not be off leash.  It's the country- we don't follow the rules.  Starting a walking group is definitely something I've considered, but the logistics in this area are tough.  Plus, I train all weekend, so my schedule doesn't match up with many others.  Instead, I've been walking with some clients whose dogs are leash-reactive, but who have come a long way in the training process.  We walk together so that Parker and Skye can head off any loose dogs, and it's good practice.

Note:  The horse is not leash reactive.

All in all, Skye and I would take an off leash walk any day.  Or every day.  But it's fun to hit the rail trail every once in a while to see the new art, flaunt my angelic dogs, and help some people socialize in a controlled setting.  Now I just need to find 10 other pit bulls to join me!

First the bow tie, now this?

Definitely art imitating life.   I think...