Farley here,
Why am I running so hard? I need to protect my humans.
I catch a strong scent. I’ve not smelled this particular aroma before, but something seems wrong to me. Kristina and Matt notice I’m agitated and call me to their side. Too late. My brain has kicked into instinct mode and off I run.
Then I see the creature. It’s black. It’s coat is shiny. And it’s huge. Well compared to me anyway.
I turn back to check my humans are not following. Kristina picks up a branch and is rapidly approaching. Matt’s faster and heads my way. Don’t they understand they need to get away?
I bolt at the bear, he hesitates, then sees I’m one serious dog. He climbs part way up a tree and waits. Kristina and Matt come closer, talking loudly and telling me to come. The bear shimmies farther up the tree, using his giant claws to move quickly.
I circle the bottom. “Stay up there,” I bark at the bear. Then back to Kristina and Matt, “Get out of here.”
Kristina and Matt call me one more time, then do as I ask. When I think they’re far enough from the bear, I bark one last time, and follow my humans out of the forest.
Not bad for a day’s work. You can call me the protector. I’ve done my job, and I’m proud.
Woof Woof
ps. I was only a little scared.
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You and Matt must have been freaking out! Farley is one brave pooch.
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There was a little adrenaline flowing and my hands were shaking, but all ended well.
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Wonderful story about one brave, loyal dog.
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Thank you. The event really made me appreciate having a dog. He certainly held his ground.
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Bravo Farley!!! Its good that your humans have such a courageous protector!
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Woof Woof. Thanks Liliana. I’m still feeling pretty good about myself!
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This is perfectly written! So vivid and heartwarming. Farley is a hero, and his people-parents aren’t far behind.
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Thank you Melodie. Such a lovely comment to make me smile today.
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Awwwww–what a good dog! Joel, our dog, tends to join the attacker. No explaining Corgis.
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Dog have their own way of dealing with exciting events. I just wish Farley would ignore the bear!
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Wow, that’s almost too much excitement for a Farley’s Friday!
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Really, too much excitement for his owners.
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