Farley here,
My life is about to change. My humans are thinking about becoming puppy raisers for BC & Alberta Guide dogs. At first, I thought this was all talk, but then I noticed Kristina going out in the afternoon to puppy training classes – just to watch, she said.
She’d come home all excited and talk about the dogs in the class. That’s when I got suspicious. She doesn’t have a puppy, and I’m fully trained – you all know how well behaved I am, so why go to classes?
I bark my displeasure.
She scratches my head and says, “Don’t worry. You’re my favorite. If we bring a puppy home, it’s temporary. Just for 18 months or so.”
The next step in getting a puppy is a home visit from the BC & Alberta Guide Dogs supervisor.
A supervisor arrives with a dog named Canuck. Canuck is a service dog in training. The first insult happens–I have to wait outside while Canuck explores my house.
I’m a little miffed and I cry, well whine really.
Kristina explains that Canuck is working, and he’s not allowed to play with me while he’s on-leash. She knows I’m very friendly and play with every dog who walks into our home. But still, I’m left peering through the window, looking as sad as possible.
After an endless stretch of time, the humans let Canuck into the backyard. We’re both off leash and get to play. I like this part. Canuck is gentle, and we get along right away.
What do you think? Should I allow Kristina to become a puppy trainer, or should I keep her to myself?
Woof Woof.
Creative Story Editors 
Kristina is doing a good thing for people who need service dogs, Farley. You might be able to help, too. 😊
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Mary, that’s a great idea. I bet I could teach the puppy good manners. Then Kristina will give me more cookies!
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Farley, it might be fun having a puppy in your house. Thank of playing and cuddling with him (or her) and all the things you could teach him. Of course, you might be sad when you have to say goodbye after 18 months. But then another pup would come to keep you company and you’d get to play big brother again.
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I like the idea of being a big brother. Kristina dog sits a lot, so I don’t mind the coming and going part.
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You’ve a gentle soul, Farley. You’ll know what to do.
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Thank you, James. I do like to think of myself as a gentle soul 🙂
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I think you need to share, Farley. It will be nice for you to have friends.
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Thanks Robbie. Sharing it is! I’m so lucky that I want to pass it on to others!
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I know sometimes it’s hard to share, but you’re such a lovely and generous dog, you’ll enjoy it. And the service puppies will be honored to have you as their pal and big brother!
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Oh thank you, Christa. I love all this support and encouragement.
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You would be a very good role modal and would learn some things yourself. I think it would be fun to have another dog around myself. Love, Dot the dog!
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Hey Dot. Woof Woof. The more I think about it, the more I like the idea. Kristina says it’s not a sure thing yet, but we have a good chance at getting into the program.
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Hey Farley, wow what a big change that would be. It might be a little bit wild at first but then I think you would enjoy a puppy tugging on your paws. You could show him how to go out and where to sit to be let inside. Puppies need naps so she will cuddle up beside you. Too many fun activities to chat of. Hope you get to be a big brother.
Tail wags,
Deborah
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I hope I can be a big brother, too. I’ve been practicing with puppies in the park. I don’t even mind if they nip at my ears.
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Sweet. Then Farley, you will be a fantastic big brother to some lucky pup.
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Thank you!
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