Now and Then

Today was Buddy's second Brewer game. His first was eleven months ago. We received tickets through my dad's employer and a pre-game lunch and prizes were included. So many of the same people were there as last year.



Now: He drew a lot of attention from the other fans.
Then: Everyone wanted to see and hold the cute puppy.

Now: One person asked if Buddy was the same dog as last year.
Then: While leaving the parking lot, one person jumped out of her car to see the puppy.

Now: A few people stopped to ask questions about guide dogs.
Then: We must have discussed OccuPaws and guide dogs with a hundred people.

Now: Buddy gets bored walking around.
Then: He got tired walking to the picnic area.

Now: We let dad walk Buddy so he could experience a different handler and to share the attention.
Then: We kept him close to protect him so he wouldn't get stepped on.

Now: We couldn't hear the fireworks.
Then: Buddy barely budged with the loud booms.

Now: We didn't bring our camera.
Then: Others were taking pictures with the puppy. The Brewer photographer took our picture.

Now: Buddy sat in accessible seating which is recommended for a 70 pound dog.
Then: He spent half the game sleeping at our feet and the rest sleeping in our lap.


Buddy received a surprise when we left for our walk this evening. A cat was sitting in his front yard looking like she owned the place. Buddy wanted to protect his territory and he attempted to chase and received a correction. Great opportunity to work on getting him to LEAVE IT. One correction was all it took. He maintained focus on the cat as we walked, until she bolted, but never tried to pursue after the initial rush.


If you can look at a dog and not feel vicarious excitement and affection, you must be a cat. - Author Unknown