Today Clark has been on a lovely walk to Loe Bar and Loe Pool. We met some friends and their Glen of Imaal terrier and set off across the cliffs. Clark loves to sniff almost every blade of grass so it was a stroll rather than a hike! We were out in front leading the troops!
He was straight into the Loe, no hesitation, enjoying the cool fresh water of the Cober! Bearing in mind he was reluctant to walk through the small river near our home he is now keen to get in and have a paddle - it may well have something to do with the temperature reaching 24 degrees here today, much more like Spain for him!
I am sure he would have been happy to have a swim but I haven't let him off his lead as yet and didn't want to see him swimming into the distance with no recall!
Having a paddle with Dylan the Glen of Imaal terrier, Dylan was also very keen to have a little lie down in the cool water. They were all very well behaved together. Clark often whines when he passes other dogs or people on a walk and you can see he gets a little concerned, I have no idea why but as soon as he has gone passed he immediately calms down and stops whining? Any ideas gratefully received on reasons why he might do this other than the obvious of being concerned about peoples/dog reaction to him.
He loves the cooling fresh water on his tummy.
Ouchie sea prickles on his paws - he soon learnt to walk around them not over them, he was curious as to what he was walking on! He is learning all about Cornish flora (and fauna!) and seems to be enjoying his walks more and more. You can see his legs in the above photo, they are getting stronger and he is building more muscle daily. We ensure he has at least one good walk a day (my girls have at least two but they already have thighs of steel!) He does get tired fairly quickly and after about 30 mins you can see him start to slow down and walk beside me rather than out on his long line. We head home then and he has a little nap.
Heading home, a gentle if warm stroll back towards Porthleven.
Today the postie brought a package for Clark - a very kind follower has sent some goodies and a get well card to Clark, he is loved by many! My girls were much more interested in the actual package because they are used to having treats arriving but Clark was mystified! He was soon very interested when he understood the treats were for him!
Oi, get off thats my post!!
The kindness of terrier lovers is such a wonderful thing, we are all one big happy terrierist family! Thank you for all your support and love for little Clark - he is one very special little boy!
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