A dog named Murphy

I grew up on a farm and we always had a farm dog and lots of cats. And when it comes to cats vs dogs I would choose cats. I loved our farm dogs over the years while I was growing up, but cats always made their way to the top of my list for a variety of reasons.

So when my daughter and her husband recently adopted a rescue dog I was like cool, good for them. My daughter had wanted a puppy, but like all things small and in the baby stage they require a lot of time and work and attention. A rescue dog made their way into their lives and to say Murphy is a perfect fit for them would be an understatement. He a good-natured, spunky dog who is always smiling, always!

I just dog-sat Murphy for a day and a half and what fun we had. Lots of walks, pet and brushing time, just hanging out and a slumber party! It was a fun 36 hours. I've never met a dog with such an easy going personality but yet some spunk and humor. He listens, which is more than I can say for a lot of humans! He loves attention but yet was fine if I was reading and he was just hanging out.

And the final, and another fun part of my dog-sitting time, going for a ride so Murphy could be shared with his other dog grandparents! Murphy loved his ride. He wanted to drive before we left but opted to be my copilot! He loved looking out the windows, putting his nose in the air conditioner vent and having my hand on him. And best of all, what Murphy is always doing, smiling.

No one knows Murphy's story. Why he came to be in a shelter and how he was rescued from a 30-day kill shelter before that but fate has a way of working things out and bringing things and people and dogs together.

I'm a little lost without Murphy today, I haven't got a walking buddy and I"m sure the house will be quiet and empty when I go over to check on things. But he's obviously a well-rounded dog and I'm sure he is enjoying his time with his other dog grandparents.

Everyone can learn a lesson from Murphy always keep smiling!