Doggy rough and tumble

Today I tied a long rope to the lead, and the other end was tied to my waist. When we got to the Meadows, Archie was free to run around a huge area. And he did. I was pleased how he followed on when I walked - running here and there so fast that he rolled over.

From afar I saw a lady with a dog. Was she coming this way? Yes! The dog charged up and took Archie by surprise - he ran behind my legs and then barked bravely when the dog ran off. But the lady saw it was a puppy and came over on purpose, which was nice of her. The dogs charged around while we chatted. What fun it was. Archie hasn't really had anyone any dog to have a bit of rough and tumble with.

Darcy, for it was he, was a bit bigger than Archie, some sort of cross breed, and very sweet.

Archie is exhausted but happy. In his bed. Snoring soon...