As a relatively new volunteer to the BACS, I’ve done a lot of learning, growing, and loving in the short time that I’ve been there. One big fella has got a good, tight grip on my heart-strings, though: Raulon.
This gentle giant was one of the first dogs I walked after finishing my orientation and I haven’t been able to stay away since. There’s no need to be intimidated by this guy’s large stature; he’s a big teddy bear.
One of our favorite activities is lounging around on the benches, picnic table tops, or on the dock along Aquatic Park. As he melts into your arms, he almost emanates joy, as the wind cools his face and the sun warms his beautiful brindle coat. When we’re ready to move along, he’s more than happy to keep up a steady trot and jog around the Park, barely paying attention to the geese, runners, and disc golfers we meet along the way.
On every walk, this big guy is guaranteed to get a few hearty chuckles out of me. He can’t quite understand why we can’t walk up and join everyone who’s sitting on HIS benches along the way. His curiosity and lust for life always take us on a different route, so every outing is an adventure.
This mellow man would flourish in an active, loving household. Despite his rough start in life, he has so much love to give to anyone with a bench to sit on and a minute to spare.
6 comments:
What a sweetie!
If my apartment allowed it, I would take this beautiful dog home with me right away!
What wonderful pictures of a wonderful dog! I also love Raulon. He's sweet and smart, and he's a true companion to the person he's with. He's going to make some lucky owner really happy -- and although we'll miss him, let's hope it's soon!
You can see the heart and soul in this boy's eyes - yearning for that special someone he can devote himself to. Rescues make the BEST companions!
You can see the heart and soul in this boy's eyes - yearning for that special someone he can devote himself to. Rescues make the BEST companions!
Thank you for taking such a special interest in Raulon, Meghan. Your write-up and photographs capture his inherently sweet and gentle nature, beautifully.
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