Wow…look at Lucy! Only a week ago she was drinking out of cupped hands, but practice makes perfect, and she now drinks from the fountain all on her own. (Actually, it only took her one jump to get the hang of it.) It never occurred to me that this might disgust some, but there was a segment on pet etiquette on one of the morning shows, and the host mentioned letting your dog drink from a public fountain. She found that disgusting, but the guest answered that there are some humans she finds more disgusting who drink from the same fountains, so it didn’t bother her at all. I’m with her.
Great pic.
And, though I think that “dog’s mouth is cleaner than yours” thing is a myth (particularly when a dog’s been on a walk and found god-knows-what-kindsa tasty treats on the sidewalk), her mouth is nowhere near the actual spout, unlike some people who practically kiss the damn thing…
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Thanks on the pic, drjay. And I know what you mean about the street treats. Just as bad are those preening sessions after which Lucy loves to kissy-face. Ugh. Haaaaaa…yeah, and how ’bout those fountains with the tiny stream of water…you just know that someone with no depth perception has been there before you. Ugh, again.
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OMG – Lucy is the the cutest!
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Thanks, Grace. I’ve gotta agree with ya. She is cute, and I love this shot of her…it is so Lucy.
Oh Lucy is just one bright girl. I think most people who have dogs wouldn’t be bothered by one drinking from a fountain. I know it wouldn’t bother me. And I agree with the guest that there are plenty of people who are more disgusting than a dog :)
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I don’t mind it, either, ann. It’s amazing, though, that Lucy didn’t touch the important parts with that tongue of hers.
What a talented dog Lucy is!
Not disgusting to me at all!
Thanks, Bossy Betty. I’ll pass the compliment on to Lucy. And yes, when it comes to food, drink and play, her talents shine. :o)
Must be the fountain of youth. Lucy seems to be getting younger everyday.
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Well, move over there Ms. Lucy! Let your mummy have a drink!
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