TC,
Brilliant story!
Somewhat reminds me of Robyn Davidson's story about trying to get a pet crow and watching one fly over from a tree full of crows and perch on a branch next to a sleeping bird, inch out next to it ever so slowly then start cawing and flapping it's wings loudly. The sleeping bird startled, fell off the branch as the nearby tree of crows erupted into a loud cacophony of flapping wings and loud caws. I've seen too much to not think animals don't have a sense of humor.
Savoia,
Too right! They do bring a good vibe to the operation. Brill pic BTW!!
Mine used to accompany us on utility jobs. She'd always wander off exploring but show up when the heli landed and run round the front of the A-star and stand up on the step so the pilot could scratch her head then off for more exploring.
When we'd shoot off for a bit, we'd return to find her sitting dutifully by the fuel trailer.
In the a/c she'd sit on the rear seats and look out the window for 15-20 min then curl up and go to sleep. Never a bit of trouble!
I hear the doggie ear muffs really do make a diff for your canine companion's comfort though.
