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Levi

 

Our puppy turned one in October. He is such a sweet boy -- playful, super friendly, affectionate. My friends and family were all flabbergasted that I got a dog. It was Don's idea and he thought Absolutely Not would make a fine name but he named him Levi after his paternal grandfather.

I've lived with dogs before, but they were never "my" dog. Levi is definitely my dog.

People constantly stop me on the street to remark about my handsome companion.


Sometimes he can be a little naughty,
like when he steals the bathmat and plays keep-away. It's all part of the routine.




Comments

  1. MaebemeDecember 9, 2023 at 10:18 AM

    Aww, he's such a cutie! Still a puppy too with his games.

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  2. gigi-hawaiiDecember 9, 2023 at 12:03 PM

    Cute dog! What makes him unique is his black hair.

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  3. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)December 9, 2023 at 9:44 PM

    I love Absolutely Not, now that's a damn hoot! Levi is a good looking dog. Dog's add a lot to our lives. I so miss my Izzy. I couldn't have a dog right now with Rick's illness but I sure do miss one. I'll have to live vicariously through your and Levi's adventures.

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  4. Miss MerryDecember 9, 2023 at 10:36 PM

    Awww - what a sweetie.

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  5. Linda ReederDecember 10, 2023 at 6:14 PM

    It's great that you and Levi have formed such a close bond. A devoted dog is a wonderful thing.

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  6. Linda MyersDecember 10, 2023 at 6:26 PM

    Absolutely Not!!!! What a great name for a dog you got anyway. I'm more of a cat person, but my son who lives upstairs has a dog, Augi, who visits often in search of the cat's food. I love the dog but am convinced that, for me, the best kind of dog to have is Someone Else's.

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  7. BarbaraJanuary 1, 2024 at 8:52 PM

    He is so cute. I fostered a lost pug for the night and Buddy had a hissy fit so I guess no more dogs in my future

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