HeavyPaws Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 Just half an hour ago I got home, and there was a box on my doorstep/porch area. I hadn't ordered anything but Mum sometimes sends me things she's bought on ebay that she thinks I'd find useful, so I wasn't too surprised. Until I opened it! There was an envelope inside with a letter that says: 'Dear lovely owner of the Great Dane. The park you visit every day is opposite my house. Your beautiful dog 'goes' under the tree near the road and you always pick the poop up. You always have your dog on a leash and it is always well behaved. Seeing it reminds me of my dog from when I was young and it makes me happy to see a loved animal. Thank you for being responsible and giving me a smile while I do my gardening {smiley face}' Inside the box was a plastic packet of squeaky 'Junk Food dog Toys': a chicken drumstick shaped toy, a burger toy, a hotdog toy and an icecream toy. There was also two Black Dog smoked lamb necks and two packets of Black Dog emu sticks. The park is about four doors down from where I live and I know where the tree is so tomorrow I'm going to go at our usual time and keep an eye out for someone watching from a house and gardening. If you're a DOLer, thank you! It made me feel so special! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeeGee Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 Thats the most lovely thing I have head in a long time Thank you for sharing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpotTheDog Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 That's just absolutely gorgeous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sebastion 2 Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 That is just so lovely must be a special person to go to that much effort and the effort that you put in with your dog has not gone unnoticed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rylie Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 I wish this happened more often Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black magic Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 How lovely. Both for you and the giver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mokhahouse Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 How lovely for her to acknowledge your efforts to be responsible. I wonder if she is lonely or just loves GD so much that she would love to meet yours.It sounds like she may wish to become friendly acquaintances and probably wants to pat your dog. I think you may have made a new friend without even trying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 What a lovely surprise and a thoughtful gift. I am sure the person would love to meet your dog in person - your dane can then say "thank you" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCresties Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 What a really lovely thing for someone to have done It's a shame though when 'responsible' dog ownership is obviously not seen as the norm A great off-lead area near me has so much dog poo around it's unreal and there are so many bins and bags provided there is no excuse. When I go to get fresh bags you have to be careful not to tread in the poo next to the bins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlc Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 Wow that is so awesome, it restores your faith in human kind when you hear of things like this! How lovely and what a lovely person to do such a thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brennan's Mum Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 What a lovely surprise for you . I hope you get a chance to meet the mystery person. Sounds like s/he would love the chance to get to interact with you and your dog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 That gave me warm fuzzies How sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdierikx Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 I'm going all gooey now... restores your faith in your fellow humans when someone compliments you and your dog like that... T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda K Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 what an awesome thoughtful gift, and what a gift you obviously have given them too through the joy they have in watching your dog. Just makes you feel good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esky the husky Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 Awww This is so lovely Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vehs Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 oh wow that is so nice!! this person must have a lot of time on their hands.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsKatie Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 Beautiful story - I hope that you get to meet this person - I am sure they would love that - what a beautiful thoughtful thing to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 Wonderful gesture - thank you for sharing ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erny Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 (edited) I'm really really sorry to bring a shadow into this wonderful thread. My initial response was the same as everyone else's also ..... ie How lovely. BUT .... please be careful. This world is full of cookes and you should be vigilant until you know who this person is and whether this person is honest and genuine in his/her intentions. Again - I feel dreadful for being so *dark* on something that is so otherwise lovely and potentially beautiful as far as gestures go. But I'd equally hate myself if I didn't utter this note of caution and something happened as a result. It is horrible that the world has become such that we end up suspicious of even the most loveliest of gestures. That I can see something *sinister* is only a small blip on my radar - I really do think there is every chance that someone out there is being honest and appreciative at the smile you bring to his/her face with the memories you and your dog spark when you 'visit'. I hope it is the real deal and that you get to meet this person and that a genuine friendship might even spark up as a result . Edited September 24, 2010 by Erny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted September 24, 2010 Share Posted September 24, 2010 How lovely for her to acknowledge your efforts to be responsible. I wonder if she is lonely or just loves GD so much that she would love to meet yours.It sounds like she may wish to become friendly acquaintances and probably wants to pat your dog. I think you may have made a new friend without even trying. That is just so special oh wow that is so nice!!this person must have a lot of time on their hands.... Not necessarily. For a kind person, doing something like this would be just a nice part of their day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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