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September 1, 2015

Neighborhood’s Gone to the Dogs

A couple years back Eko broke his toe while running in an asphalt dog park. Since then he’s been wary to go any faster than a slow trot on asphalt and accordingly we’ve steered clear of those types of parks. With our new move to the Uptown area of the
A couple years back Eko broke his toe while running in an asphalt dog park. Since then he’s been wary to go any faster than a slow trot on asphalt and accordingly we’ve steered clear of those types of parks. With our new move to the Uptown area of the city, we’re now just a quick walk to the popular Puptown park. Since it’s on our morning route anyway we’ve taken to stopping in and introducing ourselves to the locals. Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

I think Eko’s running for mayor of Puptown. He likes to sit by the sign and greet everyone who comes in

Speaking of greetings, we’re lucky enough to now see a lot more of a familiar face.

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

“Hey, it’s Doc! What are you guys doing here?”

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

My brother also lives in the neighborhood so we’ve gotten to spend more QT with the family

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

And we’ve made plenty of new friends too. Friends who introduce themselves in the old school manner of “Hey, let’s see how tough the new kid is.”

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

Friends who then say, “OKAYOKAYOKAY, sorry, new kid! I’ll play nice!”

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

The sprinkler helps keep the pups cool even on the hottest days

Our visits to the park each morning have led to a fun new development. During our first few trips Eko contently plodded around and but wouldn’t play. Until yesterday, that is.

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

Penny begged Eko to romp, but he stood statue-still. I figured it was a lost cause

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Chicago, puppy, adventure, uptown

Until he suddenly darted out from under Penny and took off in a gallop

Puptown is certainly no Montrose Beach, but it’s proven to be a welcome addition to our daily routine. The dogs get a bit more off-leash exercise and it’s a fun way to meet new neighbors. Not surprisingly, everyone’s been great.

On a side note, I think Eko will definitely win the election in a landslide.

Comments for Neighborhood’s Gone to the Dogs

  1. meANXIETYme says:

    Yay for living closer to Doc and yay for new faces and new places!

  2. I give you my paw you would be a great mayor… and your furst lady rocks, bet all boys will raise their paws for you and for Penny :o)

  3. Victoria says:

    i know i’d vote for him – what a stateman!!!

  4. OMG I LOVE Eko’s expression!! He is sooooooooo “above it all”….he is so dignified, as EVERY “Mayor” should be!
    That’s so great that you are in the same neighborhood as your brother and Doc too, lots of fun times ahead!

  5. KDKH says:

    From the photos, it looks like Puptown has sand, gravel, and asphalt? But Eko’s running from Penny on the asphalt? Sounds like he’s getting his old legs/toes back!

  6. Awesome! One of the things we love most about dogs is that it only takes them a few positive experiences to change their mind about something! We don’t visit asphalt dog parks often, but it’s nice on occasion to keep their nails nice and trimmed.

  7. Emmadog says:

    It would be rather odd being on asphalt in a park. Ours are all pretty much dirt, rock, grass type areas. Maybe he will overcome is fear.

  8. Hey’s it’s Chicago so I’ll vote early and often for Eko if he runs…

  9. Connie Taylor says:

    So if Eko becomes “Mayor”, where does he plan to employ Penny and Doc on his staff? ‍ ‍ I’m sure he won’t forget about you or your brother either!!

  10. Kismet says:

    I liked Eko until I found out that he’s really a Chicago politician.

  11. DZ Dogs says:

    Looks like fun! We avoid dog parks ourselves, too many trouble makers.

  12. coastingnz says:

    Eko would have my vote for sure! So cool that you live closer to your brother and the beautiful Doc – I’m sure they both enjoy having you guys closer to hang out with too.

  13. dogdaz says:

    Eko’s got our vote. Looks like a fun park.

  14. Cupcake says:

    Mayor of Puptown! That’s a perfect job for Eko. And Penny can be the town clown.

    Love and licks,
    Cupcake

  15. So excited you live closer to your brother and Doc! Eko would make the perfect Mayor 🙂

  16. No doubt Mayor Eko will put a bone in every doghouse and a smile on every pup’s face. So cool that you guys are exploring and checking everything out. Here’s to years of happiness in the ‘hood. 😉

  17. Mayor of Puptown! You’ve got my vote!

  18. Marcela says:

    Oh Will, you are such a good dad. I love to see pet parents like you.

  19. Well, Eko has my vote…if Californians can vote in your local elections that is.

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