The Reigate Squires: Colonel Hayter's Labrador

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Canon Story: The Reigate Squires
Title: Colonel Hayter's Labrador (part of The Ocelot Tales)
Author: thesmallhobbit
Rating: G
Author's Note: There is no canon evidence that Colonel Hayter had a labrador, but since he had a gun room I think this is quite possible.
Ocelot's Note: Most of the contributors to the Tales are animals of great intelligence, this tale is included to illustrate the dangers of forming a conclusion before obtaining all the available data.

I have always said that it is amazing the good a brisk walk can do for both dog and man.  Look at that Holmes fellow: last night he was lethargic, almost apathetic, stretched out on the sofa.  Now, following a morning of fresh air and exercise, he is laughing and appears invigorated, looking ready for any challenge that may come.

Comments

[debriswoman]

It must be great to have such a simple outlook on life:-)

Neat deduction re likely presence of a dog, too!

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

Yes, do nothing all day but run around and wag your tail!

[ennui-enigma.livejournal.com]

Doesn't every dog thing their humans are happier when they go for walks? From a dog's perspective, I'd say they think walks are the panacea of all that ails a man!

Nice thoughts and perspective! Thanks.

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

Indeed, and they are in fact right most of the time. Thank you for commenting.

[ennui-enigma.livejournal.com]

Quite true! Always welcome.

[snycock.livejournal.com]

Hee! Such a simple and straightforward view. Makes perfect sense to a dog. :-)

[thesmallhobbit.livejournal.com]

Thank you. Why have a complicated life, when it isn't necessary for happiness?