Coa's birthday was a few weeks ago. She turned 12. I can't believe she is 12! She is starting to show her age a bit - more gray hairs, shaky back legs, grumpy attitude, possible hearing loss (or maybe just more grumpy attitude?), but she is still our sweet girl. She actually lays on her dog bed occasionally, which makes me happy and sad at the same time. Happy because she has her own soft spot, but sad because I know it is because she is getting older, is slowing down, and wants more comfort.
Border Collies and Aussie Shepherds are very much heirachical dogs. They know where they fit in the family and they know who the Alpha males are. Greg is her highest Alpha, with Gavin followed closed behind. When Coal came to our family, Enoch was six. He wasn't old enough or had enough power to be an Alpha. Because of that, Enoch's and Coal's relationship has always looked a bit different. Enoch is Coal's safe person, they one she goes to for comfort, tummy rubs, and 'good girls'. And Coal loves to lick Enoch's feet! And he lets her!
They have such a sweet relationship! I'm so happy that Coal has Enoch, especially now that she needs some pampering. Enoch makes sure she is fed, watered, and loved everyday. She is lucky to have him. We are blessed to have them both!
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