Obedience School

A couple of Saturdays ago we were waiting outside a restaurant waiting to be seated for breakfast. This particular place is a neighborhood eatery with outdoor seating and as it was a fine summer morning, a few people had brought their dogs with them. One couple in particular had just walked up with their Labrador-mix and Avi, being the curious 19 month old he is, wanted to see and pet the dog. After getting permission from the couple, Avi walked up to pet the standing dog. Not wanting the lab to jump or move around, the lady said, "sit down," and tapped the dog's rump. Avi promptly dropped down on his bottom and stuck out his hand to touch the dog! The dog also sat down and seeing a friendly little boy in front of her began to lick his face. Avi thought that this was so great that now, every time he sees a dog near him, he sits down and extends his hand.