Danville Doggie Night

Last Thursday, Frank and I picked up Alex and drove to a town about 20 miles northwest of us, for Danville Doggie Night.

On this map A is our home in Livermore, B is Alex's home in San Ramon, and C is Molly' s Pup-purr-ee.

We thought Alex would have fun strolling down the streets among the dogs and their owners who'd come out to enjoy the beautiful evening weather. At the event, pet shop owners and dog advocacy organizations gave out dog treats, coupons, and canine related samples. Each participating vendor displayed these red and paw-printed balloons.

Remind anyone of 101 Dalmations?

The area was plentiful with pups. This particular congregation was meandering about outside Molly's Pup-purr-ee.

I counted ten dogs in this photo. Do I hear eleven?

The doggies were well behaved and there were no dog fights. Alex made friends with quite a few who were very patient and loving as Alex petted, hugged, and kissed them. Occasionally the relationship only lasted until another canine friend came along.

"Hey this guy in the green cap is OK. He can really scratch that itch behind my ears."

"That guy with the green cap was nice, but this little lady...?  Oo La La!"

But Alex could be fickle too and smooched a lot of pooches.

This little pup  gave Alex a little peck on the lips.

"How are you today, Sir?"    "Very well, I thank you."

We ate dinner at a street-side table where we could watch the dogs and their owners parade by.

Alex was quite taken with his map. We hit every hot spot on it!

Here were some typical passersby.

"Is that text message for me?"

I call this Study in Black and White.

We all had a fun-filled but low-key evening out. Lady and the Tramp would be proud of us!