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**Prealiitellg** · 04-17-2011, 12:57 AM

So once again it is that time of year when little dogs in Catholic households turn introspective, put aside secular pursuits and consider loftier matters. Some even give up their Sunday morning walk with their boyfriend to make the annual pilgrimage...to see the big, big bunny.

Okay, not exactly annual; because how many pictures do you really need of your dog sitting on a big, big bunny. But we went a couple of years ago, and I thought...maybe it would be nice to have an updated picture of Veronica and the big, big bunny.

Every year our local Pet Supplies Plus hosts a "Picture with the Easter Bunny" to benefit a local rescue. Veronica can be moderately reactive. She can also be an absolute angel and actually act like she's had about 4 years of training on how not to be reactive. I've decided that the explanation that makes the most sense with her at times varying behavior...is that she has multiple personality disorder. One of her personalities, which I've named "Princess" - has actually been quite attentive during training sessions, grasps exactly what is asked of her and delivers happily with a spring in her step.

Since I can never be quite sure which "personality" will be in control of the body at any given time...we proceed with caution. I always go with my husband so I can devote all my attention to Veronica and he can handle things like paying, and holding our place in line if need be. I also go as early as possible to beat any sort of crowd that may develop. And of course, I continually scope out the surroundings to make sure all is kosher.

This year it wasn't very crowded at all, good for us; not so good for the rescue. I really hope that after we left all the other whack jobs that want pictures of their dogs with the Easter Bunny came out in droves.

Veronica actually did better than she did 2 years ago on a couple of levels. She didn't bark at any dogs. A couple of years ago, she barked at a few when we first arrived before she got in the groove and settled down. This year she was greeted at the door by some sort of bull mastiffy dog, and she was blessedly silent.

Other than that there were only maybe 4 or 5 other dogs there, small ones at that. Veronica is fine as long as she doesn't have other dogs invading her space; and as much as she would dearly love to invade their space...she knows better. Or more accurately, she knows better and a leash prevents her.

So we get over to the sign in table and have an interesting experience with the rescue volunteer. She loves Veronica, thinks she's beautiful, lots of loving. But then she asks me what she could put down for breed because she would "hate to write pit bull". Now this is not someone wanting to have the ABDA/UKC APBT/AST discussion. This is someone in rescue looking at my dog and saying "pit bull" like it's a dirty word. Uuummm okay...I really don't care what you call her. Call her a ginormous shaved pomeranian and let me be on my way.

As we are finishing up that interesting conversation a woman starts to walk up with a little terrier type dog. I leave my husband to finish with the signing in and paying and move Veronica off to the side, away from the other dog, click and treat and sit and that's that. The rescue worker is in awe. I walk back to the table to hear her asking my husband if I'm a "professional trainer"; and waxing ecstatic about how I "got her attention so quickly and right away from the little dog". I almost get a big head for all of 5 seconds until I do the math in my head..."received complaince from a dog I've been training to manage her reactivity for close to 4 years and distracted her from a neutral dog about 5 feet away from her in a relatively neutral environment"...yeah, that's me...one step away from training the next super dog. When she continued to go on about how impressed she was and how she needed someone to help her train her dogs...I was actually surprised for a minute and then I had to remind myself that just because someone is involved in rescue it doesn't necessarily mean that they "know" dogs. In some cases all it means is that they love dogs...without the burning desire to better understand and commune with them apparently.

Anyway, the best part was when she said, "At first I thought I was going to have to get someone".
Really?
There are 2 adults standing here, (3 if she counted herself); with a leashed 50 pound dog looking for all intents and purposes perfectly calm...and you thought you "might need to get someone"? Again...really?

But at that point someone yelled over that the bunny was headed out of the restroom and there was no line so we should come on over; and we were thankfully saved from further conversation.

Now here is where Veronica really shined. 2 years ago she took one look at the big, big bunny and freaked out. She sort of planted her feet, barked like she was holding if off and every so often looked over her shoulder at us as if to say "RUN! Save yourselves. I'll hold it off and sacrifice myself if need be"!!!! Luckily every one thought she was hilarious and the photographer's assistants were joking that the bunny "was fine as he already had a bite suit on".

But this year, we walked right into the bunny coming out of the restroom and Veronica wagged her tail and said "Hello". I think it must have been the same bunny (the photographer was the same and apparently his family members help out) and he said he remembered meeting Veronica before...and as we are having this conversation, Veronica walks behind the bunny, sticks her head as far up his cotton tail as it will go and huffs.

Unfortunately greeting the big, big bunny and getting lifted into the air and smothered by big bunny arms...are 2 entirely different things. She was still very good; but clearly terrified of the way things were progressing.

You can tell in the photo how round and wide her eyes are and how her mouth is firmly closed. Luckily the photographer was able to use a feather thing on a stick to get her attention and perk her ears up because they were plastered to her skull. But still...she is clearly not a happy dog.

We were so sure that the photographer wouldn't get a decent picture; that we even got in a shot with her so we could be closer to her and hopefully put her more at ease...despite the fact that neither of us planned on getting in a picture. Meaning we woke up on a Sunday morning, rolled out of bed, splashed water on our faces, brushed our teeth and threw some clothes on so we could get to the store early. I don't think I even brushed my hair; I just threw it up in a pony tail, thinking, "who's going to see me". Looks like I might have gotten some lip gloss on, but that's about it.

So that's our adventure with the big, big bunny.

Happy Easter to all who celebrate; and happy Spring to everyone else.

**Cengaeas** · 04-17-2011, 01:29 AM

I think I might see just a ensy beansy smile on Miss Veronica's face in the second picture! It's that or a 'you have exactly five seconds to get me off this lap before I make a scene' smirk! (Your husband and Veronica have the same smile.....)

Happy Easter, to you and yours!

**Prealiitellg** · 04-17-2011, 02:03 AM

I thought your comment was so cute; I shared it with my husband, who did a "WHAT!!!

You posted that picture!!!???

I was then informed that we both look like the walking dead; and that I should have posted this picture...which at least is...better.

Frankly, I think they both look equally bad...but I told him I would post the other picture.

**Sliliashdes** · 04-17-2011, 02:13 AM

Reading this story made me smile =)

**Aceroassert** · 04-17-2011, 02:20 AM

I think I might see just a ensy beansy smile on Miss Veronica's face in the second picture! It's that or a 'you have exactly five seconds to get me off this lap before I make a scene' smirk! (Your husband and Veronica have the same smile.....)

Happy Easter, to you and yours!

I thought the same thing! How cute though!!

Happy Easter to Miss V and you and your husband!

**RSAccountssy** · 04-17-2011, 02:24 AM

Well, I am truly jealous. I haven't dared take my dog, Iggy, to have his picture taken with Santa Claus, The Easter Bunny, or with any other holiday creature. She looks absolutely adora-bull and your story was just the best. I had so much fun reading it. Thank you!

I am green with envy!

**exchpaypalgold** · 04-17-2011, 02:53 AM

I love your stories! Those are cute pictures. Happy Easter to you, Veronica, and your husband.

**Dwerfsd** · 04-17-2011, 03:23 AM

Love the story and yes..in the first photo they smiled the same..lol

**MrGunjMan_** · 04-17-2011, 04:18 AM

So cute. I love reading your stories. Happy Easter!

**delnisfernan** · 04-17-2011, 04:36 AM

Very cute & Funny!!

Love your story!

**Abnorbprootly** · 04-17-2011, 06:30 AM

I got a few laughs out of the story and the pic at the end had me lol'ing! Awesome story and adorabull pictures!

You guys look so normal for Pit Bull owners. Don't ya know we're all crazed drug dealers and lowlifes?

**Prealiitellg** · 04-17-2011, 02:57 PM

Thanks for reading everyone! I enjoy writing; and sharing my love of the indomitable Ms. V.

I got a few laughs out of the story and the pic at the end had me lol'ing! Awesome story and adorabull pictures!

You guys look so normal for Pit Bull owners. Don't ya know we're all crazed drug dealers and lowlifes?

You have a keen eye MJ! Our cover as a a "normal" couple - Social Worker and Middle school teacher ...is finely honed.

No one suspects that we are in fact in the top echelons of the Columbian drug trade; despite our flaunting it in their faces with our tell tale pit bull.

One day, when we retire to the South of France on our ill gotten gains...I shall continue to pen tales of complete and utter fantasy.

**Zvssxstw** · 04-17-2011, 03:02 PM

Well I think you look nice. Jmo the dog too lol but don't be so hard on yourself

**77rexulceme** · 04-17-2011, 03:19 PM

That was a great story and the pictures are so nice. Veronica looks so sweet!

Thanks for sharing.

**ZZtop** · 04-17-2011, 04:04 PM

that was hilarious.

But that bunny is freaking me out. Those eyebrows make him look evil.

**Prealiitellg** · 04-17-2011, 04:42 PM

Thank you everyone; happy Easter and/or Spring to all; and..

Well I think you look nice. Jmo the dog too lol but don't be so hard on yourself

Thank you hon; Veronica and I will take the compliment!

**duminyricky** · 04-17-2011, 07:16 PM

I think the picture with all of you is precious.

**k5wTvu9f** · 04-17-2011, 08:52 PM

I think I would have slapped that rescue worker...

Cute pictures.

**boxcigsnick** · 04-17-2011, 08:59 PM

So cute! Will you be sending them around for easter??

**U2DnBGFE** · 04-17-2011, 09:48 PM

That is so cute!

04-17-2011, 12:57 AM	#1
Prealiitellg Join Date Dec 2005 Posts 423 Senior Member	The Tale of Veronica-Lynn Pitbull and the Big, Big Bunny So once again it is that time of year when little dogs in Catholic households turn introspective, put aside secular pursuits and consider loftier matters. Some even give up their Sunday morning walk with their boyfriend to make the annual pilgrimage...to see the big, big bunny. Okay, not exactly annual; because how many pictures do you really need of your dog sitting on a big, big bunny. But we went a couple of years ago, and I thought...maybe it would be nice to have an updated picture of Veronica and the big, big bunny. Every year our local Pet Supplies Plus hosts a "Picture with the Easter Bunny" to benefit a local rescue. Veronica can be moderately reactive. She can also be an absolute angel and actually act like she's had about 4 years of training on how not to be reactive. I've decided that the explanation that makes the most sense with her at times varying behavior...is that she has multiple personality disorder. One of her personalities, which I've named "Princess" - has actually been quite attentive during training sessions, grasps exactly what is asked of her and delivers happily with a spring in her step. Since I can never be quite sure which "personality" will be in control of the body at any given time...we proceed with caution. I always go with my husband so I can devote all my attention to Veronica and he can handle things like paying, and holding our place in line if need be. I also go as early as possible to beat any sort of crowd that may develop. And of course, I continually scope out the surroundings to make sure all is kosher. This year it wasn't very crowded at all, good for us; not so good for the rescue. I really hope that after we left all the other whack jobs that want pictures of their dogs with the Easter Bunny came out in droves. Veronica actually did better than she did 2 years ago on a couple of levels. She didn't bark at any dogs. A couple of years ago, she barked at a few when we first arrived before she got in the groove and settled down. This year she was greeted at the door by some sort of bull mastiffy dog, and she was blessedly silent. Other than that there were only maybe 4 or 5 other dogs there, small ones at that. Veronica is fine as long as she doesn't have other dogs invading her space; and as much as she would dearly love to invade their space...she knows better. Or more accurately, she knows better and a leash prevents her. So we get over to the sign in table and have an interesting experience with the rescue volunteer. She loves Veronica, thinks she's beautiful, lots of loving. But then she asks me what she could put down for breed because she would "hate to write pit bull". Now this is not someone wanting to have the ABDA/UKC APBT/AST discussion. This is someone in rescue looking at my dog and saying "pit bull" like it's a dirty word. Uuummm okay...I really don't care what you call her. Call her a ginormous shaved pomeranian and let me be on my way. As we are finishing up that interesting conversation a woman starts to walk up with a little terrier type dog. I leave my husband to finish with the signing in and paying and move Veronica off to the side, away from the other dog, click and treat and sit and that's that. The rescue worker is in awe. I walk back to the table to hear her asking my husband if I'm a "professional trainer"; and waxing ecstatic about how I "got her attention so quickly and right away from the little dog". I almost get a big head for all of 5 seconds until I do the math in my head..."received complaince from a dog I've been training to manage her reactivity for close to 4 years and distracted her from a neutral dog about 5 feet away from her in a relatively neutral environment"...yeah, that's me...one step away from training the next super dog. When she continued to go on about how impressed she was and how she needed someone to help her train her dogs...I was actually surprised for a minute and then I had to remind myself that just because someone is involved in rescue it doesn't necessarily mean that they "know" dogs. In some cases all it means is that they love dogs...without the burning desire to better understand and commune with them apparently. Anyway, the best part was when she said, "At first I thought I was going to have to get someone". Really? There are 2 adults standing here, (3 if she counted herself); with a leashed 50 pound dog looking for all intents and purposes perfectly calm...and you thought you "might need to get someone"? Again...really? But at that point someone yelled over that the bunny was headed out of the restroom and there was no line so we should come on over; and we were thankfully saved from further conversation. Now here is where Veronica really shined. 2 years ago she took one look at the big, big bunny and freaked out. She sort of planted her feet, barked like she was holding if off and every so often looked over her shoulder at us as if to say "RUN! Save yourselves. I'll hold it off and sacrifice myself if need be"!!!! Luckily every one thought she was hilarious and the photographer's assistants were joking that the bunny "was fine as he already had a bite suit on". But this year, we walked right into the bunny coming out of the restroom and Veronica wagged her tail and said "Hello". I think it must have been the same bunny (the photographer was the same and apparently his family members help out) and he said he remembered meeting Veronica before...and as we are having this conversation, Veronica walks behind the bunny, sticks her head as far up his cotton tail as it will go and huffs. Unfortunately greeting the big, big bunny and getting lifted into the air and smothered by big bunny arms...are 2 entirely different things. She was still very good; but clearly terrified of the way things were progressing. You can tell in the photo how round and wide her eyes are and how her mouth is firmly closed. Luckily the photographer was able to use a feather thing on a stick to get her attention and perk her ears up because they were plastered to her skull. But still...she is clearly not a happy dog. We were so sure that the photographer wouldn't get a decent picture; that we even got in a shot with her so we could be closer to her and hopefully put her more at ease...despite the fact that neither of us planned on getting in a picture. Meaning we woke up on a Sunday morning, rolled out of bed, splashed water on our faces, brushed our teeth and threw some clothes on so we could get to the store early. I don't think I even brushed my hair; I just threw it up in a pony tail, thinking, "who's going to see me". Looks like I might have gotten some lip gloss on, but that's about it. So that's our adventure with the big, big bunny. Happy Easter to all who celebrate; and happy Spring to everyone else. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 01:29 AM	#2
Cengaeas Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 344 Senior Member	I think I might see just a ensy beansy smile on Miss Veronica's face in the second picture! It's that or a 'you have exactly five seconds to get me off this lap before I make a scene' smirk! (Your husband and Veronica have the same smile.....) Happy Easter, to you and yours! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 02:03 AM	#3
Prealiitellg Join Date Dec 2005 Posts 423 Senior Member	I thought your comment was so cute; I shared it with my husband, who did a "WHAT!!! You posted that picture!!!??? I was then informed that we both look like the walking dead; and that I should have posted this picture...which at least is...better. Frankly, I think they both look equally bad...but I told him I would post the other picture. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 02:13 AM	#4
Sliliashdes Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 375 Senior Member	Reading this story made me smile =) Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 02:20 AM	#5
Aceroassert Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 444 Senior Member	I think I might see just a ensy beansy smile on Miss Veronica's face in the second picture! It's that or a 'you have exactly five seconds to get me off this lap before I make a scene' smirk! (Your husband and Veronica have the same smile.....) Happy Easter, to you and yours! I thought the same thing! How cute though!! Happy Easter to Miss V and you and your husband! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 02:24 AM	#6
RSAccountssy Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 363 Senior Member	Well, I am truly jealous. I haven't dared take my dog, Iggy, to have his picture taken with Santa Claus, The Easter Bunny, or with any other holiday creature. She looks absolutely adora-bull and your story was just the best. I had so much fun reading it. Thank you! I am green with envy! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 02:53 AM	#7
exchpaypalgold Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 626 Senior Member	I love your stories! Those are cute pictures. Happy Easter to you, Veronica, and your husband. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 03:23 AM	#8
Dwerfsd Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 387 Senior Member	Love the story and yes..in the first photo they smiled the same..lol Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 04:18 AM	#9
MrGunjMan_ Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 470 Senior Member	So cute. I love reading your stories. Happy Easter! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 04:36 AM	#10
delnisfernan Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 544 Senior Member	Very cute & Funny!! Love your story! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 06:30 AM	#11
Abnorbprootly Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 452 Senior Member	I got a few laughs out of the story and the pic at the end had me lol'ing! Awesome story and adorabull pictures! You guys look so normal for Pit Bull owners. Don't ya know we're all crazed drug dealers and lowlifes? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 02:57 PM	#12
Prealiitellg Join Date Dec 2005 Posts 423 Senior Member	Thanks for reading everyone! I enjoy writing; and sharing my love of the indomitable Ms. V. I got a few laughs out of the story and the pic at the end had me lol'ing! Awesome story and adorabull pictures! You guys look so normal for Pit Bull owners. Don't ya know we're all crazed drug dealers and lowlifes? You have a keen eye MJ! Our cover as a a "normal" couple - Social Worker and Middle school teacher ...is finely honed. No one suspects that we are in fact in the top echelons of the Columbian drug trade; despite our flaunting it in their faces with our tell tale pit bull. One day, when we retire to the South of France on our ill gotten gains...I shall continue to pen tales of complete and utter fantasy. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 03:02 PM	#13
Zvssxstw Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 481 Senior Member	Well I think you look nice. Jmo the dog too lol but don't be so hard on yourself Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 03:19 PM	#14
77rexulceme Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 504 Senior Member	That was a great story and the pictures are so nice. Veronica looks so sweet! Thanks for sharing. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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ZZtop Join Date Nov 2005 Posts 634 Senior Member	that was hilarious. But that bunny is freaking me out. Those eyebrows make him look evil. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 04:42 PM	#16
Prealiitellg Join Date Dec 2005 Posts 423 Senior Member	Thank you everyone; happy Easter and/or Spring to all; and.. Well I think you look nice. Jmo the dog too lol but don't be so hard on yourself Thank you hon; Veronica and I will take the compliment! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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duminyricky Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 464 Senior Member	I think the picture with all of you is precious. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 08:52 PM	#18
k5wTvu9f Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 522 Senior Member	I think I would have slapped that rescue worker... Cute pictures. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 08:59 PM	#19
boxcigsnick Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 569 Senior Member	So cute! Will you be sending them around for easter?? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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04-17-2011, 09:48 PM	#20
U2DnBGFE Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 901 Senior Member	That is so cute! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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