The Bank

Hi All,
In case, dear readers, you think the only place where Baron is popular is the Optical Shop (remember, he has boosted their sales) you are wrong!  He is also well-liked at our neighborhood bank, probably because he has not been implicated in the recent increase of bank robberies in our community (I kid you not - on both counts).  The bank tellers greet him by name, and the bank officers leave their desks to say "hello" (to Baron, not me). The tellers all know about Baron's allergies, and therefore don't offer him treats.  They are even considering investing in special dog treats that are Baron-friendly (duck and potato). The mailman also greets Baron warmly; he is probably happy to receive a nonviolent welcome from a large dog - or any dog, for that matter.

As a result of his popularity at the bank, Baron assumes all bank visitors are also delighted to see him.  Unfortunately this is not necessarily the case.  While Baron's loyal employee (that would be me) was writing a check, Baron quickly abandoned his "sit" command to greet a bank customer.  This particular customer was not, let me repeat, not a fan of Baron (or any dog - you know the type).  Hence, when Baron, in an effort to establish eye contact, gracefully rose to his hind legs (aka jumped), she was, well, appalled. Fortunately, Baron's brave handler (also me), responding quickly, glared at the startled woman and insisted that she greet Baron warmly and with proper etiquette.  I commented on her lack of empathy - I mean, imagine Baron's hurt feelings!  OK, I might be exaggerating.  I was lucky to grab the buoyant Baron before he have her a big hug.

Life is always interesting here at Poodle Place.  I have to take Baron for a walk, more later.
Botswain