Posted by Dinah on February 12, 2009, at 7:55:37
In reply to Re: Herders -- Corgis ~ they stare, herd, and nip, posted by Looney Tunes on February 12, 2009, at 1:27:14
On the other hand, I had a Collie in the worst years of my childhood who would gaze searchingly into my eyes as I poured out my woes nose to nose, and mumble in that collie way under her breath, for all the world as if she were murmuring words of comfort.
A therapist who could do that would be worth his weight in gold. Maybe that's what they are aiming for.
Mind you, she was also soft and warm and solid and furry. So in that way she was better than a therapist.
Of course, I also had a sighthound who did something similar, except that she mirrored posture and tone. Her vocalizations would rise and fall with whoever was telling a sad tale of woe. But she was teasing us, not sympathizing so much. Little imp.
Still, I know my Collie was sincere, and I like to think the therapists are too.
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