I created a lovely yin/yang spiral shawl pin today from copper - hammered, filed, tumbled and polished it - set it on the dining room table, and turned my back for a moment. It disappeared. Now I freely admit that I am somewhat distractable and have been known to forget where I put things, but this was pushing it. After a fruitless and increasingly frustrated search, I had a hunch, and sure enough, discovered a wee something carefully buried in the duvet:
So... for the record? Copper shawl pins are not greyhound-proof. They do a pretty sturdy job of holding together shawls and sweaters, but should probably not be used to entertain a large dog (or for that matter as a floatation device, safety harness for rock climbing, etc. You know, just to cover the possibilities.)
On the other hand, maybe I could sell it as genuine greyhound art... she did leave the clasp intact after all....
Oh No! naughty puppy! why? why do they do that? mine will grab the boys hoodie or backpack to play with, rather than the box of dog toys.
at least you can be pretty sure she will grow out of this stage....:)
Posted by: colleen | 15/10/2009 at 04:11 AM
....actually greyhounds are known for collecting things (and in some cases doing a surprising amount of damage in record time!) My last grey had a fondness for leather and couldn't be trusted if anything made of leather was within reach. I hope Eowyn turns out to be just a collector, once she is past the puppy stage! (Have you had any yarn go missing yet?)
Posted by: JT | 15/10/2009 at 05:19 AM
My in-law's dog eats paper -- that's a problem! They have to hide all the bills!
Posted by: Caffeine Girl | 15/10/2009 at 05:29 AM
The joys of pet ownership. If they weren't cute they'd be in danger.
Posted by: elan | 15/10/2009 at 06:57 AM
I love the idea of "greyhound art" ! Good thing you can keep your sense of humor about the destruction, then again, how can you be angry with such a beautiful and charming girl?
Posted by: Lee | 15/10/2009 at 07:31 AM
Oops!! Note to self...place completed art on HIGH puppy-proof shelf! :)
Posted by: Kerri | 15/10/2009 at 08:54 PM
Am I the only one cheering on the puppy?
How do they know until they try? I'm just hoping she a) didn't really enjoy it b) felt a little bit bad when you found it and scolded her and c) doesn't do it again!
I know its hard when you work on something - time lost, money lost, - but I'd rather it be this than something dangerous to her or larger/more valuable items.
Posted by: Bullwinkle | 16/10/2009 at 02:34 AM
So is this like the pictures that the elephant at the Calgary zoo paints?
Posted by: Judy G. | 16/10/2009 at 09:41 AM