Monday, October 15, 2018

All-weather Parker

There isn’t much that prevents Parker from enjoying his walks outside. During the summer, all was well, but when autumn came, and the leaves fell, he was puzzled. He didn’t mind the leaves, but he couldn’t find the grass. I saw him pawing at nature’s new carpeting. The sturdy-boy eventually found the grass underneath, and that seemed to satisfy him.




Then came some snow. We didn’t get much, but it changed the setting somewhat. Parker was bemused by this change, too, but not for long. He did a lot of sniffing, smelling the small patches of snow. He may have seen such precipitation before, but only from within a house. I don’t think he was impressed with what little aroma it had.




Parker is pretty much an all-weather harness-cat. Wind, he finds, brings him all kinds of scents. On windy days, we stand more than walk. As someone remarked, why should he go anywhere when the smells come to him?

He doesn’t care for rain. A few drops won’t deter him but a constant fall is not to his liking. He tried it once, and decided to go back inside very quickly. It’s a rare instance when he is eager to abandon the great outdoors.

But he has yet to encounter deep snow, or slush that is spattered across sidewalks and lawns. And he hasn’t had to brave very cold temperatures. When these days come, I will let him decide what he thinks of them. This winter, my all-weather Parker may prefer to view all the weather - from inside.

14 comments:

  1. The Hubby and I reminisce about the first time we allowed Chuck outside, when there was about a foot of snow on the ground, but the front porch as clear. His face said it all, "Hey! It's cold out here, and it's all white and boring, and LET ME INSIDE!" Much later, we took him out in the summertime, with a harness. He really didn't like it! Then, after even more time, The Hubby allowed him out without a harness and leash, and that's when Chuck began to enjoy the outside.

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  2. After looking at your pictures, I's say that Parker does indeed enjoy being outside. It will be interesting to see how he likes the winter weather. I bet he'll be happy to spend the day in your nice cozy apartment.

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  3. dood......we canna bee leeve ya getted snowz all reddy.....cranberrez we iz KNOT lookin for werd two it...N we haza gut feelin ewe iz knot gonna like it much either....best ta cozee up inn side witha nice fleece !!! :) ♥♥

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    1. Staying indoors during cold weather would get my vote...

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  4. I have an image of my mind of Parker decked out in a kitty parka or raincoat, and kitty galoshes. :-)

    Seriously, though, he's great on the harness and leash, seems like he's a delight to take out.

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  5. Parker, you are simply the best. When that wind blows and the scents come to you. We can picture your little face smelling the goodness in the air. Hope it's not going to be a bad winter for you, so you able to still go outside. Thanks for sharing the lovely photos. Have a great day.
    World of Animals

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  6. Parker is an adventurous boy and seems to take it all in his stride.

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  7. I love Parker's adventures and I can't wait to learn what he thinks of the winter weathers.

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  8. Nice to see Parker enjoying a walk.

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  9. Parker, you are such a good brave boy! I love the photo of him in the leaves, he almost disappears.

    I won't be surprised if he dislikes the snow as much as he does the rain. For my part, I'm right there with him.

    Eileen

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  10. With his Orange coloring he really blends well with the fallen leaves. If he didn't have his leash on, it would probably be hard to track the Orange boy! How wonderful that you make time with your busy schedule to see that Parker gets his walk! It's kinda fun that we get to follow along by seeing his pics.

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  11. Parker we sure are glad you have such enjoyable outings and we will look forward to hearing how you like the cold snow!

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  12. glad to hear he is having such a good time. it will be interesting to see what he does when there is more snow to walk on though

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  13. Parker looks so beautiful in the autumn leaves. If he’d cooperate, a closer photo would be marvelous for your rescue’s annual calandar.
    Very cold weather and slushy snow? Just say no, Parker, just say no.

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