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May 05, 2006
OFF LEASH: On my ancestors
"Off Leash" is an occasional column by Fiddler. Past columns can be found here.
Whenever I meet someone new, he or she inevitably inquires about my lineage. Sometimes they guess: "Some German Shepherd, right? Maybe a little Collie?" Or, worse, they squat down next to me, place a hand on my head, and ask in a bright, disingenuous tone: "So ... what are you?"
Here's my answer: I am a dog. My parents were dogs. Their parents were dogs. And their parents before them. I am an unholy mixture of multiple breeds, the product of unsupervised humping, commonly known as a mutt. This fact does not bother me and I can't understand why it should concern you.
For the record, though, I am not offended, just annoyed. Now please get out of my way so I can finish my walk.
Posted by teb at May 5, 2006 11:41 AM