The Dextervator…
I've taught Dexter a new word – Dig!
And because dogs like visual body-language cues as well as verbal commands this is also accompanied by me demonstrating with my hands (I look like a demented hamster in a wheel).
And he's great at digging! Sadly none of the photos really captures the energy of Dexter in 'action' digging with dirt flying in all directions. He'll occasionally stop to have a deep sniff of something he uncovers or to chew on a root but all in it's fantastic to have such enthusiastic help!
It's great because it wears down his claws (we walk mostly on trails so his claws get long) and he not only helps us, but also provides a much needed amusement break when you've had enough of doing physical labour. The soil here is pretty rocky, so it's a slow and painstaking process…
Thanks Dexter!
