For Better or For Worse by Lynn Johnston for November 01, 2008

So the whole thing about Farley being the runt was just a sales pitch to get rid of him.

That woman could sell ice to eskimos!

No runar it wasn’t. I think the lady recognised that Elly needed some convincing. You have to remember that in those days Elly was still young and idealistic. She had obviously never knew the joys of having a dog, so rather than extole the virtues of pet ownership, which Elly possibly would’ve rejected, she chose to go down the emotional route.

Do what ever works to get the job done, I say.

It shouldn’t have taken so much convincing. That sweet puppy face should have been enough to melt anyone’s heart.

LOLs! I love Mrs. Baird. What clever Mrs. Baird to convince Elly about the “runt” pup? Susan, you are right. Elly got becoming a soft heart! AWWWW how sweet it was? Lovely huh! lols! I like the last panel I laughed. :-D

My Cocker went through 3 homes in 3 weeks before we got her. My husband said NO but my youngest daughter turned on the water works and we got to keep her Lady was our Farley. She lived a long loved life and passed away at 15.

When we went to pick out an English Springer puppy, There was one that came and sat right on my husband’s foot. He was the one. Man I loved that dog! He was my swimming buddy.

ok, this is almost exactly how I remember it, lol!! I read the collections all the time and this was one of my favorites.

Aaaahhhh! The old days! And razor sharp wit too boot!!

I had a beloved Golden Retriever (Brandy) who was also the runt of the litter. Her personality more than made up for her size, though. :) Glad to see Farley beginning his happy life.

Burgundy2 says:

sounds wonderful Margueritem - what is/was his name?

His name was Fred. He lived to age 12. My kakyak is named after him, because he loved the water so much. Right now we have three dogs, all rescues. One is a therapy dog, and he and I visit patients at the local hospital once a week. Tell me about your dogs.

Everyone knew Elly wouldn’t be able to resist a cute puppy. It’s a done deal.