Tanner chews on the bone and is completely oblivious to the world around him. This sweet dachshund is one of the sweet puppies that I sit for over my breaks. He has a sister, sweet Pepper, who is now laying by the door waiting for a walk.
There is one problem. Tanner is an escape artist. His low lean physique allows him to get through spaces I cannot. Admittedly, his mom tells me, he gets out about once a week.
The house has a beautiful, but steep backyard where wildlife have been known to roam. Mom tells me about a porcupine encounter. I tell you, I would have no idea what to do if I saw one. The fence in the back is a crisp cross of metal, where you can see the picturesque backdrop of a natural creek. The trees, brush, and rock, are nothing short of a nature’s artwork. Tanner loves to dig through the rocks that imprison him and run errant in the natural playscape.
My hope is that he doesn’t escape. For now I have won and he is cuddling.
My “lumpy” friend Tanner!
joyfulwritinglife 
The way you have described the attributes of this sweet dog made me wish I had a Tanner of my own. Well, one that wouldn’t run away!
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An adorable little escape artist. Hope he doesn’t escape and just cuddles!
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What a wonderful way to spend Spring Break! “Mom tells me about a porcupine encounter.” After reading this line, all I could think was that I wouldn’t let Tanner outside. I know that he loves the beauty of the landscape, but a porcupine encounter might not be worth it. Hopefully, Tanner won’t slip away. Good luck!
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So cute! I hope you win him over and he stays put.
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I love your descriptions! Wishing you an escape-less break! ~JudyK š
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I enjoyed the descriptive detail you used to describe the escape artist and his home.
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Sounds like a great way to kick of spring break! Enjoy the doggie snuggles and the time to relax!
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A great way to start spring break! Aww, seems like Tanner might be a bit bashful even if he is an escape artist!
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