Taro
Taro is a 4-year old Welsh Corgie, the beloved pet of a friend. About a month ago he was attacked by some village dogs. Till the matter is resolved, Taro is staying with us.
Taro means "first born" in Japanese and he is more human than canine. He insists on hanging around us, sleeps in the bedroom, and, uncannily, can read our moods. When we go out, he lies by the front door awaiting our return, however late it may be.
This is Taro's third stay with us. As a result of his repeated visits, Taro is familiar with my house and he's also known to my neighbors. Taro's is affectionate and never barks at visitors or at the neighbours.
The joy of keeping a pet, even temporarily, is in walking him. We walk with Taro in the morning and evening. We go along Tai Mong Tsai Road to a nearby temple. Taro hangs around us impatiently when the usual "walk time" comes around.
Approach to temple
The temple is located about half a kilometer from my house, right next to the country residence of David Tang of "Shanghai Tang" fame. I believe he's a patron of the temple. Chris Patten, the former Governor, had been present at the opening, as seen in some photos that hang inside the temple.
The temple
The temple overlooks the lovely Jade Bay and is not often visited because it's hidden from the road. We pause to enjoy the scenery and to light a few incense sticks.
Jade Bay, off Tai Mong Tsai Road, Sai Kung
What dogs love the most, next to eating, is walking, and walking them is the surest way to bond with dogs. But, in Hong Kong, I see many dogs being walked by domestic helpers who are on their mobile phones instead of paying attention to the dogs. I wonder if the dogs' owners realize what they are missing.
Fawzia with Taro
I can see that you are truly enjoying your days around Sai Kung, surrounded by the natural scenery all the time!!
ReplyDeleteEmily Lui
Taro is really cute! Personally I am very afraid of dogs, but this kind... not so afraid, cos they look really soft and kind, and have short legs, so I figured they wouldn't be able to chase me around. :-)
ReplyDeleteWill you consider keeping a dog, or other pets (other than fish), yourself? Or is it too much work? :P
Stacey,
ReplyDeleteWhen the problem with the attacking dogs is taken care of, Taro will go back to the owner. But it's going to be very hard for us (and him, maybe!), because we have grown so attached to him.
I'm lost in Taro's beautiful, shiny and friendy eyes!
ReplyDeleteMeedy:)