This day bed is in the “boy’s room” across from a high table that was Bob’s eating station and/or my craft table…although very little crafting has been done there… The table sits right under a large window that looks to the front porch and beyond.

When I go out without Bear, he doesn’t bolt for the door, he bolts for this day bed. He stands and watches to see where I go or what I do. I’m thrilled that there is no “making for the door and freedom” – I think, that since we always go out on leash AND have a routine of collar, down-stay, leash…open the door, wait various amount of time and then “Ok, Bear” to exit…it is unthinkable to dash out the door. Good deal!!

When I return from some outside errand, Bear is still on the day bed. We have a greeting, a small training treat and then resume whatever inside.

He also jumps on the day bed if he thinks there is something outside that he should keep an eye on. Yesterday, when I took this photo, he’d been making the rounds of the bed, living room chair, sunroom chair(s) and the day bed. He came and got me (YES, it is obvious when he comes and I am to come!) and I went with him to see what was up. Whatever was no longer in view…hence… just hangin’ out :)!