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Rain falls every day where I live, deep down south in Louisiana bayou country. And it never fails, Charlie, my nearly 10 year old schnoodle, gets upset. He cries, and I have to open the back door to let him run outside and bark at the rain. I tell him, “Charlie, it does this every day! You should know by now.”
This is a dog that sets his clock by a treat in the morning and a Dingo at dinner time. He knows when it’s time, and he sits by the cabinet and waits.
This is a dog who knows when I have tennis shoes on, we are going for a walk. His tail wags, and he gladly stands still for the leash.
This is a dog who grabs his ball and runs to the door when I say, “Daddy’s home!”
If you have a pet, you know how they are. Creatures of routine. So why, when the thunder booms and the rain falls, does he always need to bark it away? Ah, yes, routine. Rain comes around every afternoon. He feels the lower pressure. He anticipates the fearful storm. A creature of habit.
I hear the rumble of thunder, feel the rhythm of cicada song, and know that all is well with the world. Charlie is on call.
Charlie sits for a treat.
Reflections on the Teche 
Isn’t it amazing how our furry friend just know? Lucy gets impatient if I take too long to tie my shoes in the morning before our walks! Love the repetition in this slice, Margaret!
Oh, poor Charlie! Bella is not a fan of thunderstorms. I agree she is a creature of habit. Love my pup!
Beautifully written about Charlie and his habits, Margaret. With all your rain, one would think he would be used to it, yet there is something that touches him mightily.
Love this post. Charlie knows the rain. Poor Charlie. Just because one knows about something, doesn’t change how it makes one feel.
What a sweet post about your beloved pet! Life with Charlie sounds delightful. He has his job clearly defined when it comes to rain.
And all is well with the world…