To be fair, it was too hot for periods last summer, and under those conditions she just came with me. I would never do anything that hurt my little friend. Fortunately almost all shops in Bromyard are dog friendly! It is that sort of place. Even the Co-op has a place where you can attach the lead, but the dog can see you through the large windows!
In fact I am requested to bring her into the iron-mongers, because she likes the owner's little terrier sort mongrel!
One compliment I was glad to receive was from the vet, who Lu has seen a few times, firstly for a dog MOT, and subsequently for collecting flea and worming treatments. The young lady vet congratulated me on her condition and temperament. Initially she was emaciated, but rapidly became standard weight for type and size, and has stayed there, with a lovely soft coat and properly damp nose and bright eyes. She said that whatever I was doing was just so and carry on. The reason for not having a dog since 1997 is that I was working too many hours and could not give the time a dog needs to thrive. A good dog requires a lot of love and careful guidance as to the absolutely not on behaviour. I have the time now, and she comes to work with me gardening and general handyman, every day. I only take work from dog friendly people!
Best wishes from George