Day 3: The short stay is coming to an end…

Ferguson had a restful night, sleeping soundly without moving around much. He started his morning with a potty break and a leisurely 30-minute stretch in the yard, taking his time to explore. When it was time for brunch, he was his usual slow and curious eater—I had to keep an eye on him to make sure he finished his meal without getting it stolen, especially since he was busy trying to sneak bites from others! He’s definitely not shy anymore, fully treating this place like home and feeling completely at ease while playing with Hershey.

Mr Ferguson’s Big Day

Today was a big day for Mr. Ferguson, the curious little terrier returned, only to find himself in what was probably the biggest doggy gathering he’d ever seen! I’ll admit I was a little concerned at first. With two larger dogs in the mix—a reserved Labradoodle who prefers solitude and a high-energy Border Collie; I wasn’t sure how he’d navigate the pack.

But, as always, Mr. Ferguson surprised me. He handled himself with confidence, mingling in just the right way. He even got close to Kora, who didn’t growl at him—a huge win considering how selective she can be. And with Bay, he blended in effortlessly, as if they’d been friends all along. Not to mention, Tosey, our house regular, has become his best friend, they were playing so hard when he first saw her.

That said, he did show a small regression from his last visit when it came to responding to his name. For the first few hours, he was half social, half independent—sometimes engaging with the group, other times wandering around on his own. The funniest part? His absolute fascination with the doggy door. Like clockwork, every 15 to 20 minutes, he’d let himself out, take in the fresh air, and then trot back in as if checking on things.

But by 7 PM, the energy had settled. After all the excitement, Mr. Ferguson and the rest of the gang curled up next to each other, exhausted but content.

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