A Blue Merle Puppy Watched the Costume Parade From His Window Seat
Perched on the window seat, a blue merle puppy gazes out as costumed children make their way down the sunny street. One is dressed as a pumpkin, one as a ghost, and one as a black cat, and the autumn trees glow behind them. His speckled gray coat, soft ears, and pink nose are all turned toward the glass. The curtain is half drawn, a plant sits on the sill, and the golden light from outside falls across his face.
Merle puppies, like many Border Collies, are alert and curious, and they enjoy watching everything that moves. They are quick to learn, so a window view can be a good way to expose a puppy to new sights from a safe place. Pair that with treats and calm praise, and he may learn to enjoy visitors.
Halloween can be overwhelming for dogs, with doorbells and strangers in strange outfits. Giving him a quiet spot, a chew toy, and a gate or closed door will help him stay calm and safe. Make sure he cannot dash out, and make sure his tags and microchip details are up to date.
He seems to take in every costume carefully, as if he were the neighborhood's official parade watcher. He is quietly absorbed, and the whole scene feels like the happiest, calmest kind of Halloween.
