My comments for Jane and Derek

Hi Jane and Derek,

Thanks for another lovely story, according to me slightly touching animal telepathy.

Smells.
I have taught my dogs when they are on the lead to only stop where I stop. This means there is no pulling. If you stop when the dog stops, the dog is leading. If the dog stops where you stop, you are leading. I used the following thought, when they wanted to stop in the past: Not here boys and girls. I know a better tree a bit farther down the road.

97 year old neighbour.
I am sure that the way you describe your dog's behaviour is not the result of telepathy. Nevertheless it is a lovely example of the adaptability of your dog. According to me your dog reads the body language of the elderly lady and senses her weak energy. In a beautiful way your dog adapts herself to the rythm and pace of the old lady. If she can do it with Eugenie, she can also do it with you.

Thanks and all the best.

Kindest regards from Brunothedoglistener