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sarahlooo · #1 (**permalink**) 04-22-2019, 06:05 AM

As some of you may know, Professor Fuller-Thompson had previously worked at Hogwarts as the Charms instructor for four years. It wasn't a particularly long time, but Piers gained many of his gray hairs in those four years. That and a few other things led him to essentially "retire" in 2085, when he went home to his lovely husband in Brighton and opened up his very own doggy daycare. Ahh, life... Life was wonderful.

Well, now Piers is back. Retirement is over. But his doggy daycare is NOT. Over the thirteen years that Piers stayed at home and lived a good, calm life, filled with dogs and gardening, Piers happened to.. gain quite a lot of dogs. And he couldn't just LEAVE them behind.

So, just beside the hut, a ways away from the pumpkin patch, is a fenced in area where Piers' current FIVE dogs stay when he is busy teaching lessons or attending meetings. It is a large area with lots of toys, a large feeding and water area for when they get hungry, and a couple shelters to either stay warm from the cold, or stay cool from the sun (depends on the season). From the looks of it, the dogs have a pretty good life.

However, dogs do need human interaction to stay sane. On the fence, there is a sign that reads:

"WELCOME TO PIERS' DOGGY DAYCARE
Students and faculty are welcome to hop the fence and play with the dogs.
Treats are permitted ONLY when the dogs are good.
Please do not remove any dogs from fenced area without permission."

OOC: In other words, come play with the dogs! Feel free to RP your character coming to play with the dogs, chase the dogs, feed the dogs treats, etc.

List of Dogs:
Lucy - black lab

Simon - australian shepherd

Bumper - golden retriever

Winnie - australian shepherd

Benji - chocolate lab

QueenGinger · 06-03-2019, 02:58 AM

Rhett was sure the four legged creatures were going to kill him. Like most certainly positive they would kill him. But of course, Cassidy just had to drag him along. ”But seriously though, that one there,” Rhett said pointing to Simon the Australian Shepherd ”Looks like he’s going to bite my arm off.” He absolutely was NOT going to make it to the end of the day at this rate.

”Besides, this one looks like the pits of the Forbidden Forrest, and that can not possibly be anything but bad. Rhett eyeballed the black lab standing closest to him. At least it didn’t look like it was going to tear his arm off like the other one.

GrapehSarah · 06-03-2019, 03:03 AM

Cassidy just rolled her eyes at her brother's comments. "There is nothing wrong with them. They're just adorable creatures that need someone to come and give them attention which is what WE are here to do." She put big emphasis on the we as she moved closer to the one the big brown one. She was all smiles, as always.

She had been trying to get Rhett down here since day one when she found this place because these dogs were just the cutest things she had ever seen. She turned to look at the one Rhett was mentioning now. "There is nothing wrong with any of the dogs. You are just being a giant worry wart like always."

Cassidy reached her hand out and gently patted Benji on the head. "See. Harmless."

QueenGinger · 06-03-2019, 03:14 AM

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Originally Posted by GrapehSarah

Cassidy just rolled her eyes at her brother's comments. "There is nothing wrong with them. They're just adorable creatures that need someone to come and give them attention which is what WE are here to do." She put big emphasis on the we as she moved closer to the one the big brown one. She was all smiles, as always.

She had been trying to get Rhett down here since day one when she found this place because these dogs were just the cutest things she had ever seen. She turned to look at the one Rhett was mentioning now. "There is nothing wrong with any of the dogs. You are just being a giant worry wart like always."

Cassidy reached her hand out and gently patted Benji on the head. "See. Harmless."

Rhett pursed his lips at his sister. ”What if he just snapped at you? Huh?” He asked. Because you know, things could happen. “Besides, what is even the point of this.” He guestured with both hands to the play pen and twirled around in a circle. “Aren’t we supposed to be learning magic? What’s so magical about these doooooogs?!”

Rhett’s eyes rolled, of course she would say that. She was the one who was so...soooo....not a worrier! ”If I didn’t think of our best interest and safety, what do you think would happen to us?” He asked her as he crossed his arms.

The Australian Shephard wagged his tail and approached Rhett. ”WHAAAT are you DOING?!” He jumped back quickly and stuck his hands out in front of him as if to provide a barrier between the dog and himself. He clenched his eyes shut, ready for the inevitable tearing of his arms off...

”What?!” was all Rhett could manage as the dog put his nose against one of Rhetts hands and began to sniff him.

GrapehSarah · 06-03-2019, 03:22 AM

Cassidy rolled her eyes, yet again, at her brother's comments. Rhett was just being his normal boring self. "He would have moved away from me if he didn't want to be touched Rhett." Duh. "They're dogs. They don't need to have a point other than being cute, right boy?" She said the last part facing Benji, giving the brown lab a good scratch up under the ears. She ignored that last comment, still content petting Benji.

"You always get yourself worked up and then nothing happens. Every time." This was starting to sound like their last trip to the zoo.

Cassidy couldn't help but laugh at Rhett's reaction to the dog's actions. "He just wants to say hello Rhett. No need to freak out. Give him some head scratches and he'll calm down." Just like good ol' Benji.

QueenGinger · 06-03-2019, 03:34 AM

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Cassidy rolled her eyes, yet again, at her brother's comments. Rhett was just being his normal boring self. "He would have moved away from me if he didn't want to be touched Rhett." Duh. "They're dogs. They don't need to have a point other than being cute, right boy?" She said the last part facing Benji, giving the brown lab a good scratch up under the ears. She ignored that last comment, still content petting Benji.

"You always get yourself worked up and then nothing happens. Every time." This was starting to sound like their last trip to the zoo.

Cassidy couldn't help but laugh at Rhett's reaction to the dog's actions. "He just wants to say hello Rhett. No need to freak out. Give him some head scratches and he'll calm down." Just like good ol' Benji.

It was Rhett’s turn to roll eyes again. One day, something big is going to happen, and you would know about it because I’ve already warned you. He rolled his eyes again, because really, he was just trying to save his sister’s life and she was being sooooo unappreciative of it!

Slowly opening his eyes he looked at Simon. The dog’s tail was wagging. Surely that meant the dog was happy to have Rhett within a short distance to make it easier to attain his arms for a snack. I’ll take my chances and not pet him. He firmly decided.

[b]What do you like to do in your spare time, besides obviously being a dog?[b] Rhett asked the dog. Surely it didn’t just eat and stand there wagging it’s tail waiting for the moment to get Rhett when he least expected it. You know, if you just stay there and not move, we could maybe, maybe be friends. I mean, I’ll have to think about it. Rhett told the dog.

GrapehSarah · 06-03-2019, 03:41 AM

Cassidy shook her head. "Like that time the giraffe was going to bite my fingers off right?" She raised an eyebrow at him.

"But that's all he wants is a little attention...or a treat. I wonder if Professor Fuller-Thompson has any around here." Cassidy gave Benji one last pat before standing up to look for some treats. As she walked away, Benji followed her. She grinned, glad to have mad a furry friend.

"Rhett. It's a living breathing thing. It's not just gonna sit there." Cassidy said now being followed by Bumper as well. "Now why don't you help me look for some treats."

QueenGinger · 06-05-2019, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GrapehSarah

Cassidy shook her head. "Like that time the giraffe was going to bite my fingers off right?" She raised an eyebrow at him.

"But that's all he wants is a little attention...or a treat. I wonder if Professor Fuller-Thompson has any around here." Cassidy gave Benji one last pat before standing up to look for some treats. As she walked away, Benji followed her. She grinned, glad to have mad a furry friend.

"Rhett. It's a living breathing thing. It's not just gonna sit there." Cassidy said now being followed by Bumper as well. "Now why don't you help me look for some treats."

Of course she had to bring up the giraffe incident. What everyone else didn’t know was the giraffe had been eyeballing his sister like he was ready to nibble her fingers right off. Rhett rolled his eyes. Cassidy just didn’t appreciate all the love and thought he took in looking out for her. Maybe, just maybe the screaming fit he threw that required their parents to vacate them from the area was a tad bit dramatic.

Plenty of living things just sit there. Like koala bears. And sloths. They still move and all but they don’t do a whole bunch of it. He looked back at Simon and raised his eyebrows. Can we try summoning our inner sloth? Or our inner koala bears? Rhett asked Simon. Simon cocked his head the side and came closer to Rhett. Is that a ‘no’ I’m getting? I feel like it is.. Rhett rolled his eyes before bravely reaching out and with a single finger scratched the top of Simon’s head for a second. JUST A SECOND though, because anything longer could provoke him.

Now that he had so bravely lived through giving Simon a scratch on the head, Rhett stepped away from the dog and put a few feet between them. He could look for treats, then he was going to be less of a threat that way. Over there, Cass! Rhett pointed across the fenced in area where a small trunk was seated. I’m sure they’re in there. He confirmed nodding his head.

GrapehSarah · 06-05-2019, 01:46 AM

Cassidy couldn't help but giggle at Rhett's conversation with the dog. For someone who didn't like animals that much, he was doing fairly well with them. She would never understand why he didn't like animals. They were so cute and cuddly and even if they weren't cute and cuddly they were still in need of love. "See. Nothing bad happened." She said after she noticed his poor attempt of petting the poor dog. "Now actually pet the poor guy."

Cassidy was doing just fine with Benji and Bumper following in her footsteps. It was like they knew she was looking for treats for them. She was shocked the others hadn't joined, but figured they would as soon as she found some. Cassidy walked over to where Rhett had pointed. Eureka! "Look what I found..." She said in her most sing songy voice to the two dogs sitting diligently behind her as she pulled out a handful of dog treats.

QueenGinger · 06-06-2019, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by GrapehSarah

Cassidy couldn't help but giggle at Rhett's conversation with the dog. For someone who didn't like animals that much, he was doing fairly well with them. She would never understand why he didn't like animals. They were so cute and cuddly and even if they weren't cute and cuddly they were still in need of love. "See. Nothing bad happened." She said after she noticed his poor attempt of petting the poor dog. "Now actually pet the poor guy."

Cassidy was doing just fine with Benji and Bumper following in her footsteps. It was like they knew she was looking for treats for them. She was shocked the others hadn't joined, but figured they would as soon as she found some. Cassidy walked over to where Rhett had pointed. Eureka! "Look what I found..." She said in her most sing songy voice to the two dogs sitting diligently behind her as she pulled out a handful of dog treats.

Sure, nothing happened this time. Rhett followed behind Cassidy, careful to not trip for fear that the dogs would at the very very least slobber all over him. Give me one of those. Rhett held his hand out, palm up to receive a dog treat from Cassidy.

Rhett rolled his eyes at his twin's singing - it was too often a normal occurrence, or so it felt to him. Let's see if I can tame Simon with one of these. Rhett took a treat and turned around to face the dogs, Simon included in that group. Sit. Rhett said firmly. Simon and one of the other dogs both sat at the same time. Oh, look. We can be tamed after all...we're going to need more of these. Rhett murmured as he gave Simon the first treat.

GrapehSarah · 06-08-2019, 02:09 AM

"Did you forget your manners?" Cassidy handed him a couple treats anyways knowing she would probably just get an eye roll in return. They'd lived together their whole lives. Not much was going to change in how they acted around one another.

She turned back to see that the other dogs had joined the fray, tails wagging away. Clearly they knew the drill all too well. Good. The more the merrier in Cassidy's mind. "Can you sit?" Cassidy raised an eyebrow, addressing her furry friends. "Sit." She said more forcefully. When they all sat, she gave each of them a treat. She giggled at Rhett's comment. "There's plenty but we don't want to give them too many." Who knew how many people came and visited them.

laurange · 06-26-2019, 12:27 PM

PUPPIES!

Well, more like fully grown dogs, but all fully grown dogs were actually just oversized puppies so the shoe still fit! Simran had been planning to visit the doggies for a long time and now that she was finally on top of grading, she had time! She'd definitely planned for this. Totally.

That was a lie, she had three more batches of homework to grade and she was going a little cuckoo in the Astronomy tower so she decided that playing with some puppies would at least, y'know, de-stress her a little bit. Because puppies.

So there she was, hopping over a fence like the juvenile delinquent she hadn't been in 70 years, for puppies.

iBeJenn · 06-27-2019, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by laurange

PUPPIES!

Well, more like fully grown dogs, but all fully grown dogs were actually just oversized puppies so the shoe still fit! Simran had been planning to visit the doggies for a long time and now that she was finally on top of grading, she had time! She'd definitely planned for this. Totally.

That was a lie, she had three more batches of homework to grade and she was going a little cuckoo in the Astronomy tower so she decided that playing with some puppies would at least, y'know, de-stress her a little bit. Because puppies.

So there she was, hopping over a fence like the juvenile delinquent she hadn't been in 70 years, for puppies.

This felt like back home. Her mum always had creatures around and some were magical and some mundane but nevertheless, they were all lovable. Juliette stared at the ~~cute little puppies~~ dogs from behind the fence wondering if she should jump over it or not... because surely there had to be a better way of getting to the dogs other than-

Was that...

Juliette blinked her eyes a few times then rubbed them just to be sure that she had witnessed correctly.

... Yup. The professor had definitely jumped over the fence to play with some dogs.

"PSSSSSSSSST. Professor." Juliette hopped over the fence to join the woman. "You're really cool for doing that."

laurange · 06-29-2019, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by iBeJenn

This felt like back home. Her mum always had creatures around and some were magical and some mundane but nevertheless, they were all lovable. Juliette stared at the ~~cute little puppies~~ dogs from behind the fence wondering if she should jump over it or not... because surely there had to be a better way of getting to the dogs other than-

Was that...

Juliette blinked her eyes a few times then rubbed them just to be sure that she had witnessed correctly.

... Yup. The professor had definitely jumped over the fence to play with some dogs.

"PSSSSSSSSST. Professor." Juliette hopped over the fence to join the woman. "You're really cool for doing that."

Simran loved dogs, and would have adopted many of her own if her lifestyle would have allowed her to do so, but her schedule during her years in Germany at Oxford had made it difficult, at best, to raise a dog. And when summer rolled around, she would be off somewhere, doing some extreme sport or other. She'd adopted a cat, once, after Rishi died, because it had wandered into her office and decided to take up residence, but no pets since then.

Instead, she lived vicariously through Amrita's cat, Mauza. But inside, she longed for doggos. Maybe she'd adopt one this summer and Pierson would let her keep the furbaby in this convenient playpen. He'd have lots of friends and lots of space. She'd have to talk to him later about it.

Meanwhile, though, she was giving ALL THE SMOOCHES AND SCRITCHES to the doggies. Woof woof indeed. She had, unfortunately, barely begun before she was interrupted. Simran turned her head, and found one of her first years close by.

"Miss Zabini-Riddle" she smiled in greeting, hand still scratching the nearest ~~puppy~~ dog behind the ears. And then, with her most dramatic sad smile, she shrugged. "I didn't see a gate, it couldn't be avoided."

Sometimes the Gryffindor showed. Today it was Particularly Strong. But so was her love for dogs because she wasn't even mad about the one biting on her shoe. Actually, she found it rather cute.

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