Shelter dogs, inconsiderate cyclists

A dog at the animal shelter who shared a name with a dog who used to be in my life, Kuma, was euthanized today. He had dangerous behavior issues and had bitten volunteers, but I will miss him, and feel sad for a life that could have been much better. I'm sure his time in a dog pound, no matter how much volunteers work and care and love, didn't help. Dogs, and any animal, are a lifetime commitment. Don't forget that if you're thinking about having one in your home.

I always thought of my Kuma whenever I came to the shelter and saw him there. This was the last picture I took of my own Kuma.




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In other news, I got to the therapist today and found that someone had locked their bike flat across the entirety of one of the two bike racks, keeping other people from using it. I left a note tucked between his u-lock and bike frame. "The way you parked your bike is really inconvenient for other cyclists. Please don't be "that guy." Thanks!"

It was still there when I left my appointment, so hopefully it will remain until the owner sees it.