Gemotions

It wasn't just the escaping. It was the way Winston, the corgi, looked at him, as if it were all a game. As if George was an idiot for even trying to keep him out. George hated the way his own irritation was so visible. He was constantly flushing, trying not to show it.

He sat on his porch, watching Winston's owner, Linda, walk the dog. Linda was laughing, pointing at something in George's yard.

He decided to visit the local library. He needed to know something. He checked out books on dog behavior. He wanted to understand. He wanted to solve the problem. He came to believe that the key to dealing with the situation was to create something Winston absolutely hated.

George spent a lot of time and effort creating a complex system of noise-makers, triggered by movement. He felt an intense focus while he was working. He felt a profound sense of satisfaction when he finally activated the system and saw Winston’s confused retreat.