Natasha is a three-year old Rottweiler, formerly abused. It's quite amazing what a single Frito held over the camera will do to obtain your dog's undivided attention. It you wait until they fall asleep, however, they act surprised when someone actually does scratch their belly. The coat has filled in nicely, and she is starting to fill out a bit. While she hated it at first, Natasha's crate has become her safe place.
Many people have the mistaken notion that crates are cruel to the dog.
Actually, it's a place the dog can go and be out of the way and protected. Whenever Natasha isn't quite sure what's up, this is where she goes. Lately, though, she's taken to making a game out of whether she will let us close the door or not.