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Edgar stole from cabins "remorselessly." Why doesn't he feel remorse?
Why is the holiday that the people are celebrating in this chapter so appropriate for Edgar's situation? Whose howl does he hear in the distance? How does that fit in with the holiday?
The narrator tells us that Edgar and the dogs agreed on things and gives us insight into the dogs' thoughts concerning the new training. We also get into Baboo's dreams. How is it possible for the narrator to know these things?
Do you think the little girl is going to become a problem for Edgar, or is he just being overly paranoid?
Edgar is homesick but mostly misses Almondine. At the risk of making you sad, have you ever had a dog that you watched get old? Maybe even die of old age or get put down? How did you feel about watching that aging process? That's how Edgar feels now -- compounded by the fact that he feels guilt for having left
Almondine behind...
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The training for the dogs has changed in many ways. Edgar has become lenient on what he trains the dogs to do. Tasks that his mom would normally practice frequently, Edgar rarely does. Besides being in an unfamiliar environment, the dogs no longer have a consistent schedule. They travel long distances, sleep whenever resting is permitted, and hunt for food along the way. This way of life is very different compared to the kennel where they were trained daily, had the same pen as living quarters, and were fed at regular meal times. The lack of consistency causes Edgar to give the dogs a signal for a command, multiple times; instead of trusting that the dogs will obey the first time.
I think that Edgar does not feel remorse for stealing the food because he is simply trying to survive. He has a very good reason for running away, and if he didn’t find a source of food soon, Edgar and the dogs may not have survived much longer.
I guess I never really compared my dog and I to Edgar and Almodine. It was hard enough for me to witness my dog, every day, as she grew older. I can’t imagine knowing the condition my dog was in, and traveling away from her instead of staying with her.
Their new training lacked things like collars. No rewards such as food were available either. This forced Edgar to act more nicely with the dogs and give them more attention. Edgar doesn't feel remorse when he steals from cabins because he doesn't take a noticeable amount. Moreover, he feels what he is doing is a necessity rather than a crime. Also, he mostly did it for the dogs and not for himself. I think we are able to get into Baboo's dreams because the narrator is supposedly a dog.
I'm not sure if the little girl will be a problem or not. People may find out and the cops may be notified, so that may help the police find him. Edgar has continued to move (next chapter) though so he may be/get far enough away. Still, having the police know a spot you've been spotted in though remains dangerous.
The Fourth of July holiday that the people are celebrating connects to Edgar because the holiday celebrates independence and Edgar is now independent. The dog Edgar hears is the stary, Forte. Forte is probably independent too because he didn't appear to have an owner.
The training is different from how it was previously because now it is based entirely on survival. At the kennel, the training is to get the dogs behaving perfectly before they are placed. They learn many different commands so that in their new home they can connect with the new owner and behave more like another person than a dog. With Edgar in the wild, the dogs are trained to do what it takes to survive. They still perform the same tasks as at the kennel, but instead of being drilled on it, they are used when necessary. For example, if Edgar must hide they will lay down, if he needs to get into a cabin they will stay, and if he needs to watch something they will guard it. One example of the dogs guarding something is when they are called to surround the girl that sees Edgar in the woods. Edgar worries that the girl will cause major setbacks in his plan of escape but I don't think she will cause any harm. Not only will anybody who hears her story probably not believe it, but I think by making the person who sees him be a young girl, the author is using the innocence associated to hint that she won't be trouble for him.
The new style of training is far different form the previous. Now they are training to survive. Edgar now sees himself not as their master. He sees them teaching him as well. They agree with each other not just the human control the dogs. He uses the things they have learned in training to live. For example having them stay so he can get them food or guarding the girl so they can get away safely.
The holiday that people are celebrating is the 4th of July which fits with Edgar and his dogs because it is a liberating holiday. This celebrates when America got is freedom and now that they have run away they in a way have found freedom and independence. I'm guessing the howl they hear is Forte's which fits as well because he lives as an independent dog in the woods.
The training style has changed a lot recently in the story. Not only did they leave equipment behind, such as collars, but the food is scares. This makes it hard for him to continue training like him and his mother use to do. You could say the new training is a necessity in which they now need to survive. As I read the story I noticed Edgar is not only releasing the reins as the master, but learning from the dogs as well. They all start using the things they have learned to their benefit. The biggest example I saw was when he needed to go get food and all the dogs stayed and waited patiently for him.
The training is based more on survival. Instead of the tedious taring Edgar's mother did, they only walk long distances and to sleep when needed. The dogs don't need their previous training because they are out in the wild and it doesn't matter what they knew before. Edgar is teaching the dogs to wait for him when he gets their food which is a good skill.
If I ran away and I was hungry and the only way for me to get food was to steal, I wouldn't feel bad either. Edgar is trying to survive and if that means he needs to steal food, then so be it. He shouldn't feel bad for doing either, he should know that when he does return to civilization, stealing will not be the way like it was in the wild.
I can see the little girl being a problem. Edgar is on the run and he doesn't want to be found or spotted. The little girl seeing him could be a problem because she could go and tell her mother without thinking about how Edgar doesn't want to be found. I believe Edgar should be paranoid because of the girl does tell, the police can find him easier knowing where he has been.
In this chapter, they are celebrating 4th of July. I think this relates to Edgar because he is now independent, just like the holiday representing independence for America. I think the little girl won’t be a problem, because many times little kids are believed to be lying so adults don’t believe them. I think that means that the adults won’t take her serious and they won’t report the dogs and Edgar to the police.
I have watched three dogs grow old in my lifetime. One my family had to put down, the second suddenly got sick and passed away the same day, and the third I am watching get old and it worries me that soon we will have to put her down too. The aging progress is very sad and is something you can’t stop. I hope that Edgar goes back and Almondone is still around and doesn’t pass until he is back with her.
The reason that the training has changed is because the old training was not based as much on life experiences or survival processes. As they progress he starts training them to do things that may be more useful to them should something occur. The training he had began really became useful with the little girl because it gives him the chance to get away.
The training of the dogs changes because in the kennel the dogs learn tricks to help place them into new homes. Now, the dogs that are with Edgar are only trained when Edgar needs them to do something to keep them from being caught. For instance, when Edgar sneaks into someone’s house, he signals them to stay. Edgar does not feel remorse for stealing food from people’s homes because it is necessary for the dogs’ and his survival. Also he does not take all of their food, only enough for his dogs and himself. The little girl who Edgar runs into could be a potential problem down the road. The first thing she does after seeing him and his dogs is tells her friend. If she’s going to tell her friend she might also tell her parents, who might end up telling the police.
I believe that Edgar does not feel remorse when stealing from the cabins because he is just trying to survive. Edgar had so much going on in his life and he had a very good reason for running away. Not only was he still getting over the fact that his father was killed, but he also had to go around trying to be civil with the person who killed him. Edgar is in a very difficult position where he has three choices and he doesn’t want to choose two out of the three. Either he could go back home, die out in the wild, or he could try to survive by stealing things from other people’s cabins.
I had one of my dogs pass away a few years ago and it was one of the hardest things to get through. She had been my dog since I was a little girl and I considered her one of my best friends. Even though we couldn’t talk or do things that I could do with my other friends, she was always there for me. I guess that is what dogs should do for their owner, but she always made me feel happy when I was around her, kind of like the relationship between Edgar and Almondine. I can see how hard it must be for Edgar to watch his best friend slowly die, just like he watched his father die as well.
Edgar does not feel remorse while stealing because he needs the things he steals. Edgar needs the food he takes for himself and the dogs. He needs the bugs spray and the matches to survive out in the woods. Also he does not take too much from people, he only takes enough to keep the dogs and himself from starving. I also think that he doesn't feel bad because the people he is stealing from have more than enough and won't even notice the missing food.
With Edgar’s new training for the dogs he becomes more lenient and open. Normally the dogs are trained near the house or in kennels but this time he takes them out to the woods. The normal routine is gone, no collars and no leashes, it is all up to the dogs to train themselves and learn to survive with what is given. With allowing the dogs to control themselves he has learned a lot about them and how they work. In the book, they celebrate the Fourth of July. This is a good holiday for Edgar because it also portrays his independence as well. Edgars does not feel bad about taking food because it is part of his survival skills. In order to be independent and live this is what he needs to do. He tries to justify what he is doing to make himself feel better. His justification does make sense though, he is not stealing for pleasure he is stealing for survival. If he stole expensive valuable things then that would be incredibly wrong of him to do.
Training animals relies heavily on the resources available. Because Edgar left behind many of the necessary training tools such as collar and treats, he now must train the dogs without them. He teaches them survival techniques so that when the time comes, the dogs will be ready to do what he needs them to do.
Edgar does not feel remorse because he needs the things that he is stealing. These items are necessary for his survival and also the dogs survival. Edgar doesn't want to steal a lot, just enough for him and the dogs to survive. When someone has a surplus, they won't notice the bare minimum for survival if it is missing.
The dog’s consistent schedule practiced daily in the kennel has changed dramatically as they live in the woods. In the kennel the dogs were consistently fed and trained, and had specific pens they slept in. All of these things are constantly changing while on their journey. As they are not trained strictly and consistently, eat when food is provided, and sleep when possible, the dogs seem to drift farther and farther away from their ‘Sawtelle dog’ roots. I believe this is going to have a negative effect in the future.
The training has changed because they no longer always have a reward. And they can only do limited training tricks. Also, Edgar repeats his commands more than once which is not supposed to be allowed.
I don't know if the little girl will be a threat. It depends on who she is as a person and if she decides to tell and people believe her then either they'll just think it was some kid out with his dogs or they possibly have heard of a missing boy with dogs and they'll report where he was seen, then Edgar has something to worry about. All just depends on what actions are taken.
Yes I have had a pet grow old and die in front of my eyes. His name was Cocoa. He was a chocolate lab and he felt like family not just a pet. You see you both start out young when you meet, child and pup, then you grow up together. You bond, grow protective over one another, then you notice that the dog is aging faster than you. It sucks that you get so attached to them then watch them grow old. Their hips go bad, they lose their appetites, and they no longer can go on walks with you anymore. It sucks and you feel helpless. You feel like they were always there for you by your side and then they grow old. You want them to be a part of your new life set to come but they can't be. Their too old and soon their time will coming and soon enough it does. I'm a dog lover and when Cocoa died it was hard. He was a family member I grew up with and who I'll never forget.
I don’t think the little girl is going to have an effect on Edgar. If she went to the police about the dogs I don’t think they would fully believe her without talking to Edgar. I used to have a dog, named Duke, he was my dad’s dog that he had when my mom and dad first started dating. I grew up with him and he was just a great dog. There was actually a few times where he truly saved my life and I will never forget him. Almost four years ago he passed away of old age. He lived a great life though and I know he is waiting for me someplace else.
The training of the dogs has changed greatly to suit their new environment. Instead of learning cute tricks to impress possible new owners, they are now being taught how to survive on as little as possible. The reason that Edgar raids the cabins remorselessly is because he is simply trying to survive. He isn't stealing from them for the fun of it, but for real justifiable reasons.
I had a dog of mine pass away right before I started middle school. It was an extremely hard time to lose him because I usually relied on him for stress reliefe. At the time though, he was suffering of old age an hip problems. Being at my age, I could understand why he had to be put down but always had a selfish desire to keep him around. I can relate to Edgar in his feelings to have Almondine back, but also let her be on her own like she deserved.
The training that the dogs once had at the kennel is now being replaced with a new type of training. Instead of learning tricks to impress owners and buyers they are being schooled in the art of surviving in the woods with little to nothing to live off. The little girl can possibly be a huge threat to Edgar. It just takes on person to hear her say that she saw a boy with three dogs in the woods and make the connection to the missing person story (assuming that there is one). Or if the little girl does say something people may not believe her. Children often make up tall tales that have no truth within the story itself. Would it be wise for Edgar to stay on his toes and be alert? Of course! Edgar doesn't have to be paranoid about it but he definably should keep his guard up.
The training of the dogs has changed because they were doing simple tricks to please their owners but now they are being trained to survive on what little they have. The dogs way of life has also changed drastically because they used to be feed and have a clean place to sleep, but now they sleep on the dirt and eat whatever and whenever they can. Edgar stole from the cabins "remorselessly" because he knows that if he didn't steal from them he wouldn't survive. I don't think that the girl will be a big problem for Edgar because children tend to have big ideas and tell stories that aren't true.
The training is now different because the dogs are no longer in a controlled setting and they are given more attention because of the stimulating environment they find themselves in. Operant conditioning is more difficult to acquire if consistency cannot be maintained; once they were fed every day, now, they survive off of whatever they can catch. Edgar doesn’t feel bad if he steals to survive, because he doesn’t steal nearly enough to hurt (much less bother) the people he steals from.
Edgar doesn't feel remorse because he steals food for him to survive and that he steals an amount that the people he stole from won't notice. I have had a dog that watched me get old, two in fact. Sadie and Abbie are their names. Both had to be put down. About the aging process, it made me really sad to see the white fur on Sadie's muzzle, and how she had to take her time walking up and down stairs, and at one point she couldn't stand up at all, as when I was younger she didn't show signs like that of old age. I can really feel for Edgar having a bond like that, and the guilt he has.
The training has become relaxed for the dogs. Edgar steals without remorse because he is in survival mode. From the time I was born until I was 11, I had my dog Beau. He was my mother's wedding present from my father. When I was 11, he began to get weak. He got to the point where he couldn't even go up the stairs, so we took him to the vet, and they found two cancer tumors on his legs. He was in pain, and we didn't want him to suffer, so we had him put down. To this day, he was still the best dog I have ever had.
The new training lacked things such as collars, no rewards, such as food were available as well. Instead of learning tricks to impress possible owners, they were now being taught how to survive on very little. This forced Edgar to treat the dogs better, be more kind with the dogs and give them more attention. The training also changed in the aspect of their new environment.
Previous to my current dog, i had a black lab named Vixen. We had her for many, many years, 13 I believe. I remember getting her as a puppy and watching her get bigger and bigger and wondering where my little puppy had gone because I had this big dog now. When she passed last year, my family took it hard. After having her for so long it was devastating to part ways with her.
The survival-style training technique that Edgar is now using on the dogs is also an eye-opener for him. Edgar learns to treat the dogs better after a period of lackadaisically taking care of them. Edgar taking away the dog's treats, collars, and forces them to learn to survive on what little they do get, in case an owner ever treats them badly.
When I was growing up my family had a dog named Sparky. Technically Sparky and I grew up together because I was born and three days later my brother got Sparky as his Christmas present. I guess I never realized hat Sparky aged much faster than I did, because dogs don't show their age the way people do. When we had Sparky put down, it felt like our family had a hole in it. I was really emotional because when I was really little I would talk to Sparky like he was a human, and of course he was the best listener I had ever met; so not having someone to talk to that openly definitely made me feel like a piece of me was missing. Sometimes it really amazes me when people are unaffected by the loss of their pets because it makes me believe that they didn't take advantage of the love a pet can teach.
The training has changed because the dogs and Edgar are no longer training in an area they know and not just to keep the dogs in line and behaved. They're training for survival now that they are in the wild. They're training to survive. Along with that, the training seems to have slowed down a bit. Edgar isn't being to hard on the dogs to get something right. Its calmed down.
Edgar doesn't feel remorse about stealing from the cabins because hes stealing things that are keeping him and his dogs alive. Not only that, but hes taking so little supplies that the owners wont even know anything is missing. Along with that, Edgar cleans up any mess he makes and makes it look like nothings missing. If the owners not missing what is missing, why feel bad about it?
The holiday everyone is celebrating is the fourth of July. Independence day. They're celebrating their freedom. this is a pretty big deal for Edgar because this is the first time that hes actually alone. Hes in the wild by himself. No parents or adults to tell him what to sk right, or what hes doing wrong. Hes free. Along with that the howl he hears is fortes. The stray he "met" at his farm. Its pretty important because this is when Edgar knows that forte isn't dead. He actually survived out on the woods. By himself. All alone like Edgar. Gives him some hope I suppose.
The narrator knows things like the agreements between Edgar and his dogs, and Baboo’s dreams because the narrator is an all-knowing narrator. Throughout the novel, the narrator has provided background knowledge about the characters as well as feelings and opinions the characters have to give the reader a better understanding of the story.
The training for the dogs has changed to be very different. Rather than conventional practices, these dogs are learning to live in the wild. They are becoming obedient wolves rather than just pets.
Edgar's thefts are justified in the fact that they are for survival and are too petty to cause any adversity towards the victim.
The holiday that is being celebrated is the Fourth of July. Edgar feels freedom the same way that his fellow Americans do on that day.
Not only is Edgar teaching the dogs new tricks now, but he has to use different techniques and do it in a different environment. He no longer has the lead to correct the dog but has to trust that it will listen. He isn't teaching them simple tricks like down and stay anymore, but complex things like how to surround something and follow it until he releases them. He used to teach the dog in the mow or yard with very few distractions. Now, squirrels and bugs bother the dogs during training and they must force themselves to focus.
Edgar doesn't feel remorse for stealing from the cabins because he isn't doing it for fun. He could starve, steal, or return to living isolated from his family. After getting the advice from Ida Paine, it is the smartest decision for him to steal. He is doing it to survive and only taking what he needs so he doesn't feel bad for doing it.
In previous chapters, training the dogs has always followed a strict with a lead, but out in the woods Edgar has no leads with which he can perform the standard Sawtelle training. For this reason, Edgar comes up with his own sort of training to make the three dogs guard an object to stay, and the dogs know that by staying at that spot they will get the reward of food. When taking the food, Edgar feels no remorse because it's the only way to care for himself and the three dogs. If there were any other means of getting them food Edgar would probably do it, but with his description in the paper as a runaway Edgar has no choice, but to keep stealing the food for himself and his companions.
The training used to be basic commands and such that would be practiced a lot. Those commands were also more to sell the dogs than anything. The training is now solely survival. The usual schedule they used to follow is now gone and it's all about survival. That could be why Edgar doesn't feel remorse from stealing from the cabins. If he doesn't it would be a lot harder for him and the dogs to survive.
I don't think the little girl seeing Edgar will be very problematic. Of course it might restart the search for him, but he is constantly moving. The information on Edgar as a missing child has also stopped showing up in cabins, so most people around there probably don't know who he is. One of the few problems I see is that if the girls go to the police, they might put together what direction he is heading in. If they do then search parties will be on his tail soon.
When I was younger I had a dog named Brandy that I watched get old. My parents sent him to my grandma's house before he died, however, so that we wouldn't have to see it. One of my best friend's dogs has died within the past year or so and it was very sad. I went with her to pick him, when he was a puppy, so I've pretty much known him his entire life. His name was Oscar, and I ended up getting one of his puppies for my birthday one year. Anyway, Oscar ended up getting sick and died when he was still pretty young. The aging process is sad but it's part of life. Although I wish it didn't happen sometimes, it's a natural process that affects everything. I understand the guilt that Edgar felt, however, it was probably best for Almondine to stay home rather than embark on his tiring journey.
Being that Edgar and the dogs are in a new environment they have to learn new things and use new techniques. Edgar has strayed from the old training when he used a lead to teach the dogs simple commands to be well behaved dogs. The dogs now have to learn survival behaviors instead of what they are used to, the dogs also have a lot of distractions to add to the training. Edgar and the dogs are now in a survival of the fittest mindset.
The training lacked many things, whether it be because Edgar is becoming more lenient or he is getting nicer. The dogs didn't wear collars and the dogs didn't receive rewards. He doesn't do the things his mother usually had them do. They were also in a very unfamiliar environment.
The training has been changed from how it was before because now it’s all on survival. Only the strong will survive. When all the dogs first start out at the kennel the goal is to have well behaved dogs ready to be placed into well deserving homes. They are taught the simple commands that every well behaved dog should know. But when Edgar is in the wild, the dogs are doing whatever it takes to stay alive. Yes, they still may know the basics but only used when Edgar will hide, or go into a cottage or if he is watching people. The dogs will do anything to protect him and keep him safe, which was shown when the little girl saw him in the woods and they surrounded her.
This may be a little cliche’ to say but dogs are truly a mans best friend. I had to put down my 12 year old Basset Hound named Dottie this past Christmas and it was honestly one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. Even though she was 12 years old she would always act like a puppy, running around outside chasing butterflies to jumping up on my bed every night to cuddle. I was the only one out of the 5 kids that wanted to be in the room when she was put down, I was depressed for weeks after because it felt as though I had lost the closest thing to me. I wouldn’t want to ever go through that again.
Edgar’s new style of training focuses much less on basic commands and discipline, and instead focuses more on a deeper trust between him and the dogs. Edgar has no way to confine or control the dogs, given that the dogs have no collars, cages, or leashes. The fact that the dogs even choose to stay with Edgar shows great promise for this new period of training. Also, the dogs’ previous training focused mostly on creating a strict set of commands for them to follow, while Edgar’s latest training focuses on allowing the dogs to make decisions in their new environment.
Edgar steals from the cabins without remorse, but I feel that this is appropriate when his situation is taken into account. Edgar only steals what will aid his survival, and also only steals a portion of food from houses that seem to have plenty to offer.
The training of the dogs has changed from simple stays and releases to tricks that will help them survive. The dogs before were trained to be companion dogs in a home. Now Edgar trains the dogs to stay hidden and to help in the survival of them all. I do not think that the little girl will be a problem for Edgar. I don’t think people will believe her as much as Edgar thinks people will. Edgar is just paranoid of being found. I have a dog that is 12 years old and is starting to act older. He was always running around playing in the backyard but now he mostly lies around because of his age. It is weird to see picture of him as a young dog with none of the grey hair that take over his snout now. I can’t imagine coming home and not having him waiting for him at the door with his tail wagging.
The fourth of July, Independence day. It fits with Edgar's situation because he has finally become independent. He is living on his own, taking care of himself and his dogs without any help. He's becoming man and learning what it means to really be on your own. Normally this holiday is spent with family and close friends. All he has left of his family now is his dogs, and that doesn't really bother him. He likes to be on his own and fending for himself.
Edgar doesn't feel remorse when he steals from Cabins because he never means anyone harm, he just needs to survive.
In this Chapter the celebration of the Fourth of July goes well with Edgar's situation. It represents his independence and new found feeling of freedom.
I can feel what Edgar is feeling by missing Almondine. I have one dog now who is almost as old as I am. It's difficult seeing him because he's not the same way as he once was.I remember when he was younger and playful and now he has a hard time walking because of arthritis. I'm very thankful he is still around right now, but I also know that his time is coming up. Edgar is very sad for leaving Almondine behind, even though when he left they weren't on good terms. When it comes down to things, he loves that dog and that dog loves him. I think if something were to happen he would be very upset because of the way things would have ended between him and Almondine. I think it is good that Edgar is feelings what he is feeling.
Before I had the dog that I have now, I grew up with my other dog, Sam, who I saw grow older and older throughout time. She was already getting up in age when I was in kindergarten, but I had known her my whole life. She couldn't do all the things puppies could and she wasn't the most energetic, but she was the best behaved dog. We could take Sam on walks without a leash and she knew to never leave are unfenced yard. I feel like Edgar and I are similar in that way, Almondine is such a well behaved dog and knows what to do, but Edgar also notices that she is getting older and can't do as much as she could when she was a puppy. We ultimately had to put down Sam because of how old she was and to spare her from anymore pain. It was hard on our whole family like it was hard on Edgar once Almondine passed, I think in that moment we felt like we lost a best friend.
The training has changed because, the dogs have been in the woods and not in their normal training setting. Everything is different now such as the times the dogs are fed, and the smaller amounts.
The first dog i had in my family is still alive. but, my little cousin had a puppy named chip. He didn't get the chance to be old because, my little cousin was playing baseball and chip tried to chase it and he was too small to catch it. The ball hit him in the head and he passed away. Chip was an amazing dog and everyone loved seeing him. it's sad that we didn't get to watch him grow older.
The training of the dogs has become much different than when Edgar was back home. He is much more relaxed than his mother was. I see Edgar and the dogs more as friends than as master and students. The dogs are loyal to Edgar and Edgar is loyal to them. When Edgar commands the dogs to do something, he repeats himself. Usually his mother would get on him for not trusting the dogs.
Edgar doesn't feel remorse for stealing from the cabins because he is trying to survive. He is doing anything he can to keep him and his dogs alive and as healthy as they can be.
The holiday being celebrated his the Fourth of July. This holidays fits Edgar so well. The Fourth of July is to celebrate America's independence and freedom and Edgar is doing just the same. He is finally free from all the stress in his life (Even though he did encounter new stresses). I believe the howl in the distance is Forte. The Fourth of July relates to Forte too because he is an independent dog out on his own in the wilderness.
I've had many animals not jist a dog that grew old and had to be put down two cats and one dog soon to be another. Its hard on you. Its so noticeable when they get old. My animals weren't as lively they juat wanted to sleep and rest. Soon they kept getting sick. It was too much for them. It was obvious they were in pain. My dogs name was clyde. He reminds me a lot of almondine because how loyal and protective he was. He would watch over me like she would watch over edgar. He was always so loyal he waited for me to get off the bus. When I'd cross the street to go to my friends house he stood at rhe corner to watch. He wad amazing but soon he got older and couldn't walk or stand well. Then one day he fell down the stairs becuase he couldn't walk right that was when decided to put him down. We realized that was better ththan letting him suffer. It was sad but I will always remember him and all my other pets.
Edgar stole from the cabins "remorselessly" because he is trying to survive. When in survival mode, the slightest bit of food or water could could make a really big difference. Edgar is just doing what he needs to do in order to survive.
Watching the aging process of my own dog was one of the hardest things I've had to experience. One of the hardest things about it was trying process the fact that my dog wasn't able to do the usual day-to-day routine like going on walks or playing around. Edgar was probably feeling the same way when he knew he couldn't bring Almondine to have by his side like he usually did.
Edgar's training hasn't changed; it's focus is what's practical for the dogs to know. What's changed is what's useful for the dogs to know in this new environment. An example is how Edgar begins training the dogs with the "guarding" exercise. Later when the girl stumbles upon Edgar sleeping, the dogs are able to adapt the exercise. They appear threatening to the girl and warn her not to move. Something like this is more practical to Edgar than "crazy walking" now. Just like their game of tag was more useful to Edgar when he was testing Claude.
The dog's new training consists of survival techniques instead of their previous show-dog training. Edgar doesn't feel remorse because these people own cabins. If you own a cabin it's most likely not your primary home. Essentially he is stealing from the semi-wealthy and because of that wealth he doesn't feel bad. The way he is stealing also helps with the remorseless feeling; he steals very little and takes what they need to survive. Edgar doesn't leave any trail he was there and if he does make a mess, he always cleans it up. The holiday that people are celebrating is Independence Day and is appropriate in a couple ways. The first is that Edgar is becoming Independent himself, he doesn't need to be held and he needs to survive and by surviving he has become more mature and fleshed out as a person/character. The second way it's appropriate is that everyone is out enjoying themselves, having fun while he is trying to get food and survive the night. The howl that he heard could remind him of Forte. The girl shouldn't be a problem for Edgar, I doubt anyone would believe her anyway unless they personally knew Edgar, he is just being overly paranoid. Almondine is already an old dog so there wouldn't be much aging for him left to see. I've personally had a dog that was put down; however, It was so long ago I don’t remember much. I currently have a dog (a very good dog) who is at the end of his life cycle and will pass away soon. I doubt he will make it to when I leave for college.
The training is different because it no longer based on schedule, it is based on survival. Edgar has become more lenient on when things get done, and they sleep and hunt whenever possible.
Edgar does not feel remorse when he steals from the cabins because it is a necessity for his and the dogs survival.
I have watched my dog grow old over the years, and it kills me to know he will be gone someday. I have had him for as long as I can remember, and can even recall the day my parents brought him home (I even named him). Reading this is a harsh reminder that he won't be around forever.
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