Fraternity-Testvériség, 1963 (40. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

1963-02-01 / 2. szám

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FRATERNITY

panion. A dog has infinite patience with a young child, and will devote a lot of time to “training” his young master.

Spots was soon an important member of the Roselin family. Any dog will respond to love, attention and proper training. Using the Purina booklets, A1 was able to housebreak Spots in a short time, as well as teach him commands and simple tricks.

Though primarily an outdoor dog, Spots learned to respect the family home and furniture on his frequent visits into the house. And with the aid of the “Good Dog Neighbor” booklet, the Roselins made sure

their new pet didn’t become a pest in the community.

He was given the run of the yard, where he could get plenty of fresh air and exercise. However, certain areas were taboo, for both boy and dog. The woods surrounding the Roselin property — though

intriguing to a curious toddler — were strictly off-limits.

But, unable to resist temptation, Joel chose a balmy summer afternoon to explore the great unknown. Spots waited to make certain of Joel’s destination, then calmly walked up, blocked his path and politely fended him off each time he headed for the trees. Result: one young boy still safe in his own back yard.

By this time, A1 and Nancy were definitely convinced that their choice was correct. Boy and dog loved to romp and frolic together;

Joel became a good little “master” (with Daddy’s help), and Spots in addition to being a playmate, became a good watchdog and protector.

Spots doesn’t let just “anyone” on the Roselin grounds, especially when Joel is out playing! Strangers are greeted with a growl until the all-clear is given by A1 or Nancy.

Rainy days are no longer a problem for Mom when Joel can’t go out to play. With a familiar scratch at the back door, Mother’s helper has arrived. Spots heads straight for Joel’s room, and takes over the

task of entertaining the baby for the day.

A1 has certainly lived up to his word — his son didn’t have to

wait to grow up to get a dog. He’s growing up with one, and the

whole family is much happier for it. A1 even taught Spots a few tricks of his own. After all, a boy and dog just seem to go together — the age of the boy is really quite unimportant!

The Encyclopedia Britannica (1949 ed.) says on Dezső Szabó:

“Desiré Szabó, in his loftily conceived work, describes the great cataclysm of the World War and the determined defense made by the Hungarians, in both the material and the moral spheres against the foreign invader.”