A Dog's Perception

This morning on our daily AM potty walk outside, my dog and I noticed the landscapers using a trimmer cutting the grass around the trees. This is what I saw:

However, based on Koda running desperately in the other direction I do believe that this is what she saw:

This got me thinking about perception, mine vs. hers. This fun little game could be applied to many things, for example, the way a child sees things at different ages. But I can't cover it all at once so let’s start here.

Me – leaving for the day, pat the animals on their heads and look forward to seeing them when I get home.

Koda - My mom just died.

Me – Car ride to the dog park

Koda –

Me –

Koda –

Me –

Koda –

Me - Someone's at the door

Koda -

It's a wonder humans and dogs get along so well when we see things so differently!!