Ubin Dogs

One of the nicest things about spending a day at Ubin is the laid back charm of the islanders, from the human inhabitants to canine residents. And whenever I am there, I usually go ga ga over the friendly dogs. Some of them do actually come right up to the basketball court where we usually meet and they are usually rewarded with a nice round of head rubs and pats. Even dogs that are relaxing by the road are never wary of strangers, and welcome affection. Which I usually give in large amounts, seeing that its been a long time since I have a dog to love.

The two pictures were taken about 8 months apart, showcasing 2 of Ubin's nicest looking resident dogs. The black and tan one is only a wee puppy, but already, he's so cute and goofy looking. He's got a brother who's brown and white, and no prize for guessing - their owners (the bike rental shop across the road from Ubin restaurant) have named them 'Blackie' and 'Brownie'.

I didn't see the brown boxer-like one last Saturday. He usually hangs out by the first rental shop. He's anotehr looker for a mutt. All brown and good musculature with a boxer like head and muzzle. And aloof. I like! Hope to see him again the next time I visit.