POI fic - Introductions
TITLE: POI fic - Introductions
AUTHOR: whomii2
RATING: G
DISCLAIMER: do not own
SUMMARY: Little Dog series #11: Bear meets Kipling
Harold was rescued from Root and their little “family” was whole once more. Even better, it was growing. The only thing remaining was to see how the little guy took to their newest canine member.
Since John had been devoting all his time and energy into trying to find Harold and dealing with the numbers, he had been unable to look after Kipling properly. Fusco and Carter were just as preoccupied, so Reese had thought it best to board Kipling with some people who could properly look after the dog until they recovered Finch. John had felt bad about abandoning the dog while he was still pining after one master, but he couldn't see any other solution. At least the temporary caregivers could provide Kipling some time and attention, even if it wasn't the attention the little dog longed for.
John's guilt about his perceived abandonment of Kipling was one of the reasons he was unwilling to leave the military dog. He had let down one canine, he didn't want to do the same to another. He wasn't sure how Harold would react to the new dog on his return, but Harold had a big heart. He had learned to love Kipling, surely he would also love the newly christened “Bear” as well (not to mention Harold's tendency to take in strays).
Unfortunately Bear didn't make the best first impression on Finch. They were determined that his introduction to the last member of the family should go somewhat better. John went to fetch Kipling from his keepers, and had to smile at the little dog's enthusiastic reunion with his master. Harold himself seemed to perk up a little as well. Once the two of them had finished their greetings, John went to retrieve Bear from where he was waiting in another room.
Bear entered the room calmly at John's side, and the two dogs were cautiously introduced to each other. There was an initial tense stare down, one dog looking down while the other gazed up. Then Bear gave a gentle sniff at Kipling, who wagged his tail tentatively in response. It seemed to be going well and the two humans sighed in relief. Perhaps a little play to release the tension and cement the friendship?
John picked up the worn tennis ball and tossed it down the hallway, both canines taking off in hot pursuit. With his longer legs Bear easily reached the ball first. Kipling circled him, barking excitedly and jumping up and down. Bear was more dignified as he sauntered back with the ball, but the wag of his tail indicated he was enjoying himself. The game of catch was repeated several times, Bear easily winning each time. Eventually it became too tiring for the older Kipling, who lay down panting half way down the hall. Bear approached his new comrade slowly. Dropping the ball, he nudged it over with his nose. Kipling rewarded him with a lick before grabbing the ball and proudly walking back to the humans while Bear ambled along contentedly in his wake. The two then settled down together in the large plush bed bought to accommodate Bear, and shared a cuddle in addition to a well-deserved treat.
Everyone was finally home.
AUTHOR: whomii2
RATING: G
DISCLAIMER: do not own
SUMMARY: Little Dog series #11: Bear meets Kipling
Harold was rescued from Root and their little “family” was whole once more. Even better, it was growing. The only thing remaining was to see how the little guy took to their newest canine member.
Since John had been devoting all his time and energy into trying to find Harold and dealing with the numbers, he had been unable to look after Kipling properly. Fusco and Carter were just as preoccupied, so Reese had thought it best to board Kipling with some people who could properly look after the dog until they recovered Finch. John had felt bad about abandoning the dog while he was still pining after one master, but he couldn't see any other solution. At least the temporary caregivers could provide Kipling some time and attention, even if it wasn't the attention the little dog longed for.
John's guilt about his perceived abandonment of Kipling was one of the reasons he was unwilling to leave the military dog. He had let down one canine, he didn't want to do the same to another. He wasn't sure how Harold would react to the new dog on his return, but Harold had a big heart. He had learned to love Kipling, surely he would also love the newly christened “Bear” as well (not to mention Harold's tendency to take in strays).
Unfortunately Bear didn't make the best first impression on Finch. They were determined that his introduction to the last member of the family should go somewhat better. John went to fetch Kipling from his keepers, and had to smile at the little dog's enthusiastic reunion with his master. Harold himself seemed to perk up a little as well. Once the two of them had finished their greetings, John went to retrieve Bear from where he was waiting in another room.
Bear entered the room calmly at John's side, and the two dogs were cautiously introduced to each other. There was an initial tense stare down, one dog looking down while the other gazed up. Then Bear gave a gentle sniff at Kipling, who wagged his tail tentatively in response. It seemed to be going well and the two humans sighed in relief. Perhaps a little play to release the tension and cement the friendship?
John picked up the worn tennis ball and tossed it down the hallway, both canines taking off in hot pursuit. With his longer legs Bear easily reached the ball first. Kipling circled him, barking excitedly and jumping up and down. Bear was more dignified as he sauntered back with the ball, but the wag of his tail indicated he was enjoying himself. The game of catch was repeated several times, Bear easily winning each time. Eventually it became too tiring for the older Kipling, who lay down panting half way down the hall. Bear approached his new comrade slowly. Dropping the ball, he nudged it over with his nose. Kipling rewarded him with a lick before grabbing the ball and proudly walking back to the humans while Bear ambled along contentedly in his wake. The two then settled down together in the large plush bed bought to accommodate Bear, and shared a cuddle in addition to a well-deserved treat.
Everyone was finally home.