DIXIE GROWLING AT A CAT, AGAIN

DIXIE ON THE EDGE OF THE DECK

I was surprised today when I let Dixie out on her line. When I went out to get her, I heard a low and consistent growl emanating from near the deck railing. Dixie was intent on something in the backyard.

I scanned the yard and noticed a tiny mostly-white cat sitting under a bush near our shed. Dixie kept growling, but the cat never budged.

I had to grab her line and literally drag her back to the screen door. She kept looking back to the cat until we reached the door; when I opened it, she ran right in.

Why do I mention it? It's only the second time I've heard Dixie growl in more than three years. A black cat was involved that time.

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