Jock and Me

Summary

The story is about an old dog named Jock who has floppy ears, bendy legs, and cloudy eyes, but retains the ability to run fast and keeps a wide smile. Despite his age, Jock enjoys accompanying Tatomkhulu as they walk alongside the fence at sunset, greeting friends, counting sheep, and checking gates. Jock sleeps outside and finds shelter under a bakkie when it rains. He holds a deep affection for Tatomkhulu, loves chicken which he occasionally receives, and shares a bond with the narrator, who also loves him. This narrative highlights themes of companionship, affection, and the joy found in simple moments, resonating with both children and adults through its simplicity and heartwarming depiction of loyalty and love.

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Jock is an old dog.

His ears are floppy.

His legs are bendy.

His eyes are cloudy.

But he still runs fast!

And his smile is wide.

When the sun goes down, he walks along the fence with Tatomkhulu.

They greet their friends.

They count the sheep.

They check the gates.

Jock sleeps outside.

When it rains, he sleeps under the bakkie.

He loves Tatomkhulu.

He loves chicken. Sometimes he gets some!

He also loves me.


Credits

Originally published by Book Dash under a Creative Commons Licensed BY 4.0. This book can be read for free on https://bookdash.org/books/jock-and-me and was created by: Bronwyn Webb (Designer), Rebecca Potterton (Illustrator), Alison Ziki (Editor), Nathalie Koenig (Writer) Book Dash logo