All Ears

Mid-December.

Panzer's ears were a work in progress in mid-December, but now they're a work of art. They've been standing perfectly at attention for several weeks now and we're confident they're going to stay that way. 

While they were headed in the right direction at three months of age, we had our doubts that Panzer's ears would ever reach their full potential. Maybe that's because one was seriously leaning to the left, reminiscent of the Tower of Pisa.

It wasn't long after the picture on the left was taken that the right ear stood straight up. But for some reason, it began to wilt in early January. Taking a cue from its mate, it tipped inward. For awhile the two ears formed the perfect teepee on top of Panzer's head. Not a good look for a GSD -- or any dog for that matter.



Late January.

Of course, Panzer wasn't worried about his appearance. He's much too busy to check himself in the mirror. It was us humans who remained on ear watch. Little by little though both ears straightened themselves out. Now the pair is pointed heavenward in answer to our prayers.