Mortimer's Odyssey

Mortimer, the star dachshund of Fred and Jane Best's Dachshunds always wanted to explore the world beyond his pen in their barn. A beautiful late April Sunday evening gave Fred the idea to air out the breeding barn. The night was gorgeous. Anxious to get a smoke, Fred walked out to the fence behind the barn and looked out over the valley while he smoked. Fred forgot one thing. He left Mortimer's gate open. Mortimer's dream of freedom stared him in the face. Temptation won out and the little dog