Attachment theory

       [Note to followers of my weight travails:  The dog pictured above is not me!] 

It is well known that I like to be carried and can become quite relaxed in this state.

    But I am not that unusual, at least within a select population.  Here's a little gallery of other fluffy white dogs who appreciate a close human connection:

       

There's just something very relaxing about close proximity to your owner.

Not everyone gets that. Sometimes people seeing me at ease with my head hanging down think that I am feeling ill.

But I'm not.  Just at ease.