Casper, my Pekingese dog, is my exploring companion. Whenever I show him his leash, he starts jumping up with excitement because he knows he’s about to unleash his curiosity starting with a car ride. My dog, Casper, teaches me that it is important to go out every once in a while and change our daily boring routine. With him, I have tried new things, visited new locations, and met interesting people. I don’t get scared of exploring when Casper is around because he makes me feel special and comfortable. We enjoy the time we spend together, but Casper also enjoys all the extra pampering and attention that he gets.