Just B R E A T H E [Semi-Lit Canine Roleplay]

[Teacup-old]

And you could call it a Gamble,
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g a m b l e
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But I call it life.

Shaking his head of his thoughts, the young brute called Gamble couldn't believe what was going on in front of him. He had been quiet since he was planning an escape from the pound, but never this serious. The humans were working over time to reduce the dog population. It was such a waste to kill a cute little petite poodle mix, but that was life. His red nose sniffed the air, but it was the usual: human sweat, urine, food, and, of course, an array of medication.

You could say it was by chance, but it was mostly just the poor young brute's luck that he was next to be taken to the nice woman in the lab coat who's scent contained only the smell of the mysterious liquids and chemicals. Any dog knew what that smell meant, and of course it would be a fight for your life. It was possible, though.

As the golden-pelted retriever was dragged, litterally, down the isle, his only thought was on one word: run. He made a chance for it. He growled, turning his head so the man loosened his grip and bit down on whatever he could, which happened to be the man's wrist. He screamed and the brute had no time to think of the first taste of blood he was just enflicted with. He made a go for it, darting for the door, but more humans entered the room and it was all over. A steel rope was wrapped around his neck and he was put back in the wired cage marked as "DANGEROUS" in capital letters along the adoption paper.

[Bearsy <3]

Blake forced himself onwards, thoughts of his friends kept him going. He concentrated on keeping his legs moving at a steady, even pace, determined not to panic. Blake's heartbeat pounded through his head, creating a rhythm that would encourage him, keep him calm and collected. His breathing was fast, as he took in great gulps of salty air. Sand clung to his lower legs and paws, the harsh wind stung Blake's eyes, but he forced himself on.
As the rocks loomed overhead, his stride faltered; it was so high! The rocks were slippery and cold looking, unforgiving. One false move would send you crashing down to the bottom again. Or worse, into the sea. Blake shook his head, determined to stay focused. If not only for himsef, but for the others.
Blake looked briefly to Tia, who was already scaling the rocks. He took in a deep breath and began clambering onto a small ledge at about the same level as Tia. His eyes focused on the rock above him, scanning for his next step. It seemed easy enough; all you had to do was find a ledge and heave! It must have been something in his blood, Blake reasoned.

[Ollie.]

Jude watched as Blake joined Tia climb the rocks, a soft whimper escaped her throat and her eyes had a small glint of fear. I can do this.. Jude said to herself as she took in a deep breath and started upwards the rocks, she kept her eyes on her feet and her companions feet, steadily walking while she carefully placed her feet. Jude stopped for a brief moment and looked out towards the ocean, "Would the tide come into the cave?" she asked, fearin her voice while she looked at the two ahead of her.

[ika;]

Tia froze. "I didn't think of that..." She whispered, now terrified. Maybe she would drown- and she would bear the guilt of leading her friends to their deaths as well. She lurched forwards, suddenly unsteady on her feet. "I don't know. I don't know..." Tia stumbled on her words, halting her ascent to the cave. Daring to shift slightly, she gazed back down at the others. "Will it?" She murmured hoarsely, unable to bear the thought of the water flooding into their hiding place, flowing over her head and drowing her- drowning them.

Holding herself together, Tia stood still, her head down and her tail pressed between her legs. Quivering, she moved one forepaw up again, climbing slowly, inch by inch.

[Ollie.]

[Sorry for any typos, I'm using an itouch]

Jude gaze landed on Tia, one of her ears flipped down in confusion, her body tensed up when she saw her faulted "Tia it'll be okay," she slightly wagged her tail as they kept climbing, "I'll help you get out if there's a tide." she tipped at her friend, Jude looked behind herself quickly to see if the other dogs were there and then quickly looked back, trying not to lose her balance.

[pancreas]

The Form;
Character's Name- Jess
Age- 3 and a half years
Breed- English Springer Spaniel
Personality- Jess is a typical Springer, hyperactive and always optimistic. She loves company, even if the dogs she is around, don't want her near them. She is like a puppy in her mind, and prefers playing to actually doing anything constructive, although if she is given a goal and reward, she will try to reach it. She is a caring dog that loves making others happy, though sometimes her ideas of how to cheer the dog up aren't though out well enough and may just end up annoying the said animal. All in all, she is kind little dog with an excitable nature.
Gender- Female
Appearence- Here. And here. ( These are my pictures. )
Appearence- She isn't wearing the collar. ^^;
Display Colour- This one?
Anything Else? Nope.

[ika;]

--Accepted! She's beautiful <3

[Bearsy <3]

Blake shuffled closer to Tia and Jude, "We'll be okay. It should be safe up here." It was more wishful thinking than solid fact, but he could see how scared Tia was. He hated seeing dogs like this; scared and way out of their comfort zone, all because of the humans. What harm had they been doing, just sat there on the street? Blake didn't see humans getting chased for having a simple, innocent conversation, so why should dogs recieve that treatment? For now though, it didn't matter. All that did, was reacing the cave safely, and hiding out there until it was safe. But how long could they survive up there? What if the tide really did come in? Blake shuddered, forcing the thoughts away, for now, all they had to do was climb.
One, aching paw after the other, Blake pulled himself up onto another ledge, before looking down at Tia and Jude. Climbing seemed like a fun thing to do, but given the circumstances, he couldn't really enjoy it. Perhaps another time he'd come back here, just to have another go. It wouldn't hurt to practice, after all. Especially if they were going to use the cave as a sort of 'hide out'.

[pancreas]

( Eheh, Jess says thanks~ <3 x3 How shall I jump in? o.o; )

[ika;]

--I don't mind <3 However you want :3

Tia blinked appreciatively at Jude's words- nosing her gently. Blake seemed calm, and she took her strength from this. Grateful for Blake's closeness, she began slowly climbing again, paw after paw in an almost mechanical motion, too afraid to vary her course for fear of falling. They were almost there, at least she hoped so. Not bringing herself to look down, Tia inhaled deeply, forcing herself to continue up the slippery rock face.

For once she was glad of her long legs. They supported her as the canine moved gradually up the cliff. Keeping her breath steady and even, Tia felt a surge of hope. Perhaps they would make it, after all.