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Biker dog Bogie thrills fans as he cruises Philippine highways

Published 11/27/2020, 02:30 PM
Updated 11/27/2020, 02:40 PM

By Adrian Portugal
IMUS, Philippines, Nov 27 (Reuters) - With his black sports
jacket, reflective aviator sunglasses and bespoke orange helmet
with holes so his ears can stick out, Bogie the dog sure is one
suave-looking canine, with an Easy Rider look that would earn
him a place in any motorcycle gang.
The 11-year-old crossbreed from the Philippines takes daily
motorcycle rides with his owner Gilbert Delos Reyes, balanced
perfectly with his hind legs on the edge of the seat and paws
straddling the handlebars. Bogie has become a neighbourhood
celebrity and is a magnet for attention on mountain and beach
road trips.
"The first thing I taught him when he was around four months
old was how to ride a motorcycle. I would carry him whenever I
rode," said Reyes, who owns a motorcycle shop in Cavite province
outside the capital Manila.
"One day, he just started following me every time I left the
house. As soon as I started the engine, he would get excited and
jump on the bike."
Bogie is also good for business, helping to lure customers
eager to take pictures with him to Reyes' shop, and doling out
pawshakes as well.
He has even proven himself useful as a guard dog, once
chasing after thieves who tried to steal his owner's gold
necklace at an intersection.
Reyes purchased Bogie when he was just a month old for 100
pesos ($2), but says the dog has been a lucky charm, and is
priceless.
"I think of Bogie as a son. He's been with me for 11 years
and is a big part of my life," said Reyes.
"We've had so many adventures and been to many places
together, I don't think I can ever replace him."

(Writing by Martin Petty; Editing by Karishma Singh)

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