Bring your dog to church

There I was, early in the service this morning, sitting at the console when I heard this strange sound. I soon worked out that it was a panting dog. I looked around the pillar and expected to see a guide dog but it was, in fact, a small pug-type breed tugging at its lead. At least it was at the back of the church and it was not too hot today; I think it cooled down and eventually stopped panting as I didn't notice it any more.