And so sweet. A completely different experience. I'm looking forward to 14 years of this.No name yet. The kennel named him "patton" and a neighbor suggested calling him "general" but really he is way too sweet to be a general. Walks, sleeps, pees and tracks and catches moths. 14 weeks old. "Started" with obedience training at the breeder's.
"patton" and I sat out in the shade today, little breeze keeping the squitos away. I could have napped or read a book. He sat next to my chair chewing on a stick. For nearly an hour. And he's a puppy! So I suggested we go around the corner and get a drink of water and he ran over there and drank water. All by himself. Certainly smart.
Walked him down my neighborhood street yesterday (his first 2 hours living with us) and all the neighbors were home and out and got to meet "patton". He sat and said hello and when I proceeded to talk to everyone (I talk alot) he sat at my feet with his eyes on me. Waiting for our next move. When I talked too long---15 minutes or so, he gave one bark. I told him to wait. And he did. I told one neighbor I expected to wake up any minute because this HAD to be a DREAM.
Tucked him into the crate at 9 pm (some fussing and whining), potty at 11 and awake at 5:30 am. Nap at 7:30 am, nap at 10 am, nap at 12:30 am, well, you get the idea. He sleeps alot. Sits on his dog bed while I cook or clean and napped under the table while we ate dinner.
Speaking of dinner. I made guacamole for the very first time without a recipe. Two avocado, diced red onion and the juice of one lime. Salt and pepper. It was delicious! I think it worked because the onion was "spicy". Blue organic corn chips. And G is making coffee so I can chill the remainder for iced coffee tomorrow. Summer. What's not to like?
And I'm watching DiceK pitch for the Red Sox. My walking buddy is a big Sox fan.
G and "patton" are playing fetch with a tennis ball. And "patton" is seeing his relection in the French doors and getting excited.
It's a bit after 9 pm and we'll see how long he can behave and stay awake. And I could be referring to either of them.
Glad that you are having a better experience this time. Looks like a gorgeous pup. Our pup is only 11 weeks old and in the first week I thought he would have to go back as I couldn't cope! Didn;t realise how hard it would be but it is getting easier (and more fun!!)
ReplyDeletecongratulations, on your new addition!
ReplyDeletehe looks adorable. it looks like you lucked out this time. I know it happens, i have met those dogs and have been amazed. not like the experience we had either. It is such a joy to have a good dog.
how big is he? What breed is he? he does need a new less formal name. As his personality comes out more and more i am sure a name will pop up that fits.
Hooray! I am so happy to see him and hear you so excited and enthusiastic. Wonderful. Lincoln says "hi" too!
ReplyDeleteI think you meant to say "14 weeks" , not "14 months" :)
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