Tuesday was a big day for the new pup. He wore his collar for the first time and as a result was able to be hooked up to the cable in the back yard, went on his first walk in the neighborhood wearing his harness and using his leash, and has grown even closer to his big brother. I think it helped that Dusty Shamrock helped to find him on Sunday afternoon at the breeder's house when we looked at his litter. He has become Dusty's shadow...so much so that when we were cuddling on the couch the other night and both pups were sound asleep, as I watched a cute video of a grown German Shepherd interacting with a pup (who was crying and making squeaking sounds), it startled Hershey awake who promptly SAT on Dusty. He certainly looks to Dusty for guidance and protection and it's real sweet to see Dusty nourish him while also still being playful with him as they play and run circles around the living room and up and down the hallway. Can't wait to see what else these fur babies get in to in the future!
Dusty getting ready to go with us to pick out his little bro!
This dog training business is no joke though. I've lost count of the number of accidents but was overjoyed when Hershey finally did his business outside in the yard! I'm afraid Hershey will think his name is, "No!", on account of all the times I tell him to stop chewing/biting/licking. The toys and bones have been removed and no treats have been given in the last couple days. Also, putting the pups in the crates at night and for naps is harder on me than it is for them I think...especially for Dusty who is used to free reign throughout the house and rather enjoys his naps on the couch or somewhere else as comfy. However, in trying to follow the rules in the training book, we're establishing that Adam and Megan are the leaders of the pack and the bedroom is off limits even on a dog bed (for now). I can already see the benefits in reestablishing rank in our little family by seeing the growth in doggie bond between the two pups....but these days, it feels more like Megan Training than Dog Training!
Here is one of the the books we're using for any of you who may also be going through puppy training at the moment. We got ours through our Amazon wedding registry but I'm sure you can find the book anywhere books are sold. This one had really good reviews so we're giving it a try!
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/21-days-to-train-your-dog-colin-tennant/1110861186?ean=9781554071333
Enjoy some pictures from this week as well as the video of the two of them really interacting with one another. This has become a morning ritual for them and well, an all day activity for them. I'm loving this bond that is being formed!! So much so, that while at the vet tonight, when Hershey whimpered and cried during the shots, Dusty craned forward in Adam's arms out of concern and protective instinct for the little guy....aww!
Dusty looks so big! I joked earlier today I wonder if this is similar to what parents of second children feel like in looking at their firstborns and saying, "He is such a big boy and can show baby what to do". Overnight, Dusty went from seeming like a small pup to a big dog in our eyes with the addition of this little guy.
He looks so tiny!
What is that song...."I'll be watching youuuuuuu" ~ hehe!
Like Hershey's "blanket"? ; )
Apparently the couch is a better bed than the doggie bed!
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