Chew Chew

Last night Arch laid down by the bed and was so comfortable that I was tempted to let him sleep there. He had been such a good boy that I trust him 99%, so we put Arch in the crate for the night. In the morning, we were eager to see who was in the crate Arch or Archie. Only time will tell.

On our walk by the school, he was startled a few times by loud buses and cars, but no fear. After their small breakfasts, he and Buddy settled done for some tooth work. They both enjoy their chew toys, especially the natural bones.


As usual, Arch was peaceful all day even stopping by to nap by Lisa's feet as she worked. He actually STAYs when told. A couple times a day the two dogs will be playing/fighting which has become Buddy's signal that he is restless and needs to go outside. He looked so sad when Arch got to go to the post office.

A long walk to the park with outdoor playtime before Buddy's dinner. Arch had to wait for his meal until after a trip to the grocery store. He walked alongside the cart without any issues and he never licked the floor. His olfactory senses were in overdrive near the meat section, but he resisted temptation earning many compliments. The bagger confirmed how cute Arch is.


Arriving home, he bolted to his crate for dinner. For dessert, another hour or two of chewing and playing catch by himself with a bone. Ready for bed, he is resting on his blanket watching me type. My good dog Arch.

Off we go

Woof out there,

Yesterday was kind of different for Lilly and Me. We went to an aeroport place. Dad said there were jets and prop planes - they looked scarey to me - they kept eating people and then they flew away like birds.

We ate in a place called the Jet Room and again - nada for Lilly and me, but that wasn't because we didn't try. The table next to us had a young human who was trying to grow bread. He'd throw it on the floor, hoping it would grow, but I got a little taste before Dad moved me and took away all my fun.

Lilly and I laid under the table, wagging my tail as each waitress seemed to know Mom and Dad and all looked under the table at us. Finally we got to come out and say hello to some of them. It was rough staying still with the food fairy dropping bread and everyone talking to us. Mom said Lilly did OK too.

Then today, my Bud Evan came to visit, but Mom put me in my kennel??? Then she let Evan play with Lilly...yoohoo, I'm over here - let me out willya! Then she gave Evan a brush and he brushed Lilly all over.



I couldn't believe she stayed on her feet the whole time and didn't roll over - I know she likes to do that.

All for now fellow Pups,

Slicl

New Puppy?

We had a new puppy delivered to us Saturday morning. Lisa took him for a potty walk before I took him for a run through the park. He met Leinie and Thor in the park. We call our new puppy Arch.

The community day sale was Saturday, so Arch and Lisa went shopping to save some money. They calmly walked the mall and rode the elevator. Some other shoppers (friends of Michelle) thought they recognized Arch from the Dawg Zone in Janesville. They were mistaken, they called him Archie.


Archie, who we had Thursday and Friday, was totally undisciplined and frenetic. Our new puppy Arch is calm and mild mannered with only an occasional lapse in judgement. An example of the difference was the surprise birthday party on Saturday night in Cuba City. Arch listened attentively and laid at my feet for four hours, except when he needed a potty break.


In a strange location, Arch behaved well staying out of the kitchen during meals, playing nice with young humans, DOWN STAYing when told, and sleeping in a portable crate to list a few positives. He was a great ambassador all weekend.

This morning Arch and Buddy were rewarded with a long walk. They spent half of the hour playing with, but mostly ripping apart two foam balls that we found on our jouney.

Tonight we walked to the park and met a dog, then a couple more, and even a few more. There was quite a pack. Arch plays well with others, but his favorites were Geneva, Leinie, and JoJo. Our Sunday evenings are not complete without puppy ear cleaning and cradling.

It is so nice to have our new puppy, Arch. He is a much better looking dog than Archie. We'll have to see who shows up to spend the day with Lisa tomorrow.

Kids Kids Kids

Bowwser Ruff,


Fun fun today. My three cousins Sparky, Koho, and Maizie came to visit today. I got to sniff for a bit, but no playtime. Humans are sooo dull dude!!! At least Lilly and I got some time to run and chase outside today. I had to take it easy cuz there are still some slippery spots from that hard rain the other day.

Lilly and I went to West Towne again today, more walk walk walk, blah blah blah. A State Trooper walked over with a sheepish grin and asked if he could pet us....whew, I thought we were going to be arrested for speeding or something - I was walking kinda fast.

Lilly had to "practice" being good with little kids at the mall.



Hrumph, that's not hard at all, just give em a kiss and batt your eyes - gets them every time. Lilly was all quiet and soft and Mom was real happy.



After we walked a long time we went to Rocky's for lunch - I should say THEY went for lunch, we cooled our heels under the table.

Then on the way out, we saw this dead cow that had graffitti all over it so Mom thought it would be a cute picture.




Do they have any idea how hard it is to "stay" with all those kids looking at us???

All for now,
Slick

Trouble

Archie appears more comfortable today. He has found the favorite spot to relax on a sunny winter's day. He is looking so mellow and well behaved or is that trouble I see lurking in those sad eyes?



Last night I told Michelle that I was going to fabricate stories to make Archie look bad in order to put a smile on Marlene's face. However, Archie's behavior has been beyond anything I would have created. Trouble began this morning when he raided the trash can in Lisa's office.



He hasn't learned our house rules yet. No grabbing food or toys off the crate. Stay out of the garbage cans. Stay means stay. Don't leak. Wait for your food and don't touch my food. Sit now, don't think about it. Wait for us to enter/exit first. It's only been twenty four hours, so we need to be patient and consistent.

Lisa took Archie to the drug store and then for a walk before I got home from work. I took him for a second walk with Buddy when I got home. We worked on SIT, DOWN, and STAY to reinforce who the pack leader is. He has been much more relaxed this evening, "A tired dog is a good dog."

Whirlwind

Woof Arf!!

What a fun past few days I've had. Now that Lilly has come to visit, I finally have another dog that knows the proper way to play like a Lab outside - steal something and run like a crazy dog.





My fellow pups - Lilly is sooo much fun.





She likes crazy play just like me. But Mom doesn't understand it's tough on us pups to "turn it off" when we come inside. She has to remind us several times NO PLAYING in the house. Eventually we decide, just to make her happy, to stop.



Lilly and I are having lots of fun playing with Evan.





Mom says Lilly is even better behaved and quieter with Evan than I am....hrumph.




I hardly ever knock him over anymore, but Lilly is such a sissy walking carefully so she doesn't bump him - SHOWOFF!







Finally I got to go on a trip all by myself. We went over to Nelson's Electric to visit. They're sponsoring a poker table too!! I think I found another friend.





All for now fellow pups...and lookin' good Archie.


Slick

Our New Dog - Archie

After only five days, we had to trade Deegan this evening. Since we hadn't gone on many outings this week, we stopped for one more test, frozen custard. Deegan was quiet and well behaved the whole time. His best trait was that he pottied on leash, on command, quite a change from Buddy and Moby.

When we arrived at the trainer's home, all three trainers were seated at the table and we were told to have a seat. The first thoughts going through my mind (found out later Lisa's also) were "What did Echo do now? Did he get strike three?". Well it turned out Michelle was just being a good hostess and we chatted for a bit. WHEW!

Our new test case is Archie, who has finally grown into his ears. Depending on your preference he is either one of the cutest or goofiest dogs we have in the program. What do you think?



Upon arriving home and before letting him out of the back seat, he jumped into the front seat and bolted out of the car. Archie seems to be a high energy dog, constantly moving. He has been in our house for less than two hours and has already destroyed two toys and recycled one of those out of the garbage. This was one of the few times where a recycler receives a correction.



We are hopeful that it is just nervous energy. The dogs generally settle in after a day or two.

Comfy?

Yesterday we found our canine house guest, Deegan, sprawled out on the bed all comfy and cozy. Lisa was home sick and he would put his head on the sofa and ask with those sad puppy dog eyes if he could comfort her. She was tempted.

Not a great adventure today, but Deegan went on a few outings. Lisa took him along to the beauty shop or hair salon, whatever they call it. Deegan was required to DOWN STAY for a looong time. He did well on stay, however he cried some when bored. I got bored the one time that I tagged along with Buddy, so I completely understand.

Deegan romped with a few new dogs at the park. Absolutely no issues meeting new dogs. This evening he and I stopped at the drug store to pick up some medicine for Lisa and use some FSA money before the deadline. He walked the aisles without sniffing and SAT while I compared prices.

Play, Play, Play

The good thing about puppy rotation is that we don't have to do a monthly report on our puppy. The bad news is that we need to do a weekly report on every puppy.

Deegan had a pretty quiet day as both Lisa and I were not feeling well. He was getting accustomed to his new surroundings and our schedule. We were trying to learn his signals. We had a communication failure and he pottied in the house this afternoon.

Deegan has a lot of energy and is seldom still, so a walk was absolutely necessary. He got out to meet the "park pack", Kane, Sable, Teddy, and others. Deegan spent most of his time rolling in the snow with four month old Teddy chewing on his ears and legs. He was extremely good with all the other dogs. No fear, no aggression, just play, play, play.

Our New Dog - Deegan

After his busy hockey day, Moby spent the last day of his visit relaxing in the sun. He was joined by his play "buddy". He was glad to be leaving before our Sunday ear cleaning.



This evening Marlene and Ernie brought our new puppy, Deegan. He was acomopanied by a few old friends. For a few minutes it was pure puppy chaos. Five tails, five noses, and twenty legs going every which way. They only stopped for a water break.



This is Deegan's first starring role on the blog. His prior appearance was as part of an ensemble cast. To acclimate our new house guest, we took a walk to the park followed by a puppy's favorite part of the day, dinner. Then some cradling to bond before one of the least favorite activities, Sunday ear cleaning.

He must have had a long day. We found him in bed sleeping before 9pm.

New Gal Pal

Woof,

A wonderful day in the neighborhood.

Yesterday started off as a real bummer. Mom and Dad left yesterday, without me!!! What did I do wrong, I've been a pretty good pup. As I waited, contemplating my fate, eventually I heard them come home. When the door opened, I saw a black streak come by me and what did I see. Lilly came to visit me!!

Mom told me it was for another rotation, but I've been watching and she hasn't rolled over once yet. Maybe they need to teach her to roll?? Anyhow, finally someone came to visit that knows how to play in the snow with me. We just ran and ran for a while, covered in snow. Then when we were real tired, Reggie and Stitch came out to play and we got our second wind - playing and running.

Today wasn't quite as much fun. After getting a good run outside, we came inside...well most of us. I knew if I came inside all the playtime would be over, so I burrowed down in the snow and hid - for a while. Eventually I did come in.

Then we went off to West Towne and we practiced being good under the table - Mom said Lilly was better at ignoring food on the floor than me...hrumph.

Then we walked around and saw another service dog and I really wanted to go play, but Dad made me lay down and stay while the dog was sooooo close. Mom said Lilly was better at ignoring the other dog than me...hrumph. When my torture was over we went to some benches and I practiced backwards "unders". Mom said I was better than Lilly at backward unders...nanny nanny boo boo.

Finally it was time to go home. Once I finally got the blanket arranged well in the back seat I laid down and Lilly had a nice pillow. She smells nice and I like her. After teaching her the secret handshake I admitted her officially into the pack.

Slick

Moby Hates Hockey

I took the dogs for their individual run through the park this morning. It was our only chance to exercise. By the way, Moby loves the snow.

After a paltry breakfast, only one cup, we headed out for Moby's hockey day. He was so patient waiting for our tickets to arrive from Tomah.


Once we got in, we found seats in the front row. Moby was not overly excited about all the action during warm-ups. He was a little nervous. Not sure if it was the helmets or what, but he eventually settled in. During the game he rested and during the intermission he met people.


We even met one of our loyal blog readers. My apologies for not getting a picture. My brain was too busy focusing on the dog in my left hand and the child that was temporarily in my right hand. One lady thanked us for the entertainment during warm-ups. She was sitting across the ice and said that watching Moby react to the action amused their whole group.

After the women's game, we stopped for dinner and Moby patiently watched us eat. After dinner, more hockey and Moby learned to hate hockey. Leaving the game, early because the Badgers didn't show up, he saw an order of french fries on the floor and walked right over them. Good Job Moby.

Dog House 2

Echo is not going to have a happy ten month birthday. Trouble at his third puppy raiser's house. He has shown aggression toward other dogs when food/empty bowls are present.

A return trip to "Marlene's Dog House" has been prescribed.

Double Bath

Our day didn't start too well. We waited ten minutes before Moby peed and then we went for a run. Quick stop as we entered the park to potty - nothing. Well it must have been two minutes later that he pooped. I am guessing because I didn't see it until the way home. He didn't stop; he just dropped poop for thirty yards. I knew it was his because he needed a bath when we got home.

We tried the food dispensing toy again today. Moby just doesn't understand the concept. He always wants to carry it or chew it.

The day included trips to the grocery, bank, post office, and another grocer. Moby met many new people and received pets and praise from young and old. Crossing paths with the same children, as we traversed the aisles, resulted in repeated outbursts and pats on the head.

Before the walk and on the way to the park Moby refused to potty. He pulled the same stunt as the morning with the exception that Lisa was more observant and was able to accommodate our house guest's wishes. At the park he met the newest pack member, a four month old puppy that kept attacking him and Buddy. Moby became a little agitated, deservedly so, but behaved well.

Lisa decided that another bath was in order tonight. He loved the water and walked right into the tub.