A few months back I agree to watch Sarah's two weiner dogs while they "vacationed" at the Indy Holiday Inn that has a water park attached to it. Well...that was before she got a puppy! He's as cute as a button. And really smart. But at day's end, he's still a puppy.
Twelve weeks old and in Reichanadter Puppy Boot Camp this week,
Deagan is a German Shepard that is 100% puppy. That makes 5 dogs this week. He is actually very smart, just needs some structure. He is in the right place. He and his brothers are living in the laundry room for a few days. In a rather short time, I was able to get him to go do his doggy business outside. He goes out on command, takes care of business, can is ready for a treat. Works well. The #2 not as easy yet, but give me until tomorrow. During the day he plays in the laundry room when I can't keep a good eye on him. It's so funny because his cage is in there so he will rest and nap with the other 2 in his cage with the door open. Then he'll play.
After about an hour or so I let him and the other 4 dogs have recess. That means everyone gets to run around the house and chase each other. My dogs do more watching than playing, but Charlie and Deagan are at it the entire time. Then we go through a bit of time where Deagan drags out all the bowls and toys into the living room. His favorite toy is the metal water bowl; he has three of them. He also loves running around the circular path of the house.
Tonight during recess just before bed I let Deagan play with an old knotted sock. He had the best time. He also liked carrying around his bowl. It is quite funny when he tries to get between furniture with the bowl in his mouth only to be stopped in the tight space. Keep checking on his progress. Right now he went to bed and so far no crying. Let's hope for a quiet night!
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