Doggy Daycare

July 13, 2008   Filed Under: Dogs   357 words

First I have a little to say regarding the comments on the last entry. The dog is a Pekingese, and it’s not a puppy–it’s a 4-year-old. It’s not very well behaved either, but it’s not bad. It’s just like a baby, it doesn’t know better than to do what comes naturally. And if you’re thinking about getting a dog/puppy, try your best to get one from a responsible breeder (google it) or a shelter/rescue before getting one from a backyard breeder or pet stores (the pet store puppies come from puppy mills, so you would be supporting the inhumane treatment of animals).

Anyways, yesterday she started to come out of her shell (I’m getting used to calling her a she!). She kept running out of the bathroom to where I was and back…I guess she was really testing the waters.

She also ate and drank water! I started out by putting very little (about 7 pieces) of the dog food in the bowl so I could really monitor if she ate any. She ate it all! The I added more, and she ate that! So, I added more…and…she ate that, too! I tried giving her the medicine, but nothing I do works. Cheese, “people” food, wet dog food…NOTHING! And why call it people food anyway? It’s “real” food, not “people” food. I really hate feeding her the dog food but she’s so accustomed to it. This is the first dog we’ve ever had and actually fed dog food.

Today she follows me everywhere I go. She’s still a bit pissy when I’m squirting medicine in her ears, but once I’m done doing that she’s mellow. I took her outside on the leash, and quickly realized I don’t have to even hold the leash. She walks when I walk, she runs when I run, and she stops when I stop! She even pooped, so I gave her lots and lots of praise and petting since I’m the one that will be training her. And there’s no better time to start than the present, right?

Comment by Nadiyya on July 13th, 2008 @ 6:07 pm

Aww, I didn’t know you had a “puppy!” I need to start wandering blogs more. I’m glad to hear she’s addicted to you =)

And goodness, ANYA, didn’t you know Mr. WordPress and I have a thing together? I thought everyone knew…

Comment by Olivia Kitty on July 13th, 2008 @ 9:29 pm

Aw! I know what you mean… My kitten is like a baby too

Comment by emma on July 15th, 2008 @ 12:38 am

oh congratulations on getting a dog! i remember first taking my dog on a walk. she would walk at all! she just sat there and didnt get it anyway, it sounds like a whole lot of fun, and it probably is because i remember when my dog first came home. have fun!

Comment by Shichi on July 15th, 2008 @ 8:06 am

Wow, getting a dog is nice. Our dog’s quite like that too with my sister except that he’s quite hard to feed. Haha.

Comment by Tika on July 15th, 2008 @ 8:17 am

Oh really.. well, it’s very easy to catch on the tutorial. And I hope you do have more time to make brushes that you’ve been wanting to. It’s very easy to make brushes, but it just takes time for the idea of the brushes. hehe.

Well it seems like your dog is doing really well. And you have been taking care of her really well. That’s a good dog and you’re a great trainer. Keep it up! hehe.

Comment by Mimi on July 15th, 2008 @ 5:49 pm

Aww you have a new dog? Cool. I’m not much of a dog person. I kind of dislike them, I am a cat person LOL. Good luck with training her though. Maybe in due time she’ll become fond of eating other foods besides dog food.

Comment by Torie Michelle on July 15th, 2008 @ 8:56 pm

Oh, whoops. I always read entries on new blogs I find in order by date on the front page…lol

I’m glad the dog is coming out of her shell! Not sure if I overlooked it, but what’s her name?

I wish I could afford to have a dog. I’d definitely take one from a shelter.

Comment by Jes on July 17th, 2008 @ 2:04 pm

I am glad that you and your new puppy are getting along well. It sounds as if she is beginning to bond with you. Can’t wait to see pictures.

Comment by Licia on July 17th, 2008 @ 6:01 pm

isn’t a 4 yr old much harder to train than a new puppy? but you’re right, there’s no better time to start training than now!

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