I couldn’t resist posting this photo. Kids, dogs and toys are a great mix. Bringing home two new puppies on the same day almost four years ago was a happy moment day. What more could anyone want?
Can you find . . .
Farley (Wheaten Terrier – 9 weeks old)
Piper (Border Terrier – 8 weeks old)
Murphy (Rottweiler – 4 years old)
If you can get your dogs near water, it’s a great way to exercise them without over heating them.
Farley (Wheaten Terrier – 4 years old) loves to dive.
Piper (Border Terrier – 4 years old) is learning to swim. She tries not to go too far out. At the beginning, she wouldn’t even put her paws in the water, so we’re making progress.
Murphy’s (Rottweiler – 8 years old) big breakthrough was stepping on the back of the boat. Farley had to show him it was okay.
Each dog has their own fears and limitation and it’s up to us to figure out what they are and give them the opportunity to overcome them and enjoy the water.
We didn’t think so with Farley
We picked up Farley, our wheaten terrier, when he was 8 weeks old. My sister-in-law picked up Piper, 8 week old border terrier, the same day.
On our 2 hour ride home, the pups decided to sleep together. Pretty cute. When they arrived home they were greeted by Murphy, a rottweiler, whose home they entered. Just to be on the safe side, we introduced the dogs outside. Poor Murphy was invaded by puppies for a week. Piper stayed with him, and Farley came home with us.
My only caution is not to leave the dogs alone when they are that young and new to each other. At one point, Farley grabbed Piper by the neck. Quick action by brother prevented any harm from being done, but it did remind us to be careful.
Now look how they get along. Farley looks like he wants to hold hand with Murphy . . .
How do you socialize your dog?
Kristina Stanley 