Finley is an 11-month old English Cream Golden Retriever that came to meet us this morning. This pup was sweet as can be, and well-mannered with both us and the dogs. He had a great time hamming it up with the medium guys. We caught him romping around on film with Bogie, Sheldon, and Rocky. Finley definitely wasted no time in getting right down to playing--he really understood what he was here to do! Check out this compilation of the Finley clips we took this morning.
I don't know what it is, but seeing a gregarious larger puppy playing with the small feisty pups always cracks me up. I guess it really is true that some of these guys have no idea how small they really are!
Everyone have a great weekend!
-Hope
P.S.--Check out this cute clip of a baby French Bulldog that can't quite roll over!
Washer and dryer, a must for Overnight Boarding. Washing bedding, towels, rags, mops, etc... No more going to the laundromat, woo-hoo!
New rubber floor in the bathroom and side room. Looks much better, like real hardwood, and is great for water spills.
"Kumpi Counter Cut-Out", now with light lol! Thank goodness that old wagon is finally out of the lobby. It took up valuable room in an already tiny space.
Overnight boarding has been going well. The dogs continue to be content and behaved. So far, so good.
:)
Take it easy,
-Grant
P.S. Strange... I didn't realize The Fort was in an online article a few years ago. I slightly remember the interview and picture but figured it would never be published hahaha. I stumbled upon it randomly, check it out here on Patch.
Meet Thorn, he is a super-striking, four month old, sixteen pound, Miniature Australian Shepherd. Now, Thorn may have gotten off to a rough start in life (Puppy-Mill Rescue), but his new owners are doing their very best to help move him forward. Thorn was not properly socialized with humans. Everyone involved with him, including, awesome Dog Trainer Garrett Stevens, is trying to help him gain more confidence. Especially confidence in us humans. So, with that said, he is not sure what to make of most strangers. David worked with him some this morning, encouraging him to relax and enjoy some "comfort touch" before the other dogs arrived at The Fort.
With canines, Thorn is much different. He seemed to be at home in the Medium Roll and interacted with a few other canines occasionally. We believe, with time and proper consistency, Dog Daycare will help Thorn transition his socialization skills towards improvement.
Romeo's ma, Raili, sent me a pic of this knee-slappin' sign she found at a pet store in Lakewood. I absolutely love it, hahaha! She also sent me a picture of her and Romeo stopping by the Grand Canyon on a recent road trip. Too cool, how photogenic, thanks a ton Raili!
Diego's mother, Carla, sent me this fun pic of Diego. It reminds me of some cartoon I've seen before... Can't quite put my finger on it. I couldn't even tell it was him at first lol!
Today was a busy Saturday here at the Fort, with plenty of Daycare dogs and Boarders alike! We caught some cute clips of the pups enjoying each other's company this morning.
First we have Boston Terrier double-trouble with Bogie and Lucy/! These two are great buds, and love to romp and play together. Especially, it turns out, when they get to play ball together. Check out this clip of Bogie playing a little "keep away." Lucy just loves chasing him around the play area!
Next we have Zipper, Jasper, and Gordon having a little romp in the big group. Zipper is just back today (he was recently neutered), and was chock full of energy. Jasper is also a real high-energy guy, so they were fast friends.
We caught a few cool clips today, here are a couple to share with your friends! First we have one from the big guys , Boxers Stella and Zeus playing with Gordon and doing what they do best--boxing! next is a clip from the medium pups, little wild man Bogie and spunky Australian Shepherd Chewy having a good romp.
Dogs (but not wolves) use humans as tools Us dog people are already pretty used to this! I know my pup is intimately aware of all the awesome things our thumbs can do (like open jars of peanut butter, work faucets and door handles, lol).
A neat adoption event is being held in Cali, called the Whole EnChihuahua. It features tons of the tiny pooches in an adorable costume contest!Last year's winner was dress as Frida Kahlo.
I know I post these a lot, but I really love the stories about service dogs helping soldiers re-integrate to civilian life. It's important to show these heroes (both the two- and four-legged ones!) the honor and respect that they deserve.
