This is how i usually greet most people and dogs. It's very rude and my humans are teaching me that I shouldn't be introducing myself that way. I'm learning that I should look to my humans for directions but it's soooo hard with the things I find distracting....Which is everything.
Dogs, cats, garbage trucks, semi trucks, my ball, food...You name it and there's a good chance that I'm distracted by it.
But I'm told that my humans have the best resources and tools available to them to help me out. This is where Our Pack, Inc classes and HikeABulls hiking group come into the picture. 8 months ago I began classes with the trainers and dogs of Our Pack. There are all kinds of dogs there and each of them are working on their own issues just like me. Ya see, I don't like being on leash. I'm not able to do what I want, which is great people and dogs. And when I wasn't able to do what I wanted, I would get frustrated and I would let everyone know I was. It's taken a lot of time but I've gotten much better with keeping myself calm and containing my outbursts. I still have them once and a while but i go into "recovery" quickly, which make my humans very happy. Classes and hiking have helped me become a more balanced dog and taught my humans how to read me better and keep me calm.
And guess what!! I even earned my CGC certificate. My humans are very happy about this but what made me happy about it was getting a new toy. I picked out a stuffed rat and we named him Dave.
Stay tuned for more of my adventures!
Well Mr Rockin Roadie - welcome to the world of blogging, I'd say you have mastered one more thing to add to your resume! I personally think that you have the most rockin mom and dad for the patience they have shown to you and now you guys are helping other dogs too! And you're helping their people see just how worth it those boring watch me exercises are in class! I think you really are a rock star...mwwwaaaah!! And come see me for extra treats on Sunday!
ReplyDeleteRoadie, I'm sorry I was your biggest distraction ever in class. Apparently, my issues are even bigger than yours. Mama says you are awesome, though, because you got your CGC certification. Don't tell anyone because I might not look as tough if I admit it, but I think you are the handsomest dude I've ever seen. I learned to love my bro, Phoenix, and Mama and Courtney (I love Courtney!) are going to use the very same methods to help me feel safe around Cara. Maybe after meeting and loving two dogs, I'll be ready to try to meet you again. I'm glad you decided to start writing, Roadie!
ReplyDeleteRoadie, meeting you is loving you. We look forward to reading your adventures. Thank you for making us laugh!
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