Small Victories.

[MyDogBitz]

My dog will be 10 months old in a few days. Despite his larger then life size and personality, he's still very much a puppy. He still has that exuberant puppy energy and periodic lack of impulse control.

My in-law visited tonight. She hasn't been at the house in a few months and we don't get visitors to begin with. I was certain that my dog would have lost his mind apon seeing company.

When my in-law showed up and got settled in, I took Bomber out of his kennel and let him say hello, while on a leash. He was definitely excited and needed his leash for the first few minutes or so. BUT he was really good and relaxed quickly. He was affectionate but not overbearing. Everyone was surprised that he didn't try to run her over. LOL!

I was pleasantly surprised. It's a small win and I'll take it.

 

[Andre]

The small wins stack! Well done guys. Does your in-law like dogs?

 

[MyDogBitz]

The small wins stack! Well done guys. Does your in-law like dogs?

She loves them

 

[Andre]

She loves them

That's good. Maybe she needs to visit more to give Bomber some more opportunities to practice

 

[MyDogBitz]

That's good. Maybe she needs to visit more to give Bomber some more opportunities to practice

Indeed. It's been discussed but she's getting up there in years and doesn't like to leave her house so much anymore.

 

[Kaia Murphy]

That’s such an awesome win, I can totally imagine how proud you must’ve felt! Seems like Bomber’s really starting to mature and settle into himself. Love hearing moments like this, the little wins are the best ones.

 

[Mr. Schmucks]

That’s awesome, man. Those little “didn’t tackle the guest” moments feel huge. Sounds like Bomber’s starting to find that balance between muscle and manners!

 

[MyDogBitz]

That’s awesome, man. Those little “didn’t tackle the guest” moments feel huge. Sounds like Bomber’s starting to find that balance between muscle and manners!

No, he's a full blown moron. But it was a moment. LOL.

 

[EnraaGygas]

That's such an awesome win for you guys! I love the moments when the pressure is on and they really hone in and show they're learning! Makes everything worth it.

 

[sambravo]

Thats quite a moment you're living; my gsd started to change her behavior A LOT around the 10 month and on; as someone who gives quite a social life to my dog, it is time to pay attention day by day on your gsds behavior because sometimes it feels like it changes overnight

 

[murph]

My dog will be 10 months old in a few days. Despite his larger then life size and personality, he's still very much a puppy. He still has that exuberant puppy energy and periodic lack of impulse control.

My in-law visited tonight. She hasn't been at the house in a few months and we don't get visitors to begin with. I was certain that my dog would have lost his mind apon seeing company.

When my in-law showed up and got settled in, I took Bomber out of his kennel and let him say hello, while on a leash. He was definitely excited and needed his leash for the first few minutes or so. BUT he was really good and relaxed quickly. He was affectionate but not overbearing. Everyone was surprised that he didn't try to run her over. LOL!

I was pleasantly surprised. It's a small win and I'll take it.

10 months old? SMALL WIN? That's HUGE.

I always tell people that large dogs do not get the same grace as smaller dogs. This is a skill he will need for the rest of his life, and a skill that so many people do not teach their dog, either out of ignorance or apathy. I love to see a well-trained dog.

 

[MyDogBitz]

10 months old? SMALL WIN? That's HUGE.

I always tell people that large dogs do not get the same grace as smaller dogs. This is a skill he will need for the rest of his life, and a skill that so many people do not teach their dog, either out of ignorance or apathy. I love to see a well-trained dog.

I dunno.... I think it was luck. LOL