He's Staying

Jackson will be staying indefinitely so it's only fitting that he be formally introduced. Jackson is an ADS Pupppy In Training. If he is successful, he will be matched with a child who has Autism. So far he is sound in public places, loves children (typical Lab!!) and seems eager to work. Our biggest struggle has been teaching him some house manner. It's been a long and challenging month but I think we are finally on the road to having peace in the house.

Home For The Holidays

The school I used to foster for has a Home For The Holidays program that sends dogs in formal training home to their (or a different) foster family for a short reprieve from the kennels. This gives the dogs (and staff) a much needed break and offers the foster families one last opportunity to spend Christmas with 'their' puppy.

I picked Jive up earlier today and the reunion with Molson and Fortune was quite entertaining. Fortune was madly licking Jive's face and prancing all around while Molson barked excessively with what appeared to be a smile on his face. Jive did appear puzzled that another dog was in the home but the two quickly became friends, sharing space and toys as though they'd known each other forever.

It never ceases to amaze me that a dog gone for several months can so quickly fall back into the routine they had followed while living in my home. Jive didn't miss a beat with anything....meal time, outdoor routine, favourite place to sleep, location of the toy box and other 'desirables'. ;-)
Happy Holidays from the gang

Snow Day

We have snow!!!! Lots and lots of snow!!!!!!

Jackson Visits Santa

Jackson is still here so we headed off to the mall for the annual foster puppy picture with Santa. I have to say it was an interesting experience as Jackson is still learning how to behave in public places. He's a bit behind in his socialization but hopefully we'll be able to get him caught up and on an even keel soon. Santa was a good sport despite having his beard and coat chewed on!