Sunday, September 4, 2016

Sunday, September 4, 2016

Tonight's picture was taken in September of 2008. We took Mattie to NYC for the first time to meet with a doctor from Memorial Sloan Kettering. Before his doctor appointments, we took Mattie to the famous FAO Schwarz toy store. He was fascinated by the big piano keyboard on the floor and all the Legos. 

Quote of the day: No farmer ever plowed a field by turning it over in his mind. ~ George Woodbury

Last night we brought up the dog crate to our bedroom and set it up for Sunny. Though I am not pro-crate, I do see why it maybe necessary in the beginning to train Sunny about the art of sleeping. Sunny appears to be nocturnal, not unlike Indie. The first night with us, he really did not sleep and jumping up and down on the bed. Which at 50 pounds is noteworthy! I was given this crate for free from a friend. She advertised that I needed a crate on her neighborhood listserv, and this one came my way!

The point of the crate is to make the dog feel safe and secure. Which is why a blanket is placed over the crate, to make the environment look more den like. As soon as Sunny got into the crate last night, he just knew it was time to settle down. I am not sure he actually slept, but he was quiet and peaceful, unlike the night before. 

Mind you, Sunny's activity at night isn't due to inactivity by day. He gets around four walks a day, each over a mile. 

I entitle this photo....Detente! After just a few days, Indie is making her way out of the closet, where she has been hiding. Can you see her on the desk? Sunny is very clued into her every move. 

This was a photo from this afternoon. Indie is on a dining room chair and Sunny is eagerly watching her. 

We went to a pet store today with Sunny. We thought he would like that experience, but actually he appeared anxious in the store. So we did not stay long. I suspect Sunny isn't used to having toys and he most definitely doesn't understand the art of playing with a toy. Which is sad, since he is such a loving dog. So we bought a ball and will be working on fetch with him. However, what he is chewing on is an elk antler. Apparently very popular with dogs. 

The beauty of Sunny!

Hard to believe anyone would want to give up this great fellow.