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And just like that, Stilton is 6 months old! It’s more than a struggle at times, and we’re not there yet - but he’s a fabulous soul and we love him enormously. He’s a brave, cautious, hilariously funny and very affectionate little dog, and we feel very fortunate to be his humans.

How’s Chewie getting on @MrChew ?

I am sorry @Naya , do make sure you rest and hydrate - if you’re okay to do this that’s brilliant, but if it’s too much then let us know and we’ll sort it okay? Here’s my submission for Kipper And here’s Stilton

Phew, quick thinking @Candy ! Glad all is well again, now nice and easy from everyone okay?

What a super update to read, glad it’s heading in a more positive direction and huge kudos to you for gathering a good support team. Rowing sounds fun, I guess swimming is part of the deal! Really pleased you’re not missing work.

Also @Jennifer (and everyone else!) - it’s entirely normal to be hyper-cautious or anxious with our pups at times - especially when they’re little and the responsibility weighs heavy! So no apologies needed, and keep firing the questions as you have them or simply sharing. This is what this...

Definitely normal, definitely a puppy thing and there’s plenty of time to help him get comfortable with car rides. Can you unpick it a bit? What is it that makes him uncomfortable? For example, is he comfortable being in the stationary car with doors open? Does he mind the engine noise? Is it...

This is incredibly normal. Barking and bouncing away are all part of their puppy repertoire for creating distance if they're uncertain, or worried, or confused. Just watching is a lovely behaviour and we try to encourage this with both our boys - giving them time to process things wherever...

Hip hip hooray! That’s great news, what an excellent trip - I bet he got to see, smell and hear all sorts of lovely new things at the hardware store. Glorious photos, you’re both very beautiful 🤩

Fixed it!

From recent experience, I think it's so easy to judge progress (or lack of it) day to day. Or even morning to afternoon. And when you’re tired and sleep deprived and out of your own comfort zones (which you will be, because puppy) it’s a self-critical catastrophising sweet spot that can be...

Hooray for the poo 💩!! Loving these updates Kelsey. Those videos are great, his little spronks are adorable! And Gizmo is being super chilled by the sound of things, what a very good cat. You’re clearly making a great environment for them - well done, what a first few days eh? :clap:

It’s fine to complain about them and still love them to pieces! We’re all squishy creatures, not robots, with energy levels that fluctuate and arms that feel teeth and finite levels of patience - the whole glorious, messy spectrum! Two things I’ve learned - if anyone mentions alpha, or...

Golly you’re doing brilliantly @JES72 . Keep going, hopefully you’ll have a clearer way forward after the RVC appointment. You’re loving Homer so well x

Oh my giddy aunt, he’s just so sweet!! 🥹 Little baby 🤎 So pleased the vets went well x

If it’s upsetting (you and/or him) could you tape some newspaper or a towel over the lower half of the mirror as a temporary measure just while he’s settling in? Just a bit of an easy way to manage it early days.

Egads you’re doing well Kelsey! It sounds like a brilliant set up, and you’re giving him all he needs - love how you’re already spotting some patterns in his behaviour, and he’s clearly very comfortable with you. Making you his safe place is key to everything else! Firstly, he’ll do most of his...

I hope you got a bit of sleep. Night one is often very up and down with all the changes (although we so often only hear about the ‘perfect first night!’), and you won’t have ruined anything - it just takes time. Do you need to shut him in a crate? Radical I know - but is it possible to maybe...

Hugo!!! What an utterly gorgeous, edible, beautiful little bundle of puppy he is :inlove: Wowsers Kelsey, this is the start of such a fabulous adventure. I’ve never been more grateful to Stilton for needing a 4am (BST) poo than I am right now, as I get to see your fantastic photos. I love his...

Sounds like you’ve prepped brilliantly, and you’ll nearly be there - eek! Safe travels, we’ll expect comms silence for a bit as you adapt to the new little bundle but we’re all with you in spirit. Welcome to the family, puppy! X