- Location
- Herefordshire, UK
Or to put it another way, how far we have come in 2 years.
Back in 2016, Cassie was 10-12 weeks old for her first Wimbledon, a total crocopup with needle sharp teeth which I struggled to cope with but eventually found a way having found a certain Forum and it's wonderful community. The biting was a shock to me, and at times I questioned my wisdom in giving up my freedom to take on 24 hour responsibility for this fat little bundle. I had it in my head that she would be my last dog and therefore was going to be perfect How to put pressure on yourself and your dog, not good. It was impossible then to watch a rally without having to get up for a wee or poo trip ! Cassie not me! Then there was the previously quoted occasion when I fell asleep and woke up to the sound of her finishing my wine, her little muzzle could then reach to the bottom of my glassWhen she was awake my feet and legs where permanent targets.
And then in 2017 we were in midst of the headbursts that lead to me starting the "stop mugging me " log, when my arms were permanently covered in bruises and scratches and very sore , from her frustration, call it what you will. This time last year I was having to walk her wearing an overcoat and thick leather boots in the warmest spell of weather that we had all summer, to protect myself. And pretend to everyone I met that I was perfectly well and it was quite normal to dress like that! Whether all that was caused by the aftermath of her phantom pregnancy and the wrong food I shall never know, but I'm happy that that is behind us. She was still at that time not too happy about me sitting on the "best" sofa, on which she is not allowed, and would persistently "play bow" in a effort to get my attention when watching TV.
And now in 2018, at the grand age of 2yrs 2 months, what does she do ? She lies quietly on the floor, or on her bed nearby, politely wagging her tail from time to time when something exciting happens, she seems to be able to tell, and if it's really impressive she gets up and insists on shoving her favourite Zebby toy into my hands as if she wants to be involved. Her muzzle is so gorgeous and soft, like velvet. Far removed from the needle sharp teeth 2 years ago.
So yes, what a difference 2 yrs makes in the life of a rambunctious young Labrador
Back in 2016, Cassie was 10-12 weeks old for her first Wimbledon, a total crocopup with needle sharp teeth which I struggled to cope with but eventually found a way having found a certain Forum and it's wonderful community. The biting was a shock to me, and at times I questioned my wisdom in giving up my freedom to take on 24 hour responsibility for this fat little bundle. I had it in my head that she would be my last dog and therefore was going to be perfect
How to put pressure on yourself and your dog, not good. It was impossible then to watch a rally without having to get up for a wee or poo trip ! Cassie not me! Then there was the previously quoted occasion when I fell asleep and woke up to the sound of her finishing my wine, her little muzzle could then reach to the bottom of my glassWhen she was awake my feet and legs where permanent targets.And then in 2017 we were in midst of the headbursts that lead to me starting the "stop mugging me " log, when my arms were permanently covered in bruises and scratches and very sore , from her frustration, call it what you will. This time last year I was having to walk her wearing an overcoat and thick leather boots in the warmest spell of weather that we had all summer, to protect myself. And pretend to everyone I met that I was perfectly well and it was quite normal to dress like that! Whether all that was caused by the aftermath of her phantom pregnancy and the wrong food I shall never know, but I'm happy that that is behind us. She was still at that time not too happy about me sitting on the "best" sofa, on which she is not allowed, and would persistently "play bow" in a effort to get my attention when watching TV.
And now in 2018, at the grand age of 2yrs 2 months, what does she do ? She lies quietly on the floor, or on her bed nearby, politely wagging her tail from time to time when something exciting happens, she seems to be able to tell, and if it's really impressive she gets up and insists on shoving her favourite Zebby toy into my hands as if she wants to be involved. Her muzzle is so gorgeous and soft, like velvet. Far removed from the needle sharp teeth 2 years ago.
So yes, what a difference 2 yrs makes in the life of a rambunctious young Labrador
