Little Ted 😊

[Boogie]

Looks like teddy has pushed Ted out!

 

[MellowYellow]

He is absolutely gorgeous! And well done to Tatze for being such a superstar with him, so patient with an almost 'I've seen it all before' air about her!

 

[Boogie]

We had a good night. Two get-ups for wee wees and straight back to sleep then awake at 6am. I take that as a win!
Ted loves his crate and takes himself in there when he’s tired and settles himself down. I only close the gate if I’m popping out of the room. I managed a shower this morning with no drama from Ted

He's getting bolder with Tatze too. She’s very nonchalant with him but also keeps one eye on him, in case of sudden nips. None yet, but she’s used to crazy crocapups!

I think his panda eyes are hilarious!

 

[Stacia]

Ted seems to have settled down very quickly and looks a confident little man.

 

[Boogie]

Weird sleeping position number six!

I really should do some housework while he's asleep.

 

[Stacia]

Practicing to be a Labrador

 

[Boogie]

 

[Boogie]

 

[Stacia]

It must be such a help to have Tatze.

 

[Boogie]

It must be such a help to have Tatze.

It always has been, with every pup. She just shows them the way. (Shhhh about the squirrel chasing! )

 

[Teresa1515]

Ted has made himself at home, what lovely pictures of the two sleeping along side together.

 

[Boogie]

I wonder what Tatze is thinking?

 

[Stacia]

@Boogie, Tatze is saying *despite myself, I do love Ted"

 

[Granca]

I’m not sure who has fallen on their feet, Ted or @Boogie! Maybe both. He’s gorgeous!

 

[Candy]

I think Tatze is thinking 'Well, this is a funny little Labrador, but I'll still be his friend, that's my job after all!'
Such a sweet GoodGirl!

 

[Atemas]

I wonder what Tatze is thinking?

She’s thinking ‘I have another job to do’

 

[Selina27]

I think Tatze is thinking 'Well, this is a funny little Labrador, but I'll still be his friend

Exactly what I thought

 

[Boogie]

Just one get up for a wee and a 7am wake up. I’ll take that!

We have already got into a little routine and I’m working on leaving the room for a few minutes at a time. I have my shower when he has his first big snooze after breakfast and I take Tatze during his second big snooze after lunch. Tatze doesn’t mind the late walk at all - she’s pretty busy just now keeping her eye on little Ted!





She takes over one of his beds from time to time, she’s fast asleep here

 

[Boogie]

These are the criteria Ted will need to meet in about a year’s time for his assessment as a PAT dog.

The one I’m especially aware of is ‘no pawing or paws up’. We teach this with GD pups and it’s easy and obvious that a big dog pawing you isn’t comfortable and putting two paws up could knock folk over.

But a little dog? I never worried about my cavaliers putting their paws up on me to be lifted up or fussed.

So this will be a challenge!

So far I’m doing three things -

1. Standing up and moving away as soon as he puts his paws up.
2. Using treats (his food) and asking for a ‘sit’ then lifting him up.
3. Gently putting his paws down, giving him a fuss, then picking him up once he’s forgotten having his paws up.

If you have any other ideas let me know!

 

[Boogie]

Play time