What a day! And, an Exclusive Major Update!

[MariaM]

Wow! Major and I have been having quite the day today! We're both pooped right now.

Let me start out by saying how much I love that guy. He lets me do virtually anything. It seems like it is possible to train him *anything*...he might not want to do it (come, stay) but he'll at least know it, and do it sometimes.

Right now he knows:

Sit
Shake
Other (other paw)
Both (both paws)
Down
Bang
Rollover
Leave It
Drop It
Stay
Come (usually)

The only thing he really won't let me do is put a biscuit on his nose....we're still working on that.

This is what we've done today so far:

He got a really good brush.(he gets bribed with treats )

I brushed his teeth (he's quite good with that now but still learning)

Clipped his nails (he's a perfect angel!)

Filed his nails (doesn't like it, but puts up with it!)

And I put the vet tag on his collar that I've been putting off...so now he has an ID one and a vaccination one

He has gotten a LOT of treats today for putting up with stuff

I cleaned all the poo from the yard

He went for a walk. He is GREAT on walks. I remember when I first got him he practically choked himself That's when I realized something had to be done. So, thanks to your suggestions of turning around once he gets ahead of you, he was great. Although, his only problem was if he saw a person, 80% of the time he'd try to go see them, and with dogs/cats he just lunged (what can I say? He's friendly!)

So, today on our walk he was good except when we passed a puppy and a person, 2 seconds (literally) later, the neighbors big dog, 10 seconds later, 4 more people. I decided to try the Halti again.

So...I put it on him, in the yard and he just went nuts He rolled around trying to get it off for at least 10-15 minutes. I tried walking him around the yard but he wasn't doing so well, so I took him in the front. He did a little better, so I went on the road. We went for a walk, and he was sooo good with it! He never lunged at the dog that he always does, and I went by him twice to make sure! That's the best $20 I've ever spent...!

Also, lately we've been leaving the front gate open, and we put him on his cable, and he goes out So now for some of the time he has more room to see! At first I thought it would be a horrible idea because he'd try to lunge at everyone. But he just walks around a bit and lies down to watch people! Now, if he sees someone coming in the yard, he'll lunge, which is why I need to get him a harness (he grew out of the other one) But he is so good!

Did I mention he rarely barks at night anymore?

I truly have been blessed!

What else is planned for the day? Oh..the usual, and if it doesn't rain, a much needed bath!

Sorry if I rambled on, but I just wanted to share

[tatsxxx11]

Not only are you blessed to have Major, Major is blessed to have YOU as his Mom A doggie couldn't hope for one more dedicated than you! What progress he's made And it's all thanks to your leadership, love and devotion! You guys sure had a BIG day!!! I'll bet the little fella (n ot so little anymore) will sleep well tonight! Three cheers for Major I'll bet your "grandama's" mighty proud of you too! Maybe soon he'll be able to enjoy free run of the house! Hugs to you sweet boy! How about some pics to celebrate?

[dukedogsmom]

I think you're doing a great job! Look at all the rewards you're both getting. He's such a sweet dog. Of course, you already know that I have got to wash Duke soon. Poor thing. With all the stormy weather and me working, I haven't had time and he stinks

[GoldenRetrLuver]

You're doing a great job with him!

He's such a smart boy! I agree with Sandra, more pictures would be nice. Hopefully one day you can prove to your parents that he'd behave inside, and that it'd be better for him.

Congrats on all the progress!

[RobiLee]

I'm so glad that you shared your day with us. I loved reading about it. Major sounds wonderful. Give him a big hug from me!

Robin

[KYS]

Wow! I am impressed.
Major is a smart and you are doing
such a great job with him.

[LorraineO]

Kudos to you noth,,, such great efforts on both your parts,,, you both are A1 on my list!!!!

[BCBlondie]

Wow!!!! I am soo proud of you two!!! You've done an amazing job with him, and he's a VERY good boy!!! He deserves every single one of those treats!!

P.S.
I think it's time for more pics of your pretty pup too!