Jake ~ Michael and Day 2

My day started at 5:30am...not because of Jake he was so good last night and very quiet but because I had to pee, LOL...I then took Jake out side and then of course all the other animals woke up or wanted fed so I just gave in...and then Michael was up at 6am, ugh!!

It's been a long day but Michael and I did manage a nap this afternoon and that helped!!

Jake had his first appt with our vet today. They loved him. Jake just plopped down on the exam table and took it all with stride. He had an identification micro-chip put in him and then was given some heart-worm preventative. Something that we need to do all year long here in South Texas. The vet also found his retained testicle so he will be neutered here in a couple of weeks. He is healthy and very happy.

Michael wanted to take Jake to the park after the vet appt and I was able to get some photos. Neither one of them is still for very long and it's not an easy thing to attempt. I'm hoping as they get used to one another and calm down I'll be able to get some better photos.

We went to Pet Smart after the park. Jake picked out a package of pig ears. Never thought I'd take one of my dogs into PetSmart but Jake loved it. Everyone asked to pet him and he just soaked up the attention. I also talked to their dog trainer. Michael and Jake start beginning obedience classes on Sunday. I was going to leave Michael with his Dad and take Jake but the trainer said if Jake is Michael's dog then he needs to be there too!! I thought that was great!! She was amazed at how well Michael did with leading Jake, not tugging and being patient with Jake. I've been working with him and hope the training continues well. Today we worked with Jake on how to sit.

When Michael got up from his nap Jake was just thrilled. He was all over Michael and before long we were all rolling around on the floor. I can still see a bit of hesitation on Michaels part about hugging and loving Jake but I know in time he'll get over his fears and be okay.

Michael walking Jake in the childrens play area at the park.

Michael posing with Jake.

He wanted Jake to climb the play equipment with him but Jake would have nothing to do with it. I explained to Michael to be patient and in due time Jake will climb up there with him.

Jake was is already getting attached. He would stand next to Michael while Michael was playing and it was like he was standing guard over his flock...Then if I took Jake and walked over to the shade he would be fine for a few minutes but then he would wiggle and jump in the air wanting to go over to where Michael was at...I've noticed here in the house he goes back and forth between Michael and I....such a good pup!! To me he is watching over his flock! or in this case his family. I'm wondering how he is going to react to Fred when Fred comes home. Fred still hasn't met him. I've sent photos to him through our cellphones and Michael calls his Daddy 2 or 3 times a day about his new puppy, LOL...

Tomorrow is Halloween!! Michael has a party in the morning and tomorrow evening we are going trick or treating for a little bit. It's going to be another busy day...