Happy 7 months, Finn! OMG....I can't even begin to tell you what life has been like with this Portuguese Water Dog. He has been in my life for 3 months now. And, to say he means the world to me is an understatement. It certainly has been a long time since I have had a pup in my life. And, to those that say they are one of the family and just like the kids - Damn right they are!Wake up barks at 2am and gastro issues and teething and boredom and pent up frustration/energy...man, been through this x2 already with my boys! Finn is now their brother-from-another-mother! And, this Mother is tired....yawn! But like a Ma with her child....would I trade it for the world?!... No Way!
We have gone through a lot in 3 months. The nipping....and bruises, Finn was dismissed from Obedience Class (we never did go back), tumbles at the new off-leash dog park, snipping of the boys then the after-affects (stress diarrhea), diet concerns, finding a dog-friendly swimming area, and the "big (and only one) accident" that I was the victim of....
Yes, Finn chewed half of one of my flip-flops...darn rubber/dog park smell. According to Cesar Millan - The Dog Whisperer, my flip-flops were the victim of pent-up energy. Makes sense! Finn watches The Dog Whisperer...unfortunately, he doesn't read, yet...so...bye bye flip-flops! Better you than the furniture!
I luv this pup....accidents and all. Makes life quite interesting! Best part: he gets me walking on a daily basis! Kudos, Finn! You rawk! I mean bark! :)
