First San Francisco Adventure

Me at Pier 39

Mom took me to San Francisco with my friends Jiva, Geroge and their humans Iris and Cyndy. We parked by the Marina and we walked by lots of big things floating in the water. I've never been so close to so much water. I was a little scared, but the view was pretty.

We had to walk up a steep set of stairs, but I made it with mom guiding me. She's so helpful!

I saw lots of interesting things and many new people of all shapes and sizes. I even saw these big wet creatures that were making a lot of noise. I think my mom called them Sea Lions. They sure were loud and weird looking. I'm a big girl now, so they didn't scare me away.

I had a great time in the city with my favorite friends. I heard mom talking and she said that I was so well behaved, that we get come back for another visit. I can't wait!

Best Friends Forever!

I'm the 3rd wheel in this pic with Jiva and George!

 

 

7 Months - from Zaire

It's my turn to finally write a post... after all, it's all about me.

I'd like to share some of my loves, likes, and dislikes.

Loves:
I love my mom. I think she's the best and she always shows me that she loves me too.
I love love love TREATS!
I love to snuggle next to mom after dinner and get belly rubs.
I love when mom buys me a new pretty collar. I always want to look my best for my boyfriend George.


Likes:
I like going to the park to see my best friends. It's fun to play with Fergie, George, Jiva, and Yosie.
I like that mom takes me to work with her everyday.
I like playing with squeaky toys.
I like going out in public, because every one gives me attention and tells me how cute I am. I meet a lot of people. And they fall in love with me instantly. It's hard being so darn cute!


Dislikes:
I love that mom gives me yummy meatballs, but she puts them in the Kong and I have to work to get it out. I wish she would just feed it directly in my mouth.
Going out in the rain.
Walking in puddles.
The big dogs at the park who chase me. 

This is me taking my mama on a walk!

Stay tuned... I'll be posting more often.

4 Months Old - October 30, 2011

Month 1 Recap

 I can't believe it's been 4 weeks since I've brought home this little bundle of cuteness. Time is flying by and even though I take pictures almost on a daily basis, I've realized it's not enough. I have to capture every moment, because before I know it, February 2013 will be here and my baby girl will be moving on to advance training.

Here's Zaire at 11 weeks old!

 

Before I brought puppy home, I had imagined that I would blog at least weekly to track her progress and post pictures of her growing. Week 1 came and went... as did the next 3 weeks. Now I'm thinking monthly updates sound much better.

It's been a fun first month and I've learned so much about Zaire. She is one smart puppy! 

The past few weeks I have been teaching her her Name, Sit, Down, Wait, Kennel, Release, Hurry, Let's Go, Don't/No, Drop, Here, Dress, and how to walk down stairs. 

~ Month 1 Recap ~

Zaire accepted her crate on the first day. She sleeps through the entire night (except when she had diarrhea for a week, then she would bark and let me know she had to go).

Dog hair is a new accessory to my clothing. 

 

I now know what it feels like to be a mother. I worry when puppy isn't drinking enough water or has a tiny red bump on her tummy, or wonder why she's scratching her ear.

Too many treats and kibble can cause an upset stomach and keep you up all night. 

Zaire is very food motivated! She knows how to Sit very well. 

When we are outside walking, she'll occasionally be stubborn and plop her butt down and won't budge. That is, until you show her a treat. ;-)

 

Getting ready to go anywhere requires planning to make sure I have everything I could possibly need while we are out.

I have to allow plenty of time to load the car with puppy and her stuff before we leave. 

I used to arrive early to places and now I'm always a few minutes behind because puppy sometimes doesn't stick to the schedule. 

 

Zaire have a new best friend named Jiva and they have play dates almost twice a week. 

This weekend puppy gets her first bath. Stay tuned for bath pictures and we'll see you next month! 

 

Stubborn puppy won't come down the stairs!

September 29, 2011 - 13 Weeks old!