Paul has set up a blog with piccies of Rufus on. I shall write some reports on his progress on the blog as soon as Paul gives me access to it. You will find it at:
www.rescuerufus.blogspot.com
Day 3/4 today and with the help of a friend who is also the secretary of the local Dog Club and other members of the club, Rufus went off lead for the first time. Have to say, I was a bit dubious, but he behaved perfectly. Thanks are due to Tessa (lurcher) who has helped lots of dogs run free in a semi-controlled way, Jake the Airedale and Gus the Springer Spaniel. We have arranged to meet in the park each day to get Rufus used to other dogs and being off-lead and Karen is trying to get me a place on the course. This year it will include basic obedience, which Rufus is already quite good at, some retrieving and some agility. I think it will help us bond ever better than we already have. Paul put his arms around him on Thursday night and said 'welcome to the pack, friend'.
He was an angel this morning, coming back on command for a treat. Needless to say, he was also a huge huge hit with the other dog owners. I love the pictures of him playing tug of war with Tessa and also the one where he sees the horse in the field. I could almost feel the "Blimey, Mum, that's a big dog." He has beautiful manners and isn't pushy at all. I thought he might be a problem on the lead this morning, because it was sheet ice on the pavements, but he toddled along at my shambling pace really well.
Can't thank you enough, Jan. Talk about right dog, right home. Spot on.
Rufus's Progress
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Re: Rufus's Progress
Happy New Year, i love the photo's of rufus its brilliant thanks for putting them on. i love looking at the photo's. i cant wait to get another golden, We were offered lovely 4 year old off the breeder we have had our goldies from but unfortunatly it wasnt to be as i have been very ill and been in hospital and have to go back for another op. When i am fully fit john and i want to adopt a golden again. thanks for showing rufus hope you put more on.. hope x 