bad me

I know it's been a full month since I last posted anything on this blog...an indication of how busy I have been. Unfortunately, it is also an indication at how much time I've had lately to spend quality time with the pups.

The past month has been full of exciting happenings at our family...most of all, Jake finally learned to swim!! He's good at it, too...and he enjoys it so very much. I'm sad everyday that passes is a day closer to end of summer. Hopefully, we'll be able to take advantage of every summer afternoon by taking them to the river.

These river trips, however, have also meant that my car has now officially become a two-seater. I don't dislike anyone enough to make them sit on that mess. As much as I want a new car, M and I have bigger plans for the near future...so, the dog-mobile it is!

Between crazy life and visits to the river, we haven't had much time to work on our walks. Nevertheless, we have noticed a great improvement in both Jake and Luna. Ultimately, working with the trainer helped me realize that 80% of the problems were caused by my own reactions. I realized that when I see other dogs, runners, etc. coming our way, I tense up so much that I start creating the situation and Jake and Luna take it from there. Often times now, by taking deep breaths and maintaining my calm, we can walk around other dogs on leashes with no reaction at all.

Coming to this realization has brought us more peaceful walks and a new family attitude!