Van der MoodHoover Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 So, on other threads I've introduced the fact that we are fostering an assistance puppy. His name is Miekle (not chosen by us) and he's a 9 week old handful. I just thought that I would set up a little thread to give periodic updates on his progress. It avoids messing up other threads and was a suggestion from @CBRammette and @Anag Ram so thank you both. Here's a snap from playtime right now. Anag Ram, MrPlinkett, Day and 13 others 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 8, 2021 Author Share Posted May 8, 2021 As you can see, playtime can be a bit of a spartan experience... ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anag Ram Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 4 minutes ago, Van der MoodHoover said: So, on other threads I've introduced the fact that we are fostering an assistance puppy. His name is Miekle (not chosen by us) and he's a 9 week old handful. I just thought that I would set up a little thread to give periodic updates on his progress. It avoids messing up other threads and was a suggestion from @CBRammette and @Anag Ram so thank you both. Here's a snap from playtime right now. He is a little beauty. Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 8, 2021 Author Share Posted May 8, 2021 And one more from our playtime this evening. Fear not folks, the frequency will reduce... Kinder and Pearl Ram 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 After today I think Miekle is our lucky mascot. Our luck changed with his first appearance. What dogs charity is it for? Please keep us up to date on his progress Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkFruitsRam7 Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 Makes me miss my Jess. Lovely. Brammie Steve 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 8, 2021 Author Share Posted May 8, 2021 14 minutes ago, CBRammette said: After today I think Miekle is our lucky mascot. Our luck changed with his first appearance. What dogs charity is it for? Please keep us up to date on his progress The charity is called Canine Partners. I'm thrilled that today worked out. It's like being a new dad almost....up at 4am and here I am trying to settle him down at 10.30. But I wouldn't want it any other way.... The hard part I'm sure will be next May when he has to move on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 30 minutes ago, Van der MoodHoover said: The charity is called Canine Partners. I'm thrilled that today worked out. It's like being a new dad almost....up at 4am and here I am trying to settle him down at 10.30. But I wouldn't want it any other way.... The hard part I'm sure will be next May when he has to move on... yes but just think what a difference he will make for someone and you can train another Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 29 minutes ago, Van der MoodHoover said: The charity is called Canine Partners. I'm thrilled that today worked out. It's like being a new dad almost....up at 4am and here I am trying to settle him down at 10.30. But I wouldn't want it any other way.... The hard part I'm sure will be next May when he has to move on... So you get given a puppy to train for a year into being an assistance dog, then give him to someone in need? Fair play, not sure I could do that, the goodbye part would crush me having seen it grow. Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brammie Steve Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 Miekle has got to be one of the most beautiful doggies I've ever seen. I meet lots of guide dogs and some of them are such beauties that their owned have real difficulties in stopping folk petting them when in harness Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 8, 2021 Author Share Posted May 8, 2021 3 minutes ago, David said: So you get given a puppy to train for a year into being an assistance dog, then give him to someone in need? Fair play, not sure I could do that, the goodbye part would crush me having seen it grow. We do year 1 of 2 training. The investment in these pups is very significant. But exactly as you say David, we haven't had to give him up yet. What I don't know is how likely he is to make it through. If they don't make it through then I believe that the pup is offered for permanent rehousing. I think it's a good thing to do and we're very happy to support it....as long as little miekle gets a good quality of life out of it. Day 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 8, 2021 Author Share Posted May 8, 2021 1 hour ago, DarkFruitsRam7 said: Makes me miss my Jess. Lovely. He does look similar mate doesn't he? Never was a dog person until we got Tigz in 2015. But they're addictive aren't they? DarkFruitsRam7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkFruitsRam7 Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 30 minutes ago, Van der MoodHoover said: He does look similar mate doesn't he? Never was a dog person until we got Tigz in 2015. But they're addictive aren't they? There’s something about black labs as well. This is Arlo, my sister’s dog. CBRammette, Brammie Steve, TimRam and 8 others 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 8, 2021 Author Share Posted May 8, 2021 Just now, DarkFruitsRam7 said: There’s something about black labs as well. This is Arlo, my sister’s dog. Reckon they're more intelligent? Miekle came from a litter in Gloucestershire. Parents were ex assistance dogs owned by the charity. Essentially a selective breeding programme. But most of miekles siblings are black, so I assume some connection.. Brammie Steve and DarkFruitsRam7 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comrade 86 Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 On 09/05/2021 at 00:04, DarkFruitsRam7 said: There’s something about black labs as well. This is Arlo, my sister’s dog. On 08/05/2021 at 21:54, Van der MoodHoover said: Awww ? Now pining badly! Good on you @Van der MoodHoover a very good cause ? Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coneheadjohn Posted May 10, 2021 Share Posted May 10, 2021 Well done,that’s great. Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brammie Steve Posted May 11, 2021 Share Posted May 11, 2021 Labradors make the best guide dogs! Black labradors make the most beautiful guidance creatures! Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 11, 2021 Author Share Posted May 11, 2021 Bit of a disaster yesterday....a slip on the lawn led to miekle faceplanting a newly laid pooh. Cue flapping and an emergency first bath. We've therefore discovered that he doesn't enjoy baths..... Steve How Hard?, Anag Ram, Comrade 86 and 3 others 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted May 11, 2021 Share Posted May 11, 2021 14 minutes ago, Van der MoodHoover said: Bit of a disaster yesterday....a slip on the lawn led to miekle faceplanting a newly laid pooh. Cue flapping and an emergency first bath. We've therefore discovered that he doesn't enjoy baths..... Butter wouldnt melt. They will always find the poo. Fox and goose worst! Loving the spiky look though Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted May 17, 2021 Author Share Posted May 17, 2021 Today was 2nd inoculation day so he's been a little subdued but coming back round. Growing quickly at around 1kg per week. Toilet training is a bit hit and miss and the 5am starts are a bit of a trial. He's been to a local factory and has a trip lined up at the local primary school. All good ? rynny, angieram, richinspain and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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