Coneheadjohn Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 2 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: We're given a standard list of commands John and we're starting with the asterisk ones. It's supposed also to be mixed with positive reinforcement so rather than just say "off" you say the word, encourage him with a "what's this?" to distract him and give him a "yes Meikle" with a bit of kibble if he complies. He's now able to take himself off to his loo area, pee or poo and then reappears and sits waiting for a bit of kibble..... This is the list if it's come out OK... That’s a comprehensive list,I think I might fail a lot of those. Comrade 86 and Van der MoodHoover 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 12, 2021 Author Share Posted June 12, 2021 3 minutes ago, Coneheadjohn said: That’s a comprehensive list,I think I might fail a lot of those. We also get weekly visits John from a very stern woman who's got a mouth pursed like a cats bum and who only dispenses criticism. We're on the naughty step as Meikle chewed her home made treat hunting cushion. Which was definitely not to be chewed. At all. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coneheadjohn Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 2 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: We also get weekly visits John from a very stern woman who's got a mouth pursed like a cats bum and who only dispenses criticism. My wife visits you every week? ramit, i-Ram, Mostyn6 and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozza Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 That won't get back.. @Mrs Cone Wolfie20, Coneheadjohn and Comrade 86 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 15, 2021 Author Share Posted June 15, 2021 Today Meikle was introduced to the world of John Lewis in Southampton..... Here he is looking very proud in his canine partners bandana. angieram and CBRammette 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 15, 2021 Author Share Posted June 15, 2021 Some more pics from our trip..... He helped me choose shoes, pooed on the floor in menswear and was a huge hit with the staff. Big shout out to John Lewis who actually allow all dogs in their stores. Kinder, Mostyn6 and angieram 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted June 16, 2021 Share Posted June 16, 2021 11 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: Some more pics from our trip..... He helped me choose shoes, pooed on the floor in menswear and was a huge hit with the staff. Big shout out to John Lewis who actually allow all dogs in their stores. Love the pooing on the floor!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 16, 2021 Author Share Posted June 16, 2021 50 minutes ago, CBRammette said: Love the pooing on the floor!! Mrs VdM bought, to much scorn from yours truly, something called a "dinky bag" which is basically a deodorant lined soft zipped up small holdall that can fit a poo bag in. "what are we going to need that for" was my reaction. Especially as it cost 25 quid. Well, I got my answer. The pup had already done 3 poos so I thought that we were safe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted June 16, 2021 Share Posted June 16, 2021 2 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: Mrs VdM bought, to much scorn from yours truly, something called a "dinky bag" which is basically a deodorant lined soft zipped up small holdall that can fit a poo bag in. "what are we going to need that for" was my reaction. Especially as it cost 25 quid. Well, I got my answer. The pup had already done 3 poos so I thought that we were safe! So funny. So did Meikle have that innocent puppy face or a look of shame? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkFruitsRam7 Posted June 16, 2021 Share Posted June 16, 2021 2 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: "what are we going to need that for" was my reaction. Two black eyes later and you followed her meekly (or Miekly) into the shop. Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 16, 2021 Author Share Posted June 16, 2021 16 minutes ago, CBRammette said: So funny. So did Meikle have that innocent puppy face or a look of shame? He was, remarkably, unfazed. He then proceeded to play with an assistant who appeared to distract him while I got to work with my dinky bag. It's remarkable how the bag suddenly became "my" bag, once it was filled ? CBRammette 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 16, 2021 Author Share Posted June 16, 2021 11 minutes ago, DarkFruitsRam7 said: Two black eyes later and you followed her meekly (or Miekly) into the shop. I was accused of encouraging him just to get out of having to buy myself some new gear from the menswear dept. Mrs VdM saw it as a sinister blokey conspiracy ? DarkFruitsRam7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brammie Steve Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 I held a friend's 'off duty' guide dog whilst he went into a shop today. Nix (the dog) has not yet had his full training and is a VERY powerful young labrador. When master reappeared Nix leapt up on his hind legs and landed about six foot forward taking me with him. Later we met a golden retriever in training. Nix tried his party trick again but this time we had tied his harness to a bench. Good job it was bolted down! I'll say no more, said too much already! Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 35 minutes ago, Brammie Steve said: I held a friend's 'off duty' guide dog whilst he went into a shop today. Nix (the dog) has not yet had his full training and is a VERY powerful young labrador. When master reappeared Nix leapt up on his hind legs and landed about six foot forward taking me with him. Later we met a golden retriever in training. Nix tried his party trick again but this time we had tied his harness to a bench. Good job it was bolted down! I'll say no more, said too much already! They grow like the clappers. Meikle hasn't done much new this week but he's teething so nibbling everything in sight. Here's a recent pic so folk can get a sense of the growth.... CBRammette, Brammie Steve and Mostyn6 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GboroRam Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 On 16/06/2021 at 10:22, CBRammette said: Love the pooing on the floor!! Yes, John Lewis staff love the dog despite a poo on the floor. Yet I do it one time, and I'm banned from every store in the country. Steve How Hard?, Van der MoodHoover, Day and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 25, 2021 Author Share Posted June 25, 2021 The news this week is some concern with the development of Meikles hips and that his cartilege may not be developing. He is kind of sashaying when he walks by swinging his spine, possibly because his hips are painful. So a vets appointment is imminent with perhaps massage therapy to follow. If it doesn't correct then the little tyke will fail and drop out of the training program and be put up for adoption ie sale. This has sadly led to him being withdrawn from the charity video shoot next week, the charity thinking that nothing less than 100% physical perfection will do. We think that it might be a growth spurt. He's physically changing quite quickly. Here's this mornings portrait. I think he's a handsome little guy and we'll do whatever we can to make sure he's OK. richinspain, Steve How Hard?, Brammie Steve and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 54 minutes ago, Van der MoodHoover said: The news this week is some concern with the development of Meikles hips and that his cartilege may not be developing. He is kind of sashaying when he walks by swinging his spine, possibly because his hips are painful. So a vets appointment is imminent with perhaps massage therapy to follow. If it doesn't correct then the little tyke will fail and drop out of the training program and be put up for adoption ie sale. This has sadly led to him being withdrawn from the charity video shoot next week, the charity thinking that nothing less than 100% physical perfection will do. We think that it might be a growth spurt. He's physically changing quite quickly. Here's this mornings portrait. I think he's a handsome little guy and we'll do whatever we can to make sure he's OK. That is a shame and hope hes not too uncomfortable. You may be right about growth spurt. As long as he wasnt in pain would a slightly odd gait mean he couldnt do the job or is it more that they avoid dogs that could cost the charity vets bills? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 2 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: The news this week is some concern with the development of Meikles hips and that his cartilege may not be developing. He is kind of sashaying when he walks by swinging his spine, possibly because his hips are painful. So a vets appointment is imminent with perhaps massage therapy to follow. If it doesn't correct then the little tyke will fail and drop out of the training program and be put up for adoption ie sale. This has sadly led to him being withdrawn from the charity video shoot next week, the charity thinking that nothing less than 100% physical perfection will do. We think that it might be a growth spurt. He's physically changing quite quickly. Here's this mornings portrait. I think he's a handsome little guy and we'll do whatever we can to make sure he's OK. I’ll have him. I’ll give up my day job to make his life happy. Carnero and Van der MoodHoover 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 25, 2021 Author Share Posted June 25, 2021 2 hours ago, CBRammette said: That is a shame and hope hes not too uncomfortable. You may be right about growth spurt. As long as he wasnt in pain would a slightly odd gait mean he couldnt do the job or is it more that they avoid dogs that could cost the charity vets bills? Probably it's that he could not do all the things that the charity want an assistance dog to do. They breed them deliberately to be tall and robust as well as having a good temperament. But we're not there yet so lessons are being learned not to over exercise him just because it's convenient for us to tire him out so that he sleeps through the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted June 25, 2021 Author Share Posted June 25, 2021 59 minutes ago, Mostyn6 said: I’ll have him. I’ll give up my day job to make his life happy. That's very decent of you. Our only concern is his welfare of course. The main concern for us is our existing dog. If they have to be kept separate to avoid boisterous play while he is growing, then that will not be practical and we would, I suspect, have to ask for him to be rehoused. We went through this at great length when we applied and everyone assured there was no issue. But there might be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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