After all you went through to find this class, and you were so excited - I am SOOOOO very sorry. All kinds of things went through my mind as I read all of these posts....First and foremost - this is special time for you and your Pebbles. After the negative experience you had with your last class, I agree with you that I would hang in there with this class and this instructor. What if when the next person who thinks they are so very funny with their "quick wit" makes a hurtful comment, look at Pebbles and say directly to her (and of course so the offender can hear!), "Don't let him hurt your feelings sweetheart. He doesn't really mean to be rude, he is just jealous of your brains, beauty, and kind heart." Then look at your offender and smile sweetly and say, "Don't feel bad, Pebbles doesn't hold a grudge against people say rude things to her. By the way, I noticed that your dog is ..." and find something to compliment their dog on. Whether it seems like their dog is kind natured, or has a pretty coat, or seems excited to be at class - it doesn't matter what - every dog has something wonderful about them. Find it and point it out to their owner. Kill them with kindness. As for Pebbles clothing - it is so totally a matter of YOUR preference. As long as the clothes don't get in the way of her training, it shouldn't matter to anyone else. However, I would save the formal-wear for graduation night when she is class valedictorian! I am a huge Pebbles fan - don't let other peoples ignorance upset you, because Pebbles will sense that you are upset, and that will take the fun out of this new adventure.
You said Pebbles was doing really well with the actual lessons - that is wonderful! What are you working on with her this week? I am proud of you for the way you worked to find this class - hang in there and enjoy your Pebbles time!!! |