I just wanted to take a minute and brag on my little wild man Levi. He was an owner-surrendered rescue, and when I got him, he was a wild ball of energy. It's taken awhile, but I feel like we have made huge strides (even though he is still one active and curious boy)! He has learned basic commands, he is much more reliably potty-trained, and just his basic manners have improved greatly.
For example, we were at Petsmart last night for a nail trim, and after the trim, we were just wandering up and down a few aisles. A large, overly excited German Shepherd mix and his pretty clueless owners walked by and I could tell they were the kind of people who looked down on small dogs as "not real dogs." However, as their dog pulled and cried and barked and yanked to get close to us, Levi sat very patiently by my feet. I never thought I would see this from the dog that naturally wants to run and greet everyone and everything!! It wasn't out of fear (he was very curious and excited to meet this dog), he has just (finally!) learned to wait. So I picked him up and let the two dogs meet.
Sorry this has turned into such a novel, but I am so proud of Levi. And just for fun, I've attached a new picture of my sweet little man.