Here's Junior

[Woogie Man]

That's so sweet of you to say that, Furbaby Friend. I'm blushing now .

Mary, when I said 'squatty', I mean he's still showing a nice short loin and it gives him a little bit of a squatty appearance. He certainly has plenty of leg...I hope not too much. And I love his gold, too.

I have tried working with him just a little. He's such a squirmbucket. It's hard to just comb him and do a little trimming. He's even less cooperative with stacking. I think he needs more of an outlet for his energy and then he would settle down a little more. Though he's not vaccinated, I trust my yard and may start taking him out for a little spurt.

Up til now, I've just been wanting to get that bond with him. That has been a resounding success. Now it is time to put that trust to work and start getting him to cooperate a little.

Mary, at what age should I try putting him on a lead? Is now too soon?

[Woogie Man]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

Forgot to add....now you are going to join the ranks of crazy people with your wee show hopeful. Waiting for those lil testes to drop....checking the bite, watching the topline, watching movement.......you're going to be a crazy man.......

I'm no stranger to crazy, but this may make me certifiable . I'm watching like a hawk, but trying to keep in mind that there's so many changes still to come. For instance, his ears have grown, maybe more than I'd like, but he has every chance to fit into them. It's a wait and see.

One thing I like is that he's showing decent size. I was afraid he'd wind up like his sire...too small. It's a long shot, but if the right combination happened, there's a good chance he'll become a fine dog. Considering my initial reluctance to use Nemo as the sire, I'm really happy so far. Just wish there was another pup to see how consistent this pairing can produce.

Ah, well, we play the hand we're dealt sometimes......

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by Woogie Man

That's so sweet of you to say that, Furbaby Friend. I'm blushing now .

Mary, when I said 'squatty', I mean he's still showing a nice short loin and it gives him a little bit of a squatty appearance. He certainly has plenty of leg...I hope not too much. And I love his gold, too.

I have tried working with him just a little. He's such a squirmbucket. It's hard to just comb him and do a little trimming. He's even less cooperative with stacking. I think he needs more of an outlet for his energy and then he would settle down a little more. Though he's not vaccinated, I trust my yard and may start taking him out for a little spurt.

Up til now, I've just been wanting to get that bond with him. That has been a resounding success. Now it is time to put that trust to work and start getting him to cooperate a little.

Mary, at what age should I try putting him on a lead? Is now too soon?

I start introducing them to a lead, at about 10 weeks. But, only putting it around their neck while on the grooming table. I begin real lead training at about 16 weeks of age.....but, at a fun level....letting them lead me around......within a few days we begin to work with a squeeky toy or bait to get them to follow me.....Just keep it fun. Oh! when you begin the bait training, only do it with the lead on.......it's more getting them use to the feel of it first. Oh! do a lot of clicker training too.

Not sure if you to your own vaccinations, but if your vet does them....Make sure that he isn't put on a table to vaccinate him. You want him to have no negative experiences on a table.

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by Woogie Man

I'm no stranger to crazy, but this may make me certifiable . I'm watching like a hawk, but trying to keep in mind that there's so many changes still to come. For instance, his ears have grown, maybe more than I'd like, but he has every chance to fit into them. It's a wait and see.

One thing I like is that he's showing decent size. I was afraid he'd wind up like his sire...too small. It's a long shot, but if the right combination happened, there's a good chance he'll become a fine dog. Considering my initial reluctance to use Nemo as the sire, I'm really happy so far. Just wish there was another pup to see how consistent this pairing can produce.

Ah, well, we play the hand we're dealt sometimes......

His ears are fine...nothing out of the ordinary......

[Woogie Man]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

I start introducing them to a lead, at about 10 weeks. But, only putting it around their neck while on the grooming table. I begin real lead training at about 16 weeks of age.....but, at a fun level....letting them lead me around......within a few days we begin to work with a squeeky toy or bait to get them to follow me.....Just keep it fun. Oh! when you begin the bait training, only do it with the lead on.......it's more getting them use to the feel of it first. Oh! do a lot of clicker training too.

Not sure if you to your own vaccinations, but if your vet does them....Make sure that he isn't put on a table to vaccinate him. You want him to have no negative experiences on a table.

Thanks for the tips on lead training. I don't want to miss any windows of opportunity in bringing him along.

I do my own vacs so he shouldn't be at my vet's until after his last one when he gets his first blood test.

[Woogie Man]

A couple more pics....

The legs are exaggerated in the last pic. He's really not *that* leggy .

[gemy]

Junior looks like a happy pup! I too especially like his face. They change so fast at this time.
Does he like squeaky toys?

[BonBon]

He really is a gorgeous boy. I can't wait to follow his career!

[Woogie Man]

Originally Posted by gemy

Junior looks like a happy pup! I too especially like his face. They change so fast at this time.
Does he like squeaky toys?

He is a happy boy. All is good in Junior's world.

I don't have any squeaky toys for him. He does like the chew toys, though.

Originally Posted by BonBon

He really is a gorgeous boy. I can't wait to follow his career!

Thanks, Bonny. I only hope he turns out well enough to have a career!

[manolos mom]

Originally Posted by Woogie Man

A couple more pics....

The legs are exaggerated in the last pic. He's really not *that* leggy .

He is gorgeous Jim. Cant wait to see you in the Ring...He looks like a winner.

[mypreciouspups]

Jim is he gorgeous, and I do hope he gets you into the ring..I must watch for updates on the two of you...

[lisaly]

He's just beautiful. Jim. He has the sweetest face. Enjoy him!

[Woogie Man]

Thanks, all. I can't believe how much he's changed from the earlier pictures. I see him all the time so he doesn't seem so different until I compare with the earlier pics. Guess I need to take photos more often. He's growing up so fast.

I am really having fun with him now. He's still a baby but is getting more puppy-like every day. He sleeps less and plays more and is becoming a typical boy. I still haven't heard him make a noise yet, but I'm sure he'll find his voice soon. I suppose I should appreciate the quiet for now...

[smepperson]

Originally Posted by BonBon

He really is a gorgeous boy. I can't wait to follow his career!

Could not agree more! He is absolutely precious! That face is so near to perfect ~ and his ears are so pretty...beautiful symmetry and coloring!!! Congrats!

[Woogie Man]

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