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Brookestar...as I said , the info on owner training was posted on here ..I have no idea how accurate it is. :) it is rare, yes , but can be done ..there's no 'magic' to it . :) I know several people who trained their own dogs ....they just couldn't be bothered with all the organisational stuff ... had dogs previously , and went ahead . No doubt in places like the U.S, there are many who have selected a dog to suit, and raised/trained it to their own standard .

:) Hopefully all will continue to go well .... !!

:) was talking with my friend on the phone earlier..and all I could hear was a squeaky toy being well used...punctuated with the sound of galloping -and- bouncing-on- the- couch-being -chased by a smaller-dog- type noise!!

A blurry shot of "Regan", my friend's new slobberchops :)

The OP wanted "small breed/short coat" ...

That is an improvement - well done :) pups/dogs NEED to learn self-sufficiency ...they need to play by themselves ( obviously with provided intereactive toys) pups/dogs also get you love & attention in bucketfuls during training/walking ..because you are rewarding them for every 'right; move they make. What could be better? They have their brain switched on..are following direction, and getting rewards :) If you are doing several VERY SHORT training sessions with her each day , plus a walk or two .... she does not need to be pestering you for attention. Giving her your attention is YOUR choice ...not hers . That's what she has to learn - similar to a whinging toddler , who grabs your clothing and grizzles while you are trying to cook a meal or talk on the phone ......there are times when playing alone is a Very Good Thing.

Tris...yes... that's what they seem to be meant for - getting down & dirty & using all those muscles!! That is a happy happy dog!!

:) lovely dogs ..but maybe not the best for someone with mobility problems? have you looked twice ( or even once) at French Bulldogs ? :) They are SUCH good company ... I have only ever trained one ..and thought she was just the absolute loveliest personality :) cute photos HERE if you want a look :)

ooh .. I have but one idea have you tried taking pics with a different/new card? I suggest trying this step first , before total panic ;) Cards do become wonky .... and need replacing ... Hopefully that's all it is

fuji finepix image .. edited in Sagelight & picasa

he had a fantastic old age ... R I P gorgeous boy.

I yes.... but Most of the folks I trust would wimp out at that sort of wish....

For this scenario , indeed .

*nods*

:) That's the way .... *sigh * the pelican/jetty one ..................

Oh, My ...they just keep getting BETTER :) :) I am so pleased for you !

When I was a teenager , there was a family friend who was dying of cancer.She had a little terrier and asked could he be PTS when she died . "Yes, Yes" everyone said ..but it was not done , the dog was rehomed ... and you know what, to this day, I feel guilty that her wish was not carried out ..after everyone lying to her to keep her happy

Nooooooo :p

Raikou is lovely !! So is Orion ... I'm a sucker for mereles .

WOW!!! I LOVE that third one , pesh!!!!! and am envious of the lovely pastel pelicans :)

I agree ... and often a good thing. Indeed - ..the ebbs & flows , varying contributions , exchanging ideas ... :)

:D That's a pretty nice view to have !!

...and we need more photos ......

I hope all goes well with the trainer , and pup & cats,& humans & rats ..and yes, it would be interesting to hear that trainer's point of view ... :)

That's a really good update to read!!! :) :) :)