Sweetness

Couldn't resist posting this one of him on the back door step :)

Training

Smudge's training is coming on well. Here's a snap of Smudge practicing his recalls at the Gravel Hill park, Bexleyheath.

First Walk

Hello fellow bloggers,

Smudge is growing up quickly and now at 12weeks is allowed out!

Here's some snaps of the lil one out and about in Bexleyheath.

11 weeks today

Today is Smudge's 11 week birthday and he celebrated by pricking up his ears, he woke up this morning with 'collie' ears. And decided to dig his first hole in the garden.

Relationship building

Just a quick post to show that Smudge has met the cats and although they aren't best friends they seem to tolerate each other.

I can't believe Smudge has been with us for over a week. Even in this short time he has learnt so much. Here is a picture of him showing off his 'sit' position.

We are also working on his 'down' position and recall. We have also discovered that he likes the landrover better than my golf, perhaps some genetic preference from working ancestors. But he certainly enjoyed the wind in his ears on a little trip out yesterday. He also met his first other dogs, and seemed a little timid, which is something to be worked on in puppy classes.

Finally here is a picture of Smudge sleeping, I can only guess that he is dreaming of jumping over a fence.

A short video of Smudge

Smudge being his playful self

Steve

Ok so I promised pictures, so here are the first pictures of smudge in his new home

He seems to be settling in very well, he likes to play fetch, squeeky toys and licking peoples toes.

And has worked out where he is supposed to do his business and 9 times out of 10 he gets it right.

But I would say to anyone thinking of getting a puppy it is exhausting. Steve has taken over today and I am off to work for a rest.

I am sure there will be more pictures very soon. Smudge has quite a busy week ahead, first trip to the vets, first puppy class and getting to know the cats. I will keep you updated.