Some of you may recall me posting a few months ago - I wanted a pup and was offered one by my neighbour who breeds miniature labradoodles, DH was VERY anti the whole idea and I asked for opinions.
So, pup arrived on Thursday and, I realise it's early days, but it has all been so lovely. Scooby Doo (7yr old naming!!) is a chilled out and calm bundle of loveliness! He is great and I really think we got him at the perfect time - I was able to take him for a walk around the garden this morning safe in the knowledge that the kids are fine inside on their own and will call if they need me. I think a year ago it would have been hard to manage. (DC are 7, 5 and nearly 3)
I'm besotted and even DH is cracking!! I left pup in his crate yesterday when I took my youngest out but when I came home he was out in the garden with DH who said "the poor little guy looked sad in there"!!! Who's the softie??! He was also cooing over him as he slept in the living room the other night. He has admitted that it hasn't been as bad as he thought it would be. I'm trying to drill the children in Dog Whisperer type calmness and, so far, it's working - when they want to go nuts with him, they go outside.
Anyway, I hope not to be eating my words in a few weeks, but really wanted to thank all that took time to respond to me and give me such great advice 