I love Dogs me...

A proud looking little man, I can see why he has such a special place in your heart   

Well the snow finally hit us and Alfie was like a little five year old boy, full of excitement at the prospect of walking/playing in the snow.

We have had Alfie now for precisely two years, rescuing him as a fourteen week old pup, this is only his second encounter with snow, boy does he love it.

Watching Alfie mature from a clumsy, inquisitive, ball of mischief, into a fully confident and socialised, well behaved companion has been a true labour of love, patience and understanding for us. He is supposed to be an adult, but he still has the pup in him and I wouldn't have him any other way.

Out today with Alfie and one of my Grand daughters, he loved chasing her through the snowdrifts in the fields, jumping and catching the snowballs we threw at him and snorting in disgust when he lost them in the snow. He dives into the drifts and comes out with a white nose and face, looking at us with his brow furrowed due to his ears being cocked and head angled, as if to say, come on then lets have fun. I noticed some horses further down the field, so called Alfie back and put his slip lead on, he came willingly, knowing that his fun wouldn't be put off for long. On leaving the field we had a heavy trek down a lane that was one big snow drift, it was heavy going for us, but Alfie didn't care, even though he was up to his shoulders with every step he took. The snow was up above our wellies. Seeing Alfie full of confidence and enjoying the snow with my G'daughter, gave a great feeling of fulfillment and pride, that little boy is "coming on nicely". He's not perfect, as he still gets the occasional bout of "selective hearing", but patience and calm repetitive commands wins in the end. He's "Good Enough" for me and makes our days so special at home or on the walk......Yes, I love dogs me.

You certainly do love Dogs BT👍🏻😊. Great yarn, thanks for sharing👏🏻👏🏻

Cheers for the story 'bt', even Cassie who's middle aged now acts like a puppy in the snow, prancing around, rolling in it and catching/eating the snowballs.

The feelings you write about are something very special and only something that other dog owners can fully appreciate and understand.

Long may it continue for you.

Thanks for that story, BT. You built a great mental picture of Alfie playing in the snow and I can still remember our Boy’s amazement when he discovered the white stuff. 

Your love of Alfie shines through. 👍🏻

Enjoyed reading your story BT, dogs are very special 

Thanks for all your fine comments, Rocky, Metheven, Milo, TW & H&T

I thought it was time that this great thread was brought back to life, to make up for the somewhat adverse comments and feelings displayed about our four legged faithful friends, in other parts of this forum.

So, stay positive friends, remember, apply this training method to all of life, not just Dogs...... "Ignore the Bad, Reward the good"......It works on humans too

Use this fine thread, (started by Rocky,) keep the stories coming and let folk see how we "Truly love Dogs, US"

A great story BT and I gave you a like to "Reward the Good".

As I have said in the past, Alfie is a credit to all your hard work and love for him.

Thanks for  those kind thoughts and encouragement Nevers

I have duly "Rewarded" you as well