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Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Sophie: 18 Weeks

Sophie is 23 inches at the shoulder.

She is truly a magnificent animal. She is growing much too fast.

We got her rabies shot and her other vaccinations. She did very well. You wouldn't have known she had 2 shots. In fact, she didn't even flinch at the vets office when he poked her. She just stood and wagged her tail and was all happy. The vet said that he was glad he didn't make her mad, because she is such a big puppy.

I am starting to consider getting her fixed...not that I want her to be fixed, but in so many ways, it just makes sense. I will chew on this idea for awhile.
I have thought about the good and the frustrating lately with owning an anatolian shepherd. I thought that I would list a few thoughts.....

What I like so far about my anatolian shepherd.....
- she's adorable
- she's beautiful
- she's fun/ playful
- she is tolerant
- she likes people
- she likes other dogs
- she goes poopie at the edge of the yard
- she is alert and on gaurd (getting more so by the day)
- she makes us laugh alot
- she never runs off

- she really has a good temperment...
- she never barks

What I "DON'T" like so far about my anatolian shepherd.....
- she sheds more than I thought she would
- big paws/ sharp claws hurt (even when she doesn't mean to)

- large poopie piles (at least 2 a day)
- nipping
- stubborn as a mule
- if she jumps up, someone usually gets hurt
- pee leaves yellow spots on the lawn
- has been known to whine

I am sure there are more things we love....and I am sure that the rough spots will get better.
Overall, we are very happy.

I hope she is too.

Saturday, August 16, 2008

Sophie: 17 weeks

We have a routine as far as eating, going outside, potty etc that seems to be working.
It's hard when I am at work to keep consistant with her. My kids fill in, but its not the same consistancy.

I have been taking a 15 foot leash and clipping a ball on the end. We go to a large field and Sophie loves to chase the ball. We both get really tired after about 20 minutes,....but it is alot of fun.

Sophie: 16 Weeks

It looks like I'm a week behind....Well, Sophie is still growing. I measured her at 22.5 inches at the shoulder. She is already due for her rabies shot and dhpp/ bord vac. I have an apt. next Saturday.

She is becoming a great dog. I enjoy her so much. I have noticed that she is becoming much more alert of people, surroundings, noises, etc. I just tell her , "It's okay" if she is curious about something.
One thing I like is that she rarely barks. She is so quiet all the time. I wonder if this will change as she gets older and more alert.

Monday, August 4, 2008

Sophie: 15 Weeks

I measured Sophie at 21.5 inches at the shoulder this morning. She is near due for her rabies shot.
She is getting better in many ways. She is still a playful pup, but she seems to comprehend when we say "No bite!" or "No paw!" She is really becoming a part of our family.
She shows alertness at various times, but most of the time she seems to accept whatever and whoever comes around. I'm really glad she doesn't show aggression towards people.

I just bought a tether ball tire and Sophie loves to chase the ball. I'm a little afraid when she catches it because I'll have to buy a new ball....but at the moment we're having fun.