What makes you proud?

[Cheralynn]

Glad you got "the evidence" on video what lovely memories of a great triumph for her, she is without a doubt a blooming great huge star, So happy for her!!

[Blownupdolly]

Jul 13, 2013 16:09:26 GMT Cheralynn said:

Glad you got "the evidence" on video what lovely memories of a great triumph for her, she is without a doubt a blooming great huge star, So happy for her!!

Most definitely. Thanks Cheralynn xx

[digicig]

Having 'Trained' me brother's German Shepherd Jess - i could walk into town (Worthing) without the need for the lead - and as long as i was mindful of her Body Language - without her chasing cats or pidgeons along the way. If she did what i asked in a consistent tone of voice - she got love and her freedom - if she didn't he was back on the lead for a few days - and that was the only punishment

Even had the former Chairman of the British German Shepherd Society (Owmers Club whatever ) come up to me and say what a credit to her breed she was

Not that she was poorly trained before he got her - but had been 'bullied' a bit by their 3 Staffies

[Blownupdolly]

Jul 13, 2013 21:25:49 GMT digicig said:

Having 'Trained' me brother's German Shepherd Jess - i could walk into town (Worthing) without the need for the lead - and as long as i was mindful of her Body Language - without her chasing cats or pidgeons along the way. If she did what i asked in a consistent tone of voice - she got love and her freedom - if she didn't he was back on the lead for a few days - and that was the only punishment

Even had the former Chairman of the British German Shepherd Society (Owmers Club whatever ) com up to me and say what a credit to her breed she was

Not that she was poorly trained before he got her - but had been 'bullied' a bit by their 3 Staffies

Well done!! I am good at training dogs. You must have felt very proud to have made such a difference to the dog.

[digicig]

Thanks - me Brother had only had Jess for less then a month when he got a job in Sudan - so asked me to look after me Sister-in-law, niece and Jess whilst he was away. Never had a dog to train before - but dd do animal psychology at Uni - so used every trick i knew - and it worked. Only smacked her nose and dragged outside once - for 'stealing' bacon whilst i had to dash and buy a new tin opener. She'll never think of doing it again (full dominance mode )

The best bit was once me Bro came back and we took her for a walk - he suggested that i put her on the lead as he was off to the takeaway and she always follows him. Of course i didn't. As soon as she began to follow, a quick 'Here Now' and she cam instantly to (my) heal instead. The look on me Bro's face was a picture LoL

[Cheralynn]

Jul 13, 2013 21:19:05 GMT Blownupdolly said:

Jul 13, 2013 16:09:26 GMT Cheralynn said:

Glad you got "the evidence" on video what lovely memories of a great triumph for her, she is without a doubt a blooming great huge star, So happy for her!!

Most definitely. Thanks Cheralynn xx

And thanks to you too , for sharing such a lovely, touching part of your granddaughters "winning" day, here's to many, many more for her xx

[annie50]

What a lovely story, well done to your granddaughter dolly.

[Raffles]

Great story Dolly. Knowing that her Nan would be proud regardless of her finishing position must have given her the freedom to just enjoy it. And to get those results will have given her so much confidence in herself, and not just in running. A true lesson... never pre-judge anyone!

[Blownupdolly]

Jul 14, 2013 16:36:01 GMT Raffles said:

Great story Dolly. Knowing that her Nan would be proud regardless of her finishing position must have given her the freedom to just enjoy it. And to get those results will have given her so much confidence in herself, and not just in running. A true lesson... never pre-judge anyone!

We have a very special bond between us. According to her "nanny knows EVERYTHING" Shame her grandad doesn't think the same!

[Raffles]

Jul 14, 2013 17:43:13 GMT Blownupdolly said:

We have a very special bond between us. According to her "nanny knows EVERYTHING" Shame her grandad doesn't think the same!

Best not to wreck her dreams yet... just wait till her first boyfriend, and Nan does not approve... 'Nan knows nothing!'

Speaking of Grandad, how is Mr Dolly today?

[Blownupdolly]

He is breathing a bit better now thanks Raffles the doc gave him a inhaler. Going for tests next week too.