Hi All,
Baron as one class left at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls, and it will be on Thursday. Today he was home demonstrating how much work he has yet to do (not to mention us). He was better about not jumping guests to our home, but not so great about staying on his rug when requested to do so. He seems to feel that this command means "stay if you are in the mood and there is nothing interesting happening anywhere else in the house."
Tomorrow will be the big test, when several women descend upon the house at once. Oh brother.
All for now,
Botswain
Monday, August 30, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Detention
Hi All,
I have bad news, which may not be a surprise for many of you. Baron was to graduate yesterday from Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls, but, due to a slight glitch in the schedule (namely Baron's behavior), his graduation has been postponed. Yep, that's right. The headmaster suggested that Baron attend an extra 3 days at prep school as a bonus for his human family (that would be us). In other words, Baron has been detained!!!
Sigh. This means that Master has to continue to car pool with Baron, despite a marked rise in blood pressure (Master's not Baron's).
All for now - I am too dejected to write more.
Botswain
PS
Master is even more dejected!
I have bad news, which may not be a surprise for many of you. Baron was to graduate yesterday from Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls, but, due to a slight glitch in the schedule (namely Baron's behavior), his graduation has been postponed. Yep, that's right. The headmaster suggested that Baron attend an extra 3 days at prep school as a bonus for his human family (that would be us). In other words, Baron has been detained!!!
Sigh. This means that Master has to continue to car pool with Baron, despite a marked rise in blood pressure (Master's not Baron's).
All for now - I am too dejected to write more.
Botswain
PS
Master is even more dejected!
Monday, August 23, 2010
Tomorrow is the Day
Hi All,
The big day is almost here! Baron graduates from Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls tomorrow!!! The excitement in our house is almost palpable. Master is particularly excited because after tomorrow his daily car pool with Baron is over - back to the train. I think Master will miss his special time with Baron. He now plays classical music in the car, insisting that this is something they both enjoy. I can't believe it, I am certain Baron loves country music! By the way, Baron is very nonchalant, behaving as though nothing important is happening. That's Baron for you.
All for now,
Botswain
The big day is almost here! Baron graduates from Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls tomorrow!!! The excitement in our house is almost palpable. Master is particularly excited because after tomorrow his daily car pool with Baron is over - back to the train. I think Master will miss his special time with Baron. He now plays classical music in the car, insisting that this is something they both enjoy. I can't believe it, I am certain Baron loves country music! By the way, Baron is very nonchalant, behaving as though nothing important is happening. That's Baron for you.
All for now,
Botswain
Friday, August 20, 2010
Almost a graduate
Hi All,
Baron only has 2 more days of Prep School at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls! We are very proud of him. His behavior has improved and so has that of his instructors. They have all learned how to work together.
We aren't sure what to do to celebrate. Master is happy he doesn't have to chauffeur Baron every day, and Baron is happy to be able to stay home and behave - well - like Baron. Actually, today Baron didn't want to get in the car for the ride home. Could it be Master's driving? (heh heh).
All for now,
Botswain
Baron only has 2 more days of Prep School at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls! We are very proud of him. His behavior has improved and so has that of his instructors. They have all learned how to work together.
We aren't sure what to do to celebrate. Master is happy he doesn't have to chauffeur Baron every day, and Baron is happy to be able to stay home and behave - well - like Baron. Actually, today Baron didn't want to get in the car for the ride home. Could it be Master's driving? (heh heh).
All for now,
Botswain
Monday, August 16, 2010
Lack of Progress Report
Hi All,
Things are not going well at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls.
1)They think Baron is adorable. All of his instructors agree that he is not aggressive. He is simply exuberant and it is only problematic because he is big (71 pounds - remember?).
2)He is very sneaky. One of the assistants brought Baron to the car and he kissed the assistant's face. The gentleman obviously enjoyed the affection. It doesn't help us!
3) He is smart. His IQ is not only higher than mine, but higher than all of his classmates and many of his professors!
Any suggestions?
Botswain
Things are not going well at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls.
1)They think Baron is adorable. All of his instructors agree that he is not aggressive. He is simply exuberant and it is only problematic because he is big (71 pounds - remember?).
2)He is very sneaky. One of the assistants brought Baron to the car and he kissed the assistant's face. The gentleman obviously enjoyed the affection. It doesn't help us!
3) He is smart. His IQ is not only higher than mine, but higher than all of his classmates and many of his professors!
Any suggestions?
Botswain
Not ready for Prime Time
Hi All,
Baron has 7 days left at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls. When he was first accepted at the school, the Headmaster told us he would need 20 days with Baron. I chuckled to myself, thinking "Baron doesn't need that much schooling, the Headmaster just wants to make sure his school is filled." Unfortunately, I was, shall we say, overly optimistic?
Yesterday my cousin and her husband picked us up for dinner. They made the mistake of ringing the doorbell. I don't know why people insist on ringing our doorbell. Anyway, we had not properly prepared Baron for guests (i.e. put special collar on him, sit position on rug in front of door ). As soon as he heard the doorbell, Baron sprang (and I do mean "sprang") into action. He was waiting at the door alternating his barks with growls. Once he determined that my cousin was friend not foe, his behavior changed. He happily jumped up and down on the living room couch. Between jumps he raced around the room. We had to catch him before we could leave for dinner, making us late. My cousin would have been annoyed, but she was laughing too hard. At least we are entertaining.
I wonder who will get the demerits, Baron or us?
All for now,
Botswain
Baron has 7 days left at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls. When he was first accepted at the school, the Headmaster told us he would need 20 days with Baron. I chuckled to myself, thinking "Baron doesn't need that much schooling, the Headmaster just wants to make sure his school is filled." Unfortunately, I was, shall we say, overly optimistic?
Yesterday my cousin and her husband picked us up for dinner. They made the mistake of ringing the doorbell. I don't know why people insist on ringing our doorbell. Anyway, we had not properly prepared Baron for guests (i.e. put special collar on him, sit position on rug in front of door ). As soon as he heard the doorbell, Baron sprang (and I do mean "sprang") into action. He was waiting at the door alternating his barks with growls. Once he determined that my cousin was friend not foe, his behavior changed. He happily jumped up and down on the living room couch. Between jumps he raced around the room. We had to catch him before we could leave for dinner, making us late. My cousin would have been annoyed, but she was laughing too hard. At least we are entertaining.
I wonder who will get the demerits, Baron or us?
All for now,
Botswain
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Not There Yet
Hi All,
I guess you won't be surprised by this, but Baron is not exactly fully trained yet. He has almost completed 3 weeks at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls. He is greatly improved, but there are a few kinks in his etiquette.
Last night we entertained the parents of our daughters boyfriend, D. We welcomed everyone to "Monty Appreciation Day." Monty is Grant's small imperfectly behaved dog. We knew that after an evening with Baron, Grant's family would have a new appreciation for Monty. Unfortunately, we were correct.
Baron (in all fairness) behaved better than usual - until one crucial event in the evening. Baron decided he really likes D's father, and demonstrated this by trying to get in his lap. I know it is hard to believe, but not everyone enjoys a 71 pound lap dog.
Baron goes back to school tomorrow.
Botswain
I guess you won't be surprised by this, but Baron is not exactly fully trained yet. He has almost completed 3 weeks at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls. He is greatly improved, but there are a few kinks in his etiquette.
Last night we entertained the parents of our daughters boyfriend, D. We welcomed everyone to "Monty Appreciation Day." Monty is Grant's small imperfectly behaved dog. We knew that after an evening with Baron, Grant's family would have a new appreciation for Monty. Unfortunately, we were correct.
Baron (in all fairness) behaved better than usual - until one crucial event in the evening. Baron decided he really likes D's father, and demonstrated this by trying to get in his lap. I know it is hard to believe, but not everyone enjoys a 71 pound lap dog.
Baron goes back to school tomorrow.
Botswain
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Baron Better Behaved
Hi All,
You haven't heard from me in awhile because Baron is still at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls on a daily basis. The good news is that Baron's behavior has improved!!! I am no longer being dragged down the street, or chasing him to get his leash on (his favorite game). He does jump on me from time to time, but no one is perfect (except for me, of course).
The big test will come tomorrow when Baron goes to the Beauty Parlor for his monthly hair cut and spa treatment. He draws the line at nail polish, but does enjoy his pedicure. The groomer usually lies awake the night before Baron's appointment. She is afraid that if she were to fall asleep she would have a terrifying nightmare about a huge (71 pounds - don't tell him) black poodle pouncing on her. Unfortunately, Baron usually lets himself out of his crate, so she doesn't always see him coming. Her biggest fear is that he will open the crates that contain the other hooligans and there will be mayhem.
All For Now,
Botswain
PS
In case you were wondering, Baron's spa day is an excused absence from Barklee's School.
You haven't heard from me in awhile because Baron is still at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls on a daily basis. The good news is that Baron's behavior has improved!!! I am no longer being dragged down the street, or chasing him to get his leash on (his favorite game). He does jump on me from time to time, but no one is perfect (except for me, of course).
The big test will come tomorrow when Baron goes to the Beauty Parlor for his monthly hair cut and spa treatment. He draws the line at nail polish, but does enjoy his pedicure. The groomer usually lies awake the night before Baron's appointment. She is afraid that if she were to fall asleep she would have a terrifying nightmare about a huge (71 pounds - don't tell him) black poodle pouncing on her. Unfortunately, Baron usually lets himself out of his crate, so she doesn't always see him coming. Her biggest fear is that he will open the crates that contain the other hooligans and there will be mayhem.
All For Now,
Botswain
PS
In case you were wondering, Baron's spa day is an excused absence from Barklee's School.
Monday, August 2, 2010
1st Report from School
Hi All,
On Friday I had a training session with Baron at his school. It took me almost 2 hours to get there - I think Andover would be more convenient. When I arrived, Master was already with Baron's teacher, John. I have to admit, Baron responded very well to John's commands. Unfortunately, when I called him, Baron gave me one of his "oh it's you" looks which translates into "I'm not in the mood right now." John showed me what to do when Baron doesn't obey, and it worked quite well - at school. Once Baron was home for the weekend, he became a slightly better behaved Baron. Translation: he is still the Baron.
I'll keep you posted.
Botswain
On Friday I had a training session with Baron at his school. It took me almost 2 hours to get there - I think Andover would be more convenient. When I arrived, Master was already with Baron's teacher, John. I have to admit, Baron responded very well to John's commands. Unfortunately, when I called him, Baron gave me one of his "oh it's you" looks which translates into "I'm not in the mood right now." John showed me what to do when Baron doesn't obey, and it worked quite well - at school. Once Baron was home for the weekend, he became a slightly better behaved Baron. Translation: he is still the Baron.
I'll keep you posted.
Botswain
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