Hi All,
Baron has now completed 3 days of prep school at Barklee's School for Barking Boys and Girls. I hate to admit it but he was rejected by both Andover and Exeter. We have had to launder his navy blue blazer twice due to, well, never mind. The good news is that we have already seen an improvement in both my husband (Master) and Baron!!! Master responds much quicker when asked to do something (take note female friends) and Baron is trying really hard to sit when asked to do so. Of course he is much better at sitting when not asked to do so.
Details to follow.
Botswain
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Prep School: Day One
Hi All,
It is official! Baron is now enrolled in Prep School and has lived through his 1st day. He will car pool with my husband each day. My husband grabs his brief case and meets Baron at the door to the garage. At the end of the work day, Master and Best Friend return home together. It is true that many of the dogs spend a night (or two or three) at "school." My husband won't allow this as Baron would be forced to sleep in a crate - unless the headmaster allows him to sleep in his bed, preferably between him and his wife!
This is all very exciting! I will keep you posted on developments as they occur.
Botswain
It is official! Baron is now enrolled in Prep School and has lived through his 1st day. He will car pool with my husband each day. My husband grabs his brief case and meets Baron at the door to the garage. At the end of the work day, Master and Best Friend return home together. It is true that many of the dogs spend a night (or two or three) at "school." My husband won't allow this as Baron would be forced to sleep in a crate - unless the headmaster allows him to sleep in his bed, preferably between him and his wife!
This is all very exciting! I will keep you posted on developments as they occur.
Botswain
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Goodish Behavior
Hi All,
Today Baron accompanied me to the physical therapist's office (mine not Baron's). The physical therapist was impressed by Baron's improved behavior. This was rather surprising as Baron has not yet attended prep school. Perhaps registering Baron for prep school has accomplished enough? I am serious - Baron acted like any well-behaved dog with a bone (admittedly an antler). He attended to his bone without tickling the physical therapist (she is very ticklish) or jumping on her patient (that would be me).
Maybe Baron does not have to attend prep school - he only has to register to receive the desired effect.
This is quite promising.
Botswain
Today Baron accompanied me to the physical therapist's office (mine not Baron's). The physical therapist was impressed by Baron's improved behavior. This was rather surprising as Baron has not yet attended prep school. Perhaps registering Baron for prep school has accomplished enough? I am serious - Baron acted like any well-behaved dog with a bone (admittedly an antler). He attended to his bone without tickling the physical therapist (she is very ticklish) or jumping on her patient (that would be me).
Maybe Baron does not have to attend prep school - he only has to register to receive the desired effect.
This is quite promising.
Botswain
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Prep School
Hi All,
Baron had an interview yesterday with Norman, the headmaster of a prep school we are considering. Norman asked (and I quote) "What is this dog's problem?" Of course, I thought he meant the dog had no problems and I was simply overly anxious. Unfortunately, he meant that the dog (that would be Baron) has problems - where to start?
Norman said Baron is (and, again I quote) "out of control." He was not impressed by Baron's warm greeting of my husband when he arrived at the prep school office (warm greeting = jumping on the love object i.e. my husband). Norman did have John, a large man who is his assistant, conduct a test for aggression. John knocked on the door and then entered the room, while making scary noises and threatening gestures. Baron observed him and obviously thought "what is this man's problem?" I guess it is a good thing that Baron didn't attack him. I do remember John saying about our last dog, Byron, "When I meet a new dog and he tries to bite me, I don't take it personally because I don't have a history with that dog." Look out John, you will soon have a history with Baron.
The good news is that Baron was accepted at Prep School; which is also the bad news. Baron will attend prep school until he graduates (should we all live so long). Stay tuned for updates.
All for now,
Botswain
Baron had an interview yesterday with Norman, the headmaster of a prep school we are considering. Norman asked (and I quote) "What is this dog's problem?" Of course, I thought he meant the dog had no problems and I was simply overly anxious. Unfortunately, he meant that the dog (that would be Baron) has problems - where to start?
Norman said Baron is (and, again I quote) "out of control." He was not impressed by Baron's warm greeting of my husband when he arrived at the prep school office (warm greeting = jumping on the love object i.e. my husband). Norman did have John, a large man who is his assistant, conduct a test for aggression. John knocked on the door and then entered the room, while making scary noises and threatening gestures. Baron observed him and obviously thought "what is this man's problem?" I guess it is a good thing that Baron didn't attack him. I do remember John saying about our last dog, Byron, "When I meet a new dog and he tries to bite me, I don't take it personally because I don't have a history with that dog." Look out John, you will soon have a history with Baron.
The good news is that Baron was accepted at Prep School; which is also the bad news. Baron will attend prep school until he graduates (should we all live so long). Stay tuned for updates.
All for now,
Botswain
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
A Day at the Spa
Hi All,
Baron is certainly leaving his "mark" so to speak, at the the groomer's. After an exhausting half day at the groomer's (for the groomer, not Baron), he is home relaxing. Apparently Baron is her most difficult dog, and for scheduling purposes, she thinks of him as 2 dogs. He is either wiggles or licks the groomer's face in an effort to avoid being groomed.
To add to the chaos, Baron is able to let himself out the crate. He then socializes with the other dogs, who behave well enough that they aren't crated. Baron enjoys a rousing game of Ring around the Groomer. This does not please the groomer, who takes a tranquilizer or two prior to greeting Baron. She knows he doesn't mean to be so rambunctious and said, "He is just so darn happy." The good news is that we have raised an exuberant dog who exudes self confidence. Baron's self esteem is so high that he can't imagine anyone being annoyed with him - ever! The bad news is that we have raised an exuberant dog who exudes self confidence.
All for now - I'm off to buy a gift for the groomer.
Botswain
PS
Baron does look cute!
Baron is certainly leaving his "mark" so to speak, at the the groomer's. After an exhausting half day at the groomer's (for the groomer, not Baron), he is home relaxing. Apparently Baron is her most difficult dog, and for scheduling purposes, she thinks of him as 2 dogs. He is either wiggles or licks the groomer's face in an effort to avoid being groomed.
To add to the chaos, Baron is able to let himself out the crate. He then socializes with the other dogs, who behave well enough that they aren't crated. Baron enjoys a rousing game of Ring around the Groomer. This does not please the groomer, who takes a tranquilizer or two prior to greeting Baron. She knows he doesn't mean to be so rambunctious and said, "He is just so darn happy." The good news is that we have raised an exuberant dog who exudes self confidence. Baron's self esteem is so high that he can't imagine anyone being annoyed with him - ever! The bad news is that we have raised an exuberant dog who exudes self confidence.
All for now - I'm off to buy a gift for the groomer.
Botswain
PS
Baron does look cute!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Greeting the Boyfriend
Hi All,
My "beloved" spouse (hint of sarcasm, in case you can't tell) will agree to reform school - but only for me, not Baron. He will, however, consider a prep school, preferably in the east. I can see it now - Baron in a navy blue sports jacket, tie and gray slacks. He will probably be the best groomed dog (if not the only dog) in the school. I, however, will be attending classes in striped pants and shirt (not at all flattering).
You might, dear readers, be wondering why I am once again motivated (more like driven) to register Baron for an "advanced learning" program. There is a simple explanation. My daughter brought her boyfriend, D, to "meet the family" which includes Baron. The good news is that Baron really likes D. In fact, one could almost say he "loves" D. As usual, Baron forgot that he is neutered. D, a dog lover, did not appreciate the show of affection. He was particularly displeased when (admittedly by mistake), Baron ripped his shirt. The shirt was not actually his, but belonged to his brother. The other piece of good news is that this gave my husband and myself the opportunity to have contact with D's extended family. The bad news is that this was not the best context in which to familiarize ourselves with them.
By the way, I am using the initial "D" to protect the innocent (no, the innocent one is not Baron).
All for now, I am off to the tailor's and perhaps the men's clothing store.
Botswain
My "beloved" spouse (hint of sarcasm, in case you can't tell) will agree to reform school - but only for me, not Baron. He will, however, consider a prep school, preferably in the east. I can see it now - Baron in a navy blue sports jacket, tie and gray slacks. He will probably be the best groomed dog (if not the only dog) in the school. I, however, will be attending classes in striped pants and shirt (not at all flattering).
You might, dear readers, be wondering why I am once again motivated (more like driven) to register Baron for an "advanced learning" program. There is a simple explanation. My daughter brought her boyfriend, D, to "meet the family" which includes Baron. The good news is that Baron really likes D. In fact, one could almost say he "loves" D. As usual, Baron forgot that he is neutered. D, a dog lover, did not appreciate the show of affection. He was particularly displeased when (admittedly by mistake), Baron ripped his shirt. The shirt was not actually his, but belonged to his brother. The other piece of good news is that this gave my husband and myself the opportunity to have contact with D's extended family. The bad news is that this was not the best context in which to familiarize ourselves with them.
By the way, I am using the initial "D" to protect the innocent (no, the innocent one is not Baron).
All for now, I am off to the tailor's and perhaps the men's clothing store.
Botswain
Friday, May 7, 2010
Reform School
Hi All,
You have not heard from me in awhile because I have been busy researching canine reform schools. Yep - you got it - I am done with you-know-who. The latest is that while in the midst of a project on my computer, I naively left my eye glasses unattended on the table when I went to the kitchen. I heard my beloved spouse raising his voice (translation - yelling!!!); the next thing I knew, he came storming into the kitchen holding what was left of my glasses. One lens was in my beloved enraged spouse's hand (chomped on - the lens not the hand). The frame was not intact. I know this is hard to believe, but I was not in a good mood. These were my favorite prescription reading glasses - and they were brand new!!! I'm sure you already know who the culprit was - Baron (of course).
I don't care how warmly I am greeted at the optical shop - this has got to stop. Does anyone have any ideas as to how to stop this $$$$$ behavior? It occurred to me that Baron might need glasses, so I had his eyes checked. His eyes are fine. The recommendation was to get him his own pair of glasses so he will stop playing with mine. I doubt that will help, but I have searched the pet stores for "play" eyeglasses, just in case.
All for now, I have to retrieve the newspaper; I want to read it before Baron does.
Botswain
You have not heard from me in awhile because I have been busy researching canine reform schools. Yep - you got it - I am done with you-know-who. The latest is that while in the midst of a project on my computer, I naively left my eye glasses unattended on the table when I went to the kitchen. I heard my beloved spouse raising his voice (translation - yelling!!!); the next thing I knew, he came storming into the kitchen holding what was left of my glasses. One lens was in my beloved enraged spouse's hand (chomped on - the lens not the hand). The frame was not intact. I know this is hard to believe, but I was not in a good mood. These were my favorite prescription reading glasses - and they were brand new!!! I'm sure you already know who the culprit was - Baron (of course).
I don't care how warmly I am greeted at the optical shop - this has got to stop. Does anyone have any ideas as to how to stop this $$$$$ behavior? It occurred to me that Baron might need glasses, so I had his eyes checked. His eyes are fine. The recommendation was to get him his own pair of glasses so he will stop playing with mine. I doubt that will help, but I have searched the pet stores for "play" eyeglasses, just in case.
All for now, I have to retrieve the newspaper; I want to read it before Baron does.
Botswain
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