September 15, 2006
August 2006
June 16, 2006
June 8, 2006
December 29, 2005
November 14, 2005
September 27, 2005
February 26, 2007
The white cat just passed away this weekend at 20
years 6 months. Luke is missing his friend and all the leftover cat food! The
black cat is not enjoying the extra attention!
Photo: Luke and his kitty friends.
September 15, 2006 Luke pretends that he's "really not that interested" in the cat food...
August 2006
[Luke] continues to progress in training and is a pretty
good boy in the house--very well housetrained now. We are still working
on socializing and tempering his protective tendencies
at home. He wants to be friendly with new people but he is a bit
overwhelming. We go slow from a sit stay, but man is it hard to stay
composed when 10 children are running through the back yard at dusk...screaming!!
Photos: Luke wishing he could chase the kids too!
June 16, 2006
Pretty boy!
Photos: 1) Sitting pretty. 2) Mr. Couch Potato 3) He is a good snuggler!
June 8, 2006
Luke's training has progressed well.
We had the choice of repeating intermediate obedience or moving on
to an advanced class at the end of this session. I chose to repeat
intermediate just to get a bit more solid and because we are going
away for a few weeks and will miss several classes.The trainers
were sure that Luke would be into advanced class this fall and
on his way to at least a CGC certificate. They are so pleased with
his progress and his trainability. He is still a goofy spaz but maturity
will tone that down...
Luke has been holding at 62 pounds now that his health is improving. He will not be a huge dog and that is fine by me. We get many compliments on how handsome he is. Thanks again for all you do.
February 6, 2006
We adore this
goofy boy!! He has come along well in the 4 1/2 months since adoption.
He has grown into a very handsome fellow. His training is also coming
along. He is enrolled in his first group class having graduated from
private lessons only. His social skills are much improved!! Cats
can walk under
his nose, eat near him and he will not pester them while we are
watching. He will try to play with them which still does not go over
well with the cats. They prefer him crated!
We are so thankful for the opportunity to have this wonderful dog as a part of our family.
Photos: Luke enjoys the couch!
December 20, 2005
Just a quick note to let you know that Luke is doing
very well in his
new home. He still has a lot of growing up to do, but is a good
boy (most of the time!) He loves his ball and his chew bones! Is
a good boy with the kids, and likes the cats who do not care for
him.
December 29, 2005
Happy Holidays to all of you!! Luke thinks snow is the greatest!!
Too
bad it has all melted. He met my oldest for the first time and has
handled the holiday insanity quite well. My oldest who has grown
up
with GSDs has pronounced that Luke is a good dog and is happy to
see
the family with another GSD.
Photo: Luke enjoys the holidays!
November 14, 2005
He is doing well, being a
teenager!! He has bonded with the family well and has learned his
name. He would really like it if the cats would play with him but
they
do not think he is much fun. Training is progressing. He needs
lots
more socializing to get beyond being shy with people and hysterical
when meeting other dogs. We are slowly working on this and have
had
several successful dog park play times.
Photos: Damon being a teenager
September 28, 2005
He is getting more playful with toys and balls [and] runs like a crazy dog through
the house skidding through corners at least once a day [while] goofing off with
a toy or chew bone. The cats, however, are still ticked off and need to be kept
away from the dog. He thinks they are great. The feeling is not mutual!
October 6, 2005
Luke is doing very well. He has bonded quickly with the family and
is
a love bug. House training is progressing with only occasional
mistakes, mainly when he is over excited or stressed, and only a
few
times since arriving. He has seen my local veterinarian and is almost
55 lbs.
October 1, 2005
Messing with the cats is still a mighty
strong temptation! He has had his nose boxed a number of times. The
clever boy got out of his crate a few days ago while left alone and
did not do too much damage, only a few select delicacies were extracted
from the trash in the kitchen.
September 27, 2005
Luke continues to be a good boy. He has gotten much more comfortable
with us, he has actually alarm barked a few times protecting his
domain. He REALLY wants to be a house dog. He wants to go right
back
in after going potty, and checks out all the driveways on our walks
to
see if it might be home.
Photos: Damon being a housedog
September 20, 2005
He is very easy in the house and has quickly become
careful and respectful of the cats, better than my previous dogs! I
am quite sure he will become more confident with more exposure to new
situations, a bit of obedience training and become a solid good dog.
He is excellent with the children and is just a completely charming
young dog.
Thank you for your work and for allowing us to adopt this dog.
September 19, 2005
He has fit in very well and we all love him. My
old
cat is angry and we have to keep them apart. The younger cat has
not been
too bothered. I will keep you posted.
Would you like to be a sponsor?
Adopted September 2005
Damon was a 6 month old, neutered, male, black/tan German Shepherd Dog. This little guy was a bundle of pretty pup. He was a sweet little man who liked to cuddle and kiss and would love a home that can appreciate a German Shepherd pup. He wanted lots of toys and puppy food, an obedience class or two to be the best fuzzy best friend you could ask for.
