Wet Dog

It's raining in Minnesota.  After he got all dirty the other night, Burley got a bath.  I had to share these two photos.

Burley update

Burley is doing really well.  As long as we are minding him, he stays out of trouble.  Just like a puppy though, as soon as we turn out backs, he's either chewing or using the bathroom inside.  We've figured out that we can't turn our backs.  Like anything that has long term payoffs, the front end work is a bit daunting.  We're already beginning to see the results though.  When I have liver treats in my pockets, he'll do whatever I want him to do.  He loves to sit on our laps in the evening and be close.  We are sure thankful for this new adventure.

Burley

We welcomed Burley into our home this weekend. He is a goldendoodle--half golden retriever, half poodle. We named him after Burley Coulter one of our favorite characters in Wendell Berry's Port William novels. The breeder said that he was the best puppy she'd ever had. So far we would agree. He is doing the potty thing very well. No accidents in the first twenty-four hours. He's sleeping well and has been great to have around.