Picture of River

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Here is my first meeting with River when he was six weeks old. He looks sweet doesn't he? LOL! He is a handful! I had asked for a puppy that would be small and have correct ears. I originally wanted a female because it was all I knew. The breeder kind of picked him for me, thought he would be best, but wouldn't have insisted if I chose another. He fit the bill as he grew to be around 14" and 17 pounds. He is very high energy, so to keep him busy we have done two levels of obedience classes, and also trick training class. We earned our trick dog titles...novice, intermediate and advanced, just waiting for AKC to approve. I originally thought I might want to do therapy with him, but I think he is more suited to a sport of some kind. Would be more fun for him. I feel he was chosen for me by angels, as I thought I would prefer a more laid back dog, but he has challenged me in good ways, and pushed me to get out and involved in training, and lots of walks. Well, that's all for now! Lots more to tell later!
 
What a cutie River is! Not only cute but smart too! Good for you getting him involved in obedience! Too many people get a dog and don't understand the benefits of early training!
Sound like you guys are going to have a blast with all the activities you are involved in...

More pictures, please... when you get a chance!
 
What an adorable little boy! I totally understand...when I got Piper (he's 4 now) I also wanted a girl but with only 2 females in the litter the breeder couldn't decide which one she wanted so at 8 weeks I was forced to pick a male. I don't regret that decision, in fact I also believe it was meant to be as my boy has been the smartest, most social and fun loving guy I could've hoped for! He also changed my life...getting me out more, doing lots and lots of obedience. He now has his Excellent title in Rally (we'll be going for his RAE soon in Rally and he needs one more leg in Utility in obedience. I commend you for all your doing with River, the bond you've created is so very special!❤️❤️❤️
 
So very cute! In addition to the regular dog sports like agility and flyball, consider Nosework classes. Our senior girl Brooke was 13 when she started and she both loved it and excelled at it. She continued until 2 weeks before she passed away. Both my other dogs are doing it and although we probably won't compete, the classes and home practice are fun, keep them busy and challenged, and the brain work wears them out!
 
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