We've come to refer to our little Max as "The Taco Terror" in honour of his Mexican Heritage (well he is half Chihuahua!!!) because once the red mist descends (should that be Chilli Mist?) he just doesn't stop. He has more energy than he knows what to do with and he goes on and on and on, he is the Duracell Dog! Not that this is a bad thing, at least he's getting lots of exercise and keeping himself amused with all his toys. However, when his two Dads come home from work absolutely knackered and just want to collapse on the sofa with a glass of wine, it's very hard to find the energy to even stand up, never mind play with him. But, play with him we do and it is a pleasure, it has to be said, he's a joy and I wouldn't be without him now. When he greets you at the front door with a furiously wagging tail and he's so delighted to see you the whole world melts away and he makes you feel wonderful....I love our little dog!
Max in playful mood (thankfully the pink toys have since gone....what was Dad No. 1 thinking?!?!?!)
There have been a number of firsts this week for Maximillian. The one we are most proud of him for, is his toilet training. He's come on in leaps and bounds and is now going through almost everyday without any mess in the house. He's learning very quickly and has now started 'telling us' when he wants to go out. All he needs to do now is learn to use the dog flap. He doesn't understand at the moment that he has to push it open, but he'll get there eventually.
You can JUST make out Max in this picture!!!!!
Today Max went up the allotment for the first time. Because he is still getting his puppy jabs I carried him up there and then put him on the lead on the plot and then carried him home again, just to be safe. He LOVED it.....he had a great time up there, although he wasn't overly keen on the lead but he did walk whilst on it and didn't struggle or get upset as some dogs do, so once again we are very proud of our little man.
Max at the allotment
As I type this, Max is flaked out on his sofa (yes, the dog has claimed one of them as his own!) fast asleep after such a busy morning and Dad No. 1 is out with the Girls 'cat proofing' the garden....(check out http://hensinthecity.blogspot.com next week for some news!). Next weekend is Max's final puppy jab and then one week after that we can take him out for "walkies" properly and Max will have the whole world to play with......we can't wait and we're sure neither can he!
Max and Dad No. 2 in the Spring sunshine
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