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Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Pack Play!

We've been inviting lots of friends over to meet Hachi. He is in the midst of the most important "socialization period", and he is mildly suspicious of people who he doesn't know. So, he is meeting lots of nice people who come visit him.

One of those nice people brought him a gift - a squeaky walrus that is perfect for playing tug. That toy brought on some wonderful play among our trio of dogs. It started with Shyla and Hachi, who have recently started playing tug together a couple of times each day. Shyla has figured out that she needs to be gentle to keep Hachi playing with her.

Very soon thereafter, R joined in the game! I was SO happy to see that.

Both big dogs were tugging much more softly than they would have with just each other. Our wide-eyed puppy was so happy!

100 pounds of grown-up dog versus 13 pounds of puppy!

Even when Hachi let go of the toy, they didn't run away with it. They waited for him to grab it again so that the game could continue.

I think that we have the start of a wonderful pack relationship!!!

Many thanks to all of our friends who have been dropping by to help Hachi grow up into a friendly good citizen.
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23 comments:

  1. easyweimaranerJanuary 8, 2019 at 4:09 AM

    that is too cute for words!!!! and the twins will adopt the idea to invite a lot of people ... they smell treats and toys in the air ;O))))

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  2. Brian's Home BlogJanuary 8, 2019 at 5:29 AM

    It is so wonderful to see them all playing like that, it's a real smile maker day!

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  3. MadSnapperJanuary 8, 2019 at 6:15 AM

    I am searching for people to visit us, our other dogs were not socialized, we are anit social people, never have anyone over. so far I have had 2 people come, but since WE are anti social, not many to choose from. I love seeing the pack play..

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  4. Yamini MacLeanJanuary 8, 2019 at 6:42 AM

    Hari OM
    "fandabadoozie" sums this up!!! YAM xx

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  5. SandeeJanuary 8, 2019 at 8:02 AM

    Aw, how adorable. I love to see them getting along so well.

    I linked this post to Happy Tuesday.

    Have a woof woof day you three. My best to your peeps. ♥

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  6. Matilda the BoxerJanuary 8, 2019 at 8:06 AM

    That is the cutest thing in the world!!

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  7. The PadreJanuary 8, 2019 at 8:06 AM

    The Pup Held Down The Dog Bed And Made Time For Tug-a-War. Your House Is So Full Of Life. Well Done

    Cheers

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  8. Millie and WalterJanuary 8, 2019 at 8:29 AM

    We agree with most of the other comments that those pictures are too cute for words. Hachi looks like he is getting a lot of exercise holding on to those two big dogs with his toy.

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  9. DukeJanuary 8, 2019 at 9:08 AM

    Three-way tug! That looks like great fun for everyone!

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  10. Nancy JJanuary 8, 2019 at 9:54 AM

    How do Shyla and R suddenly know that their play must be so much more gentle with Hachi? This is a wonderful time to see them together/

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    1. 24 Paws of LoveJanuary 8, 2019 at 4:46 PM

      Their parental instincts kick in. Right now they are like Hachi adopted parents until he hit puberty.

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  11. Tails Around the RanchJanuary 8, 2019 at 10:13 AM

    What great fun!

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  12. My Mind's EyeJanuary 8, 2019 at 10:14 AM

    Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh LabraDuo I'm grinning and clapping at the love and patience you show to the lightweight.
    If I lived close to you I'd be on your door step every morning waiting to play with all 3 of you.
    Hachi..in case you haven't figured it out you my wee one have landed in the lap of love and fun
    Hugs Cecilia

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  13. Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and MomJanuary 8, 2019 at 10:43 AM

    Such a special pack. The three of them will be forever bonded. :)

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  14. Cat and DOG Chat With CarenJanuary 8, 2019 at 11:13 AM

    I LOVE THIS PUPPY! He makes my day every single time I look at him! :)

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  15. Tweedles -- that's meJanuary 8, 2019 at 11:38 AM

    How sweet Shyla and R are towards baby Hachi! Very patient! We love to see them all play together! Look at those sharp baby teeth,,, like a shark!!
    Yay for friends to come visit!
    love
    tweedles

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  16. Bella Roxy & MacduiJanuary 8, 2019 at 12:21 PM

    Friends bearing gifts....BONUS!

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  17. Ruby Rose and the Big Little Angels 3January 8, 2019 at 2:08 PM

    So much cuteness. It takes a village to raise a dog

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  18. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥January 8, 2019 at 3:23 PM

    That is so fun to see. We like to call them the Terrific Trio!!!

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  19. Hailey and Zaphod and their LadyJanuary 8, 2019 at 5:10 PM

    Look how cute they are all playing together. ❤️❤️❤️

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  20. Idaho PugRanchJanuary 8, 2019 at 9:33 PM

    So much cuteness here!!! Love seeing how their relationships are developing!
    hugs
    Hazel & Mabel

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  21. jank1961January 9, 2019 at 1:22 PM

    They sure do! I don't remember our three ever playing together like that. It's wonderful!!
    Jan, Wag 'n Woof Pets

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  22. My GBGV LifeJanuary 10, 2019 at 6:06 AM

    So sweet how much fun they are all having together!

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