In the midst of the tumult in our lives, a great source of happiness has been continuing to let Hachi play outside. Despite his issues, he's a puppy at heart.
The behaviorist felt that we could let him play outdoors with the Duo. He has never been aggressive toward them anywhere but inside the house. Each morning, he plays outside with R. And, each evening, he plays outside with Shyla.
He's been doing a lot of appeasement behaviors with both of them, licking their chins and acting deferential. They seem to accept his good intentions. Dogs are amazing with their capacity to forgive.
He and Shyla mostly play chase games. They are SO fast, zooming in circles around us as we hike. They both seem to have a blast. They are very well matched in speed and play style.
Many thanks to our friend Brian for hosting the Thankful Thursday blog hop.
like two racing horses... you need a special cam to find out which paw enters the finsish line furst ;O)))
ReplyDeleteWe hope they can become roommates again.
ReplyDeleteWe hope the wonderful happiness continues! Love the pictures of you and Hachi, Shyla!
ReplyDeleteHappy Days Ahead - Be Well - Amazing Photos As Always
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We are so very happy to see them playing together! Thanks for joining the Thankful Thursday Blog Hop!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy every good day for what it is. That's what the dogs do. Don't spoil it with expectations, just be thankful and enjoy.
ReplyDeleteKB what a most positive post of thankfulness for small, but very significant behavior improvement....Hachi is very lucky to have an a.m. play mate and p.m. playmate and most of all loving 2 leggers
ReplyDeleteHugs Cecilia
It's good to see them playing together. They are all such beautiful dogs.
ReplyDeleteAggression issues are really tough, and heart breaking. I hope Hatchi will start to get better and the trio can be whole again down the road.
ReplyDeleteI hope this all works out well. Your pups are so amazing.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous Thankful Thursday. Scritches to the pups. ♥
Gosh, he looks as big as Shyla now! I'm so glad that he can still have some play time with his siblings; hopefully that helps in the long run too. ♥
ReplyDeleteJan, Wag 'n Woof Pets
Well, it's something, and it's good.
ReplyDeleteIt was almost always inside when things would be at their worst. So glad they can play outdoors together.
ReplyDeleteCan't get over how big he is getting!!
*for our dogs*
DeletePhoto finish! Maybe Hachi feels like that inside if that is the only place where they feed. I hope so much that he will improve.Those ears as he flies, gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteWe are keeping our paws crossed that Hachi continues to improve and your pack will be fully reunited soon.
ReplyDeleteHachi is getting so big and he is so cute! Glad to see they can all have outdoor playtime together. That is very encouraging:)
ReplyDeleteHoping it all works out and soon they will all be getting along and playing together. You take amazing pictures...that last one is outstanding. Hugs
ReplyDeleteHachi has really grown! It is wonderful that they can have this good play time outside
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Mabel & Hilda
Fingers crossed that lots of outdoor letting-off-steam time will help his indoor behaviour. Can't believe how quickly he's grown.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad the dogs are still allowed time for daily interacting and "playing nicely" - this must be so helpful for all of you.
ReplyDeleteHoping there are many more days of tag for them.
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