We finished up our rehabilitative play course, and I learned so much. Hachi loves to play and so do I. It does seem to "lighten" Hachi's attitude toward unexpected happenings so he can think.
The only "not-so-good" aspect of the past couple of weeks has been that R has accidentally wandered straight into the side of Hachi's ex pen a couple of times. It's totally due to his blindness. R gets flustered, and Hachi gets scared. I think that we've mostly solved it with a guiding runner carpet to lead R past the ex pen.
This morning, Hachi went with me for a sunrise fat bike ride. It was super cold and windy but we played a bit. Hachi glows so brightly in the sunrise light!
I had to keep him moving so that he didn't get too cold (meanwhile my fingers were turning into blocks of ice).
I know he will make your wish true... and to see a little progress makes our heart sing...
ReplyDeleteHachi is so very beautiful... he always looks so focused. glad he got to do the early ride with you. hugs to sweet R
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ReplyDeleteHe does actually look more relaxed in his features (as far as one can tell from an image). Hoorah for that news - and that the lurgy is finally releasing you from its grip! YAM xx
We're so happy to see Hachi blossoming under your care!
ReplyDeleteHis coloring is beautiful - he just glows in the early sun!
ReplyDeleteHachi looks great in that low sun. We're glad to hear he continues to improve with all your hard work.
ReplyDeleteThat sunrise glow, beautiful. Hachi has shown t hat with time he can overcome all those earlier fears, I wonder if inside he was feeling like what we have with a panic attack? We have had a very cool start to the day down here, so unseasonable for January.
ReplyDeleteOut of routine, is probably a good learning experience, too. But you can get back to playing.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're feeling better. The pups will be most happy about that. Hachi is such a photogenic pup.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day and week. Scritches to the pups. ♥
He's making great progress. Bless you for being patient and working with him.
ReplyDeleteHi Hachi what a overall very very good report.
ReplyDeleteI loved this line: " mostly solved it with a guiding runner carpet to lead R past the ex pen"
You think of the best ideas!!
Hugs cecilia
We are happy to hear you were feeling up to getting out today. Hachi looks like he was quite happy with his morning fun.
ReplyDeleteYay Hachi! So very happy to hear his forward progress!
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous photos of you, Hachi. Your fur is really glowing!
ReplyDeleteHachi is so handsome! We are glad it is mostly good news this week!
ReplyDeleteJan, Wag 'n Woof Pets
That all sounds so good for Hachi, he really is such a handsome sweetie!
ReplyDeletePoor R with his loss of sight, but as long as Hatchi didn't get violent when his xpen was bumped, that is a good thing. He will be a wonderful pup with all the work you are putting in.
ReplyDeleteYou are doing a great job dealing with R's vision problems and Hatchi's anxiety issues. Those two things don't get well together but you make it work
ReplyDeleteI was so impressed that you managed to play with Hachi daily even when down with the flu! Glad you're starting to feel better. Even an early morning fat bike ride - with camera! You're a tough one!
ReplyDeleteGood thinking on the carpet runner!
Cheers,
Chris from Boise
Is the snow mostly gone? Hachi will learn to love your early morning romps together the same as Shyla.
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