The Terrible Fours

Ben had a great time at the cottage. We let him romp about at times. And then night time came. As we lay in bed under the mosquito net wondering from whence the droves of mosquitos were coming as they buzzed in aeroplane unison, Ben barked up a storm upon hearing a noise of any kind. At one point, he went up to the screen door. He is good with his big paws and one swipe would put him through the screen so Don went to sort this out. Ben did not like being told what to do and barked and growled but finally went and lay down.

This did not set a good tone for the rest of our stay. When Don and Trickster went out for their sunset boat ride (Ben wouldn't get in the boat), we trekked back up to do the dishes. Ben proceeded to look for some attention so leapt up on the couch and went crazy pulling at the cushions whilst looking at me, waiting for my reaction. None came. He finally lay down, looking very cute but I couldn't let him know that. When the dust had settled, I called him off with a treat.

We left after dinner on Sunday night. The mosquitoes and Ben were too much for another night. Ben let the neighbours know we were back as he barked all the way into the driveway at 10:00.

Monday was a better day especially for Trickster. We went to the farm where I let Ben go chasing ground hogs. No worries. He is not a good hunter, at least not yet. Trickster thought this great fun and would run after Ben and then leap onto him. Ben didn't seem to notice and kept running. Trickster then tried leaping solely on his head but still, no reaction.

I'm back working with the muzzle on him. It's too long but it's all I have and he needs to have it on. After trying to get the leash on this morning, I can't wait.