Meeting the dogs out back

I just took Harley out back and the dogs behind us were out. Harley got very close to the fence and at one point was nose to nose with the other dogs. They didn't touch though. The dogs are a St. Bernard (Freckles), a black lab (Zues) and an 18 year old shepherd mix (Thunder). They bark and Harley lays down or sits at my feet. I want him to get used to other dogs and other people especially since we're so close to our neighbors here. He still needs to meet the beagle to the south of us (Stephanie). He did really well meeting the dogs though. He barked once and that was it. The rest of the time he just stood by me as I talked to their owner. He's out in the kitchen now laying on the cool floor and napping. That works out pretty good because I'll have to kennel him in a bit to take a shower. I hope he just naps while I shower and while I'm out.

I've I said lately what an awesome puppy he is? LOL I sure do love having him. I think back to when Moped was a puppy and how difficult that was for me. I didn't give Moped near enough exercise or discipline, just lots of affection. And as Cesar Millan will tell you, that's not the way to do it. Exercise first, then discipline then affection. If all I do is love him he'll be an out of control dog but if I exercise and discipline him he'll be a well-behaved dog. I'm very happy that I found Harley.