Back to School

Well, I'm back in school. But school is cool right? Mom is tired of some of my shenanigans (ex. jumping). So she enrolled me in a new school: Positive Paws. Today was my second class and I'd say they've both gone well.

I got to demonstrate at both classes so far. The first week we practiced some loose leash walking, which I am generally good at. This week we worked on 'Down' and more loose leash walking. I was really good a demonstrating 'Down'. I think I'll get the hang of it soon. Mom and I  just need to remember to do my homework.

They also teach 'Settle', which is where mom puts my leash under her foot and then I'm supposed to just lay down and settle. This is really hard for me because, lets face it, I'm still a baby and full of energy. I love to bite at my leash and paw at mom. So I definitely need to practice this more. We were given tips on how to control my jumping, it's just so hard because I get so excited when someone comes over or mom gets home from work!

The teacher supplied us with a Clicker, so I'm trying to get the hang of learning what that means. I have the potential to be a really good, smart boy. I'll get there. Mom really wanted to take my picture when I was at the head of class demonstrating, but she didn't think it would be appropriate to whip out her phone. So here's what she got:

Watching little Max demonstrate.

Settle position. 

Overall, school is fun. It wears me out and we are learning new things.

Oh, last weekend I was very interested in the measuring tape. I was helping mom measure the windows.

Mommy's helper.

That's it for now friends...nap time for this guy.

Vacation

Hello dear friends! Welcome to my latest blog post. This post will be all about my first vacation and include a couple of pictures from the trip.

Let me begin by saying I am an awesome traveler. I was a very well behaved boy in the car, and I was in the car a lot. Why you ask? Because we traveled to Tennessee and North Carolina. I was in 3 new states! (Dinner/potty break in Kentucky). I shouldn't really say car, we (the Dunn's, Mandy, mom and dad and me) drove a really sweet, big van. Here are some pictures of me riding in it.

Hey, this is cool

My own seat

On the way to North Carolina

Just watching Grandpa's driving skills

 

Looking out the window

 I spent my first fourth of July at the Dunn Family Reunion in Banner Elk, NC. It was a really rainy day, but I had fun. At night I got to chase beer pong balls, that was fun. The next day we took a walk by a big waterfall, but I wouldn't pose for mom. I also met a dog name Blitz and another golden, Gracie, that looked just like me! Here I am sporting my stars and stripes at the cabin and at the Dunn bed and breakfast The Perry House.

Happy 4th!

Here I am on the porch of The Perry House

After NC, we went back to the house at Norris Lake. I had a great time exploring a new house. I really enjoyed running up and down the stairs and visiting with Missy and Michael. I didn't get in too much trouble. I saw deer on my morning walk and I was very interested in them, but they ran away. It was rainy at the lake too, but we took the boat out for a little bit. I didn't get to swim. :( But it was fun to ride on. I hope I get to go back soon. I like being a lake dog.

Walking through the marina to the boat

Can I have some cheese grandma?

This is really cool!

Boat dog!

I wanted to get out at the Tiki bar, they wouldn't let me..

Missy was making sure I was comfy.

It was a great trip. I didn't have to go in my crate for 5 days! I got to sleep in bed with mom and dad, take walks, meet new people, see new animals, and relax. I can't wait for my next vacation, I hope it involves swimming. I didn't even get to use my life jacket. Bummer!

Stay tuned for my next blog: Back to School.