Doggy's first walk

I didn't take any pictures (I didn't think of it!).

We just got back from our first real walk. I bought a "gentle leader" for Piper yesterday, and was eager to try it out. It is a harness that goes around her head, so that she can't pull on the leash. It really works - she is not used to it and every once in a while will freak out trying to get it off - but it really works!

I am no longer being dragged around or fear that she'll pull us both into the street! We walked for a mile up and down some side streets. There was a dog in a pen at the end of Ice House Ln that freaked out when we walked by and Piper's hair stood on end and she let out one bark but was easily able to be led away. It was amazing.

I even had two separate people remark on what a well-behaved dog she is!! That NEVER would have happened with the regular leash & collar!!

I'm hoping that by using this collar for a while, she will get better at walking on the regular leash and not pull and we won't have to use the harness.

With the harness she walks right next to me, not pulling ahead (like she is supposed to). It's wonderful!! I can finally feel comfortable taking her on a walk!

We got home and I jumped into the pool with my clothes on - boy is it hot! I tried to see if she wanted to come swimming, but I think she is afraid of the pool.

Always next time...