Frogs & Dogs Posted September 26, 2016 Report Share Posted September 26, 2016 After losing my beloved Kit to cancer in April and deciding that I don't like my life without a dog in it, on Saturday, I adopted this boy from a rescue in the LA area: http://www.bordercolliesinneed.org/border_collie_rescue_and_adoptions/blackbart.html It's still early, but so far, I'm utterly impressed. Despite a rough start in life, he's remarkably stable. I haven't witnessed much fear. He notices everything, but isn't reactive. He loves people and other dogs. Good food motivation. Likes toys, but doesn't understand yet that it's a game we can play together. Very quiet. And really smart. Seems like he'll be a cinch to train. Going to try to get seen by the vet this week for xrays and physical exam. I don't expect to find much, but since he will hopefully be my new agility partner, the adoption is contingent on the outcome at the vet. I'm still working on a name. Under consideration: Tuxedo (Tux for short), Quill, and Pelé (like the Brazilian soccer player). Other suggestions welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted September 26, 2016 Report Share Posted September 26, 2016 He's handsome - congrats! I really like the name Quill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Coyote Posted September 26, 2016 Report Share Posted September 26, 2016 He is beautiful. Just remember that it can take two weeks for a rescue to settle in and start showing their real personality. Usually they are pretty quiet until they realize they are in a safe place. So he may be a little more active than you see now. I like Quill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D'Elle Posted September 26, 2016 Report Share Posted September 26, 2016 What a stunning dog. Hope it works out for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildFlower Posted September 26, 2016 Report Share Posted September 26, 2016 Congrats! He's nice looking. It can take some dogs weeks or months to adjust to new environment. Some are an open book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted September 26, 2016 Report Share Posted September 26, 2016 Kudos to you for adopting! And condolences for losing your dear Kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey Posted September 27, 2016 Report Share Posted September 27, 2016 He's lovely! Congratulations. Quill is a great name ☺ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyRuna Posted September 27, 2016 Report Share Posted September 27, 2016 Oh, he is so cute! I like the names Quill and Tux. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraV Posted September 27, 2016 Report Share Posted September 27, 2016 Gorgeous! I love the names too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frogs & Dogs Posted September 27, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2016 Things are going well here. After just a couple of hours, he picked up a default sit. Today we worked hard on crate games (permission to exit the crate) and he's totally getting it! It's like 99% better than the behavior I witnessed when I met him on Saturday. As I type this, he's dozing in his crate with the door wide open - his choice to go in there. He also learned to jump into the back of my car today. I dug out my old basic obedience manual from the days when Kit was a puppy. It's full of useful exercises, so we'll be working our way through that. He pooped and peed twice today instead of only once, so that's progress. I think he learned to hold it when he was in the shelter. No accidents yet. He's still pretty quiet. I realize that could change as he gets more comfortable here, but he certainly doesn't seem shut down to me. I know everyone here liked "Quill", but I'm leaning towards "Tux". For agility, a dog that looks like his name is very useful - no one will look at the score sheet and wonder if they've got the right dog. And the T and the X are distinctive consonants - great for recall and grabbing attention on course. Vet check (including x-rays) is tomorrow. I'm really hoping for a positive outcome because I want to keep this boy. Badly. He'll be sedated for the x-rays, so tomorrow will probably be a loss as far as training. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gloria Atwater Posted September 28, 2016 Report Share Posted September 28, 2016 My Aussie's dad is a black-and-white named Tux. Big, strong, amazingly talented working dog. I think it's a fabulous name! Congratulations on your beautiful new boy!~ Gloria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligande Posted September 28, 2016 Report Share Posted September 28, 2016 Tux is a great name for him, congratulations on your new boy he is very handsome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbc1963 Posted September 28, 2016 Report Share Posted September 28, 2016 He is a stunning, stunning dog. Hope things go well for you - I'd love to continue seeng photos of him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WickAndArtoo Posted September 28, 2016 Report Share Posted September 28, 2016 How did the vet visit go?! Excited to hear the results and praying they gave you a thumbs up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushdoggie Posted September 28, 2016 Report Share Posted September 28, 2016 My vote is Quill! Whatever you chose, he is stunning, those bright eyes in that dark face...swoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted September 29, 2016 Report Share Posted September 29, 2016 He's gorgeous! Congrats and have lots of fun with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GentleLake Posted October 1, 2016 Report Share Posted October 1, 2016 Congrats on adopting this beautiful boy. Hope the vet visit went well and that you're on the way to great lives together. My first border collie's mother's name was Quill. Great name. But the most important thing is that you and he like the name you decide on. IMO, a name's just got to click. Tux is a great name too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larryfoster Posted October 2, 2016 Report Share Posted October 2, 2016 Beautiful boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcoBC Posted October 2, 2016 Report Share Posted October 2, 2016 Great looking dog, beautiful eyes! I love the name Quill. Good luck and Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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