Hallowwen ,Bahamas and more Traveling with the pup.

Wow who knew the joys of traveling with a pup. first I'll start with Bahamas. For pups 23rd birthday I decided he was a good boy . It was cruise time. The car ride Dobber was all excited looking out the window bouncing around barking at dogs in other cars. Now once to boat different story . Its hard enough to get him in a bath but a giant floating bath no way. i had to lure him with treats a great belly rub and his new squeaky toy. Finally on the boat what a awesome experience. Once the pup figured out was all you can eat it was all over. Poor little guy first night ate so much couldn't even chase his ball. Was amazing playing with Dobber on boat. Few strange looks as he barked at a bird or or got excited at a show and bounced in my lap licking my face. They way my young pups eyes lit up I'll cherish for ever. Was a good day for the pup. On to a great time of year for a pup and his handler in public , not quite as many crazy looks in this one horse town. Pups new coat has come in nice and hes ready to sport a whole new look this Thursday. I'm amazed how past nine months this little guy has made me the most proud handler ever. your a good boy Dobber . There's nothing like a dog by your side loyal sweet and always there. Happy Halloween Dobber.

PLAY TIME!!!!!!!! (in the eyes of dobber)

So I'm just sitting there in his lap doing nothing while hes watching that thing that lights up and yells at him (what he sees in that loud thing I'll never know). But more back to the subject at hand, I'm laying there doing nothing but enjoying getting my head scratched, when out of no where this little yellow girl comes running up with MY ball in her mouth GRRRRRR... Now I am not a mean or jealous dog, I have no problem sharing something when I don't want it. And of course I didn't want it until she picked it up, I mean after all it IS MINE, so I have every right to take it! WOOF! So I immediately proceed to ask her for my ball back (in the nicest possible way) because after all I AM an angel O;). She either didn't understand me or she just ignored me, but either way she didn't give me MY ball back! GRRRR! Instead she decided to take it to him, well he took my ball and threw it for her! How dare him! he knows thats my ball and he just threw it for her! So I went over to her and tried to take my ball back, she didn't give it back to me! I grabbed my ball with my mouth and tried to pull the ball out of her mouth and instead of her letting go she tried to pull it back from me! Now normally I have no problems with this lady, but when she tried to take my ball and not give it back then its game on. We are just fine wrestling on the bed for the ball when he comes up and grabs it and throws it again. GRRRRR! She goes and gets it and we start wrestling for it again, and then she reaches up and bites me on the nose! Now thats just uncalled for, so I bend down and bite her back. And suddenly its a miracle! she gives me my ball back and we both lay down by him (and that annoying bright box), and we did absolutely nothing the rest of the night. ARRROOOO!

Pup and Disney part b

Morning had finally arrived .Pup woke before me be playful and full of energy .I on other hand was still a bit groggy and tired from a long night. not now Dobber . The look on his face was did I do bad? I laughed how could anyone be mad a face like that? Dobber come here boy . He wagged and came over licking my face. This always makes me chuckle. Disney will be tricky . I st Dobber down . Dobber? His eyes lit up. We are going for a ride today ,but I need you to be on best behavior for me . Disney might not be to keen if I let my pup out to run loose. there were gonna have to be correct times. The excitement built for Dobber. bouncing from the front seat back to back. Normally I would told him no . It is Disney after all and he had been so good. we finally arrived . I was amazed at the control my pup had . There were people about everywhere kids adults alike. I scratched his ear his tail wagged. good boy proud of you. The smells and noises kept Dobbers ear perked up. We got on a ride Dobber was leary at first but soon took to the air rushing in his face. He had a blast . Unfortunately the log ride was broken that would a saved bath time . We stayed way into the night. One of the best was the Haunted Mansion. though Dobber wasn't to keen on the room changing . I reached over scratched his ear , its ok boy .he settled resting his head on my shoulder pushing closer to me. Once on the ride his eyes sparkled . Barking occasionally wagging his tail at the ghost dancing. The only problem we had was when the ghost got in the cart Dobber went ballistic. "Its ok boy " The day drew to a end as Dobber and I boarded the ferry . The fire works went off ,Dobber whimpered. "Its ok boy" he nuzzled close beside me. watching as each rocket popped. was a amazing day . We made it back to our car Dobber got in layed down . I scratched his ear "Good boy Dobber , whose my good boy?"his tale wagged . So far the best trip to date for me and my sweet pup . I couldn't be a happier handler.

That Disney pup wasnt Goofy part A

What a fun week end I took Dobber to Disney. Yeah you heard me Disney. I had been promising Dobber I'd take him on a trip he behaved so well the last one. The excitement on young pups face as we loaded the car was awesome. It never ceases to amaze me how his eyes light up when asked "Dobber wanna go for a ride? Come on boy." His tail waggging he eagerly hopped into the car. Stopping long enough to give me a lick . OK down boy lets go. He rode quietly most of the trip checking out the cars. That is until he saw his reflection in the window . Then he got all worked up another dog outside the car. "Calm down boy" I reached over scratched hid ear subduing the would be rowdy pup. He nestled down and fell asleep . We finally arrived at the Wyndam Disney Resort. This would be tricky as the resort doesnt allow pets. I managed to slip Dobber passed the front desk and up to the towers. Good boy Dobber. I opened the door and let him lose he imediately went exploring. bouncing from the beds to the floor . I reached into Dobbers toy box and brought out his favorite toy , (his 3 ring tug toy) and gave it a toss off he went. Bring it to me boy. He was hesitant at first. then reluctantly brought it to me. "Good boy , Dobber " . Dobber hasnt mastered the art of giving up the toys training has to begin this week. A human pup can be so stubborn. However the unconditional love its like no other. the best decision I ever made was to adopt my pup. We played ring toss for a few until Dobber noticed the people at the pool down below. pawing at the window . I had to pull him away . I could tell pup was getting tired so I called him up on the bed. Come on boy lets lay down we got a big day tomorrow. He lept to the bed licking my face then sniffed around circled the bed a little and flopped his toy by his side and started to sleep . I wonder what he is dreaming about , the dreams of a young pup.

"The Park"

It's been awhile since posted but having a new pup has been great. So many adventures to tell today I'll tell you about Dobber and the park. It was beautiful this week as I asked Dobber " Wanna go for a ride boy?" his eyes lit up as he cocked his head to side tail wagging. He had been such a good patient boy. He hadn't got to see me in a few days . I could tell my good boy was happy to see me . I knew he would love the surprise of where he was going. I loaded pup up and off we went his curious eyes glistening as he checked out his surroundings. He watched cars pass us getting more excited to to ride . I had found this quaint baseball park near my parents with creeks and ball mounds etc. Dobbers tail went furiously wagging as we pulled up. Today was pups big adventure out. I leashed pup walking him to a spot where I had checked for glass etc. last thing I need is to take my pup to vet. Its important to always be aware of surrounds especially when you have such a brave and curious pup such as I . After allowing Dobber to get his surrounding I took of his leash there was plenty of room for him to be free. Pup loved this he began to ran sniff enjoy the park. I had missed seeing my pup his one ear hanging down one up, his sweet facial expressions as he found new and curious things. His coat growing in nicely. Hes becoming quite the beautiful pup. Always be aware of play area ya pup can easily get into something that he shouldn't as I found out when dobber saw a old ripped up piece of shirt. "no dobber." he looked up as if to say "we play?" I laughed "Yes boy , but that's not ours ." I pulled Dobbers favorite ring toy gave it a shake . He jumped from excitement I threw it and off he went. Meanwhile I picked up the old rag and discarded it. I still haven't got Dobber to get the idea has to return the toys . After a brief ring tug of war he let go and I threw again . Off he went, returning this time snorting hard and getting a snout full of basbeall field dirt and grass . He began to cough a little and sneeze . "I laughed so hard , he didnt think was to funny pouncing on me licking my face until I threw the rings again. What a amazing pup so full of life we threw for quite some time until The little pup starting getting tired. Play time can take alot out of you .He came up nuzzled my arm sniffed around a bit and lay down as I rubbed his belly. nothing like having ya pup curled beside you. I can tell this pup is gonna keep me on my toes. "well Dobber it is time go home . you ready for a ride boy?" Pups eyes sparked up in the excitment of a car ride . I wonder what he thinks of sometimes with that look of happiness and and love . Such a good pup, another great day with my Dobber.

Dobber Adventure

Taking Dobber on a road trip . "Here Dobber let's go boy. " More about the happy travels of pup and i when return, Until then happy barking.

Gimme Gimme! (Dobber)

Home: When we got back to the house, he immediately put my collar on me and I spent a few minuets admiring myself in the mirror. Ok, ok you’re right, the shiny had actually caught my eye, but that’s beside the point. It didn’t take much for me to get undistracted when I heard those rings being shaken around! “Who’s a good boy ,Dobber?” Oh you better believe I can be (when I want to be he he)! He threw those rings for the first time and my whole mindset changed, no longer did I feel like someone playing the role of a puppy, no longer did I feel like something was missing, I felt ALIVE! It was the most exhilarating and freeing feeling I have ever felt in my life! “Dobber! Bring them back boy!” Woof! NO ! Those rings are mine and I’m not bring those back very willingly . Off I went to my corner with my rings. so much fun to chew on , the rings the texture the feeling of endorphins rushing through my body. “Dobber! Where are you going? Oh no you don’t! Bring me those rings boy!” Again those are my rings and aren’t gonna be given up easily! He came over and grabbed them which of course means he wants to play! play, pup likes play . I’m ALL about play time! then the call from the other room "Come here boy.... Bath time: So busy with my new toy unbeknown to me play time would change. What this pup didn’t know is that coming up was bath time, and getting the rings was just the precursor to getting me in the tub. Oh goodness this pup HATES the water (almost as much as the vet). But bath time was a success for me, I succeeded in getting him wet too! After bath time it was time for bed, and this pup got to curl up on the bed with him and the rings. What a lovely day .. one happy pup woof! Dobber

Go? Who said Go? (Dobber)

The pet store “Dobber” I could feel my tail wag as he called my name. Dobber that's me !I'm Dobber . Woof “You wanna go to the store, boy?” Umm can you say HELL YES!! He took for a ride in the car, windows down the whole way! That’s always fun! What I didn’t know is we were going to the toy store, when we got there I was really excited and kinda nervous at the same time. So with quite a bit of apprehension we went into the toy store. They keep the toys in the middle of the store so I had to walk past the birds, and the evil cats (had to very strongly resist being a bad puppy and barking at the cats) to get to the toys. With him in tow we walked up and down the aisles of toys, finally we stopped and had to look at collars first. He picked out one that matches me beautifully. Its shiny and has black in it (did I mention its shiny??). As soon as we picked out a collar we got back to the more important matter at hand: TOYS!!!!! After trying out a few in the store we finally found these perfect chewy rings! Omg they are so much fun to chew, and chase, and tug of war with, and chase, and throw around, and did I mention chase? Any who, after we picked out the toy (I was only limited to 1 for now, apparently this pup gets to distracted… ooh squirrel!) we went back to the house for a little play time.

My name is Dobber (Dobber)

A view from the eyes of a human pup: You know most people will read this and think,” What the hell is a human pup?” Or alternatively, “What kind of freak is a human that wants to be a pup?” Well I’m here to stand up for all human pups out there to say “We AREN’T freaks, we are just like you and need release from the stress of this very tiring world and have found a special way to do it.” Now of all the things out there in this world I was sure I had heard of everything. Boy was I ever wrong! I have recently been enlightened to several things and puppy play was one of them. Not knowing much about the subject, I did like any good person would do and did my research on it. And lo and behold there really is not much out there about it so my handler and I decided to start this blog. There once was a time (not that long ago mind you) when I felt as if there was a hole in my life that couldn’t be filled. No matter what I did with work, hobbies, or friends it didn’t do me any good. Through the grape vine I heard of pup play and did some research on it and decided I wanted to give it a shot. Challenge #1 :find someone else who’s into it, has the same views as I, and wants the same things out of it. WOW! What a challenge that was! But after searching and searching I found my handler when I wasn’t even truly looking. I had this random message from a drag queen on FaceBook (gotta love social media, right??) asking if I had plans and inviting me out to her bingo night she hosts. So I figured I didn’t have anything to do and went out to hang out. During the course of the night, she made a joke referring to “putting a leash on me and making me her puppy.” Which struck me as really odd due to the fact that we had not discussed this previously, at all. So after bingo that night I stuck around after the show and we talked some at length and the inference made during the joke. Unbeknown to me, that particular drag queen would soon become my handler. We discussed it over the course of the next few days and decided to give it a shot playing. challenge #2 A Name The first thing that she did was give me a pup name, Dobber. So we took a trip to the local pet store and boy was I nervous and excited! But that story (and more) will come later.

Dobbers collar

The five words that made my heart skip "Will you be my handler?"?" Yes ! Upon reading up on how handle my pup (see pup 101) . there are sites references online, I suggest goggling pup play to broaden your knowledge. As with anything its up to you and your pup to decide limits . I was extremely lucky to find a pup who has seem views as I . Its just my opinion but compromise will lead to limited play in what can be a beautiful situation. As with any new proud owner of a puppy it was time for Pet Smart . A experience to be discussed before going , especially if you live in the bible belt . That dog don't hunt especially in these parts. Time to find my Dobber's collar and toys . The collar should be something that expresses ya pups personality and character. Remember the collar needs be comfortable and safe your dealing with very soft tissue and spine on ya pup . A collar may be stylish but could do damage to your new found friend. Dobber's collar : The pup and I entered the store , you could see his tail wag though trying to contain himself. His beautiful doe like eyes sparkling curiously as he checked out his surroundings. Its important ya pup feel comfortable. but stand firm in guidance . Ya pup is new and needs direction. His eyes open in wonder and excitement as we passed the bird cage, the flutter peeked his interest . Trying hard to keep composer . We made our way to to the collar section. His excitement almost not able be contained. Rhinestone? pink? phhmm snorted pup. Leather? unfortunately rough on edges then finally our eyes caught a large choke chain with soft black nylon through the link . Easy on pups throat for later leash training.Careful when using choke collar on a pup when training . you like? i asked . His eyes lit up could tell this was Dobbers collar. Good pup. (dobbers tail wags.) "Time to get Dobber his toys." A huge pup grin comes across his face. Finding toys that are soft as to not hurt pups mouth in tug a war and fetch proved a little more challenging . To furry , to scary for pup, or to hard. Remember ya pups mouth and teeth are a lot weaker than his fellow canines. Settling for large soft rubber rings for tug and fetch. Pup tugging gently for good fit . "Good boy Dobber" and a soft stuffed bone (non squeak) . time go home boy...... stay tuned for Dobbers first play.

In Dobber's eyes a handler meets pup

I never imagined the joy found in the eyes of Dobber. First how we met . Was by rare chance on a local social media that the pup caught my eye. I dont know what but there was something special about him.I didn't know then but the pup I wanted was right before my eyes. After much shameful flirting I met this beautiful human pup. His big brown eyes sparkled as we talked about possibilities new to us both . Excitement built as we talked finding a common ground for pup and handler. Finding a common ground is highly recommended before taking on a pup . Now back to story. We spoke of our needs and wants finding common desire.i got my first glimpse of this pup when scratching his ear , a jolt of adrenaline rushing through us both as pup eyes lit up and his leg began to move. the happiness on his face was priceless. i knew then that i had to know more about pup play follow Dobber and i on this journey of discovery and adventure offering insight and experience. As two novices discover the love of handler and pup. the journey begins....