Proud of my girl

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  1. Naya

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    As some of you know, Harley has become a bit snappy with some dogs since she was attacked.
    Last night at agility there was a new dog at our session. Harley usually gives new dogs a growl and won't interact well so I usually stay far enough away for her to relax. It usually takes a few weeks of them being there until she is ok with them. Last night it was horrendous rain and the shelter is only small. I decided to give it a try being in the shelter with the new dog and the others that we know. They had a sniff of each other, then Harley dropped her ball right in front of the new dog :). There was no aggression at all :tail:. I was so chuffed with her. She was on fire at agility too!

    Today we had a fantastic walk. We bumped into a few of her doggy friends and they had a lovely play. As we were heading back to the car, a dog ran full pelt around a corner and straight up to Harleys face. I took a step forward and told Harley to wait which she did. They had a quick sniff then I put her lead on her and off we went :happyfeet:. Usually Harley would react at a dog running full pelt towards her. I was so so happy that she didn't do snything and that her body language stayed relaxed throughout. I have been periodically putting her lead on during walks so as not to just do it when we see new dogs. She is now fine with this and walks on a flat collar without pulling me along which is another huge achievement.
    Happy and proud mum :heart:

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    Fantastic, well done beautiful Harley and @Naya
     
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    That must make you feel more relaxed too.
    Well done both of you x
     
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    Well done -that must make walks much more pleasant.
     
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    That's great, we'll done Harley
     
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    Well done that sounds like brilliant progress :) and a lovely photo with ball and tongue poking out :)
     
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    What a good, brave girl!!! She is so lovely and she is a very red (better conformation) but very similar to my Harley. That tongue is spectacular! Thanks for sharing such a positive story.
     
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    What a lovely read. Harley is such a good girl and you are right to be very proud of her.
     
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    What a great girl you are Harley and well done @Naya for getting her through a rough patch :) Very impressive tongue and ball action there :D xx
     
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    That is so lovely to read! What a good girl :)
     
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    Well done to you both.
    Sure more relaxed walks coming your way
     
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  12. Cath

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    Well done both of you. It must make you very happy and relaxed when out and about.
    Brave girl Harley :)
     
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