Unusual Playmates

Trekker is out, he is exhausted. What a weekend he’s had. Yesterday was two dog classes and today Trekker was invited by our dog class trainer to participate in a playdate with a few of her friends’ dogs. It was an odd assortment of dogs to gather, all (except Trekker) are either show or agility dogs. There was a Borzoi, Dalmation, Louisiana Catahoula Leopard, Ibezan Hound, a Rat Terrier, Border Collie, Belgian Sheepdog pup, and of course my corgi. A couple of these breeds I’d never seen before.

I had thought I had socialized Trekker. He’s gone numerous places and met quite a few dogs but most of them were on leash. Any off leash play has been one on one. This is the first time he’s been let loose with a number of other dogs, all were mannered. Trekker wasn’t sure how to act, he likes other dogs but is a little careful. He still hasn’t forgotten being pounced on by two Boxer puppies at our first puppy class when he was 10 weeks. This was really good for Trekker. The Borzoi was particularly taken with Trekker, it was the first corgi she had ever seen. What a size difference! Trekker’s favorite was the Belgian Sheepdog puppy. It was funny to watch him herd another herding dog. What a great experience for Trekker. He’ll be ready to go again.