I just wanted to update you on Dougal at 15 weeks now. Things are going really well in DC! Dougal is really adjusting well to life here. We had a great time on vacation up in Canada for the last two weeks and he did really well with Paterson, our Newfoundland, who he always desperately wanted to play with. Paterson was really gentle with him, but generally not all that interested in playing. He loved spending time in the canoe! While he wasn't afraid of getting in the water, he didn't develop a desire to swim (though he can swim really well!) He was happy to get wet up to his shoulders, but anything more than that, he wasn't interested. It was definitely good to see him comfortable with the water!
Dougal is really great with people and is doing quite well in puppy kindergarten, though he can be a bit shy around some of the puppies. We have found a great training program and are doing puppy kindergarten now, along with saturday supervised puppy play sessions and will begin more formal training on September 8th. He weighs 22.5 lbs now and is growing like a weed! He still isn't eating a ton I would say--maybe averaging 2 cups a day, but rarely more than that ever. But he seems healthy and the vet is happy with his progress so I think everything is on track. He loves his dog walker and we're going to start doggie day care in a while. So far, things are going well! He's energetic and attentive and a joy to be around--everyone loves him!
Here are a few pictures for your collection!
Best,
Dougal Chouest Family
