Elizabeth77 Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Hi everybody and Greetings from Cork , Ireland. About 6 weeks ago a BC called Meg came to live with me. Meg was a rescue dog and had been sort of fostered for about 6 months. She is around 18 months old and a gorgeous young lady. Life has changed as now I am brought for walks twice a day. Living in the countryside and very near the sea gives us many places to go and we both enjoy it a lot. Meg tends to be a little nervous but has come on wonderfully and is not slow to show she has a mind of her own. It is so funny that when it suits her she know how to come and sit but if there is anything better to do an amazing and rapid hearing defect affects her! In fairness she has learned, on the whole, to be good on the lead, sits in her seat belt when driving and gives me loads of affection. I had hoped to teach her agility but as there is nowhere in the area that teaches this we will stick to walks and ball throwing for now. Anyway I am a very senior citizen and have to face the fact that from what I have seen agility may be too much for me.......hate admitting that. Ihave learned a lot here for which many thanks. So for now best wishes to all from Meg and Elizabeth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack & Co. Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam'smom Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 What a beautiful Girl..... welcome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Devils Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Such a sweet face Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome, and thank you for adopting a rescue dog (and a gorgeous one, too)! Â Many happy years together for the both of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthBelle Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome! She's a lovely girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome aboard!! Meg is lovely. She looks a lot like my Daisy, my avatar picture, my first border collie, and, in fact, my first dog. Like Meg, Daisy came to me when she was about 18 months old and totally changed my lifestyle. The past few years have involved all kinds of things I never could have imagined. Me and sheep? Who'd have thought it??!! I learned much from these boards and am grateful to the many stalwart and knowledgeable members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome Meg and Elizabeth (is your forum name a hint at your age? ) I hope you stick around and chat with us (and share plenty of pics of Meg)! Â J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth77 Posted November 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome Meg and Elizabeth (is your forum name a hint at your age? ) I hope you stick around and chat with us (and share plenty of pics of Meg)! J.  Ha ha ha I had better watch the numbers I choose could have put 99 !! No , heading there but a good few years to go, I hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb Scott Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Meg, Beautful BC! I'm in my 60's and have just started competing in agility again; this time with my husband's fast young BC Bryte! (Bryte and Russ have personality conflicts when they get in the ring!) Depending on the venue, there are lots of less-able bodied handlers out there. Barb S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esox Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome. Lovely girl. Â Esox & Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vickkers Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome to the boards.. I have to say I am jealous...I've always wanted to live in Ireland...my roommate in College did when she was younger and had tons of great things to say about it. Â Your little girl is beautiful and I'm sure you will have tons of fun together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewie'sMom Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Welcome Elizabeth, Â Meg is a real beauty. Â More pics are required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinKate Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Oh what a pretty girl! You are never too old for agility with a smart dog. It all starts out slow, walking. As the pace picks up, quite frankly, you can just work from the inside and point! lol! Good luck with her, she is lovely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth77 Posted November 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 Thank you so much for the welcome and your very kind comments about Meg. She is a very pretty girl funny word for a dog but seems to fit her. Like all dog lovers I don't care about appearance its the personality that counts in my book. I took Meg into meet my 99 year old cousin last Thursday. I was delighted that the Home encouraged pets to visit. Meg was on best behaviour and earned several treats!! I would love to train her to become a Hospital visiting dog so will concentrate on teaching her the basic rules of etiquette Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinKate Posted November 15, 2008 Report Share Posted November 15, 2008 That is fabulous Elizabeth! I work at the hospital and even the employees like to see the therapy dogs coming! I am sure everyone would love to see that beautiful dog come in for hugs and treats and do some tricks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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