When it comes to toys for dogs and sheepdog puppies, we’re convinced that soft plastic flower pots are the best (certainly for value) but a soft toy is great fun too.
Ezra (left) feels sure the cloth monkey is his, but Gwen’s offspring Imogen, Toad and Headingley are equally sure he’s mistaken.
Allowing puppies to play like this is good for the pups and tells the trainer a great deal about the resolve of the individual puppy. If you take the time to watch the pups, sometimes, you notice something special.
Sheer attitude can make up for lack of size
Of course, Ezra appears to have the advantage in this contest. After all, he’s the biggest pup in his litter and a full four weeks older than Gwen’s pups. But Imogen (facing the camera), the smallest in her litter, shows fortitude in the face of overwhelming odds.
Not only does Immy have courage, she has stamina. Immy’s still anxious to play, long after her siblings have collapsed in a heap!
Ready for anything
Immy shows leadership, too. When her littermates are asleep, she lies across the doorway – nothing can happen without her! We’re excited to see how she takes to her sheepdog work.
It’s not just puppies that lay claim to that monkey. Ezra’s sire, Eli, and Immy’s mum Gwen both feel it’s rightfully theirs and are determined to keep it. Surprisingly the monkey remains intact, despite being stretched to its limit on a daily basis!
BORDER COLLIE SHEEPDOGS & FRIENDS – STILL OFF DUTY! (DVD)
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