Pups just got back from the first vet appointment and the vet could not believe that none had worms. They had to be taught to use the dog house when it rained today as well. Now that they had first shots, we'll let the ones go if some folks want them home early. I like to wait until at least 8 weeks, but we have taken home pups at 5 weeks before. Sledge, the big grey, will be staying with us... To connect this back to ponds, the other male shepherd (he is neutered) was a lab born in the body of a German shepherd. He is stick driven and leaps off the dock into the water to retrieve anything thrown in the pond. He also has the nose of a bloodhound. We all notice the differences in our "children", but when they set up a perimeter, evenly spaced across the yard to set up guard when something goes bump in the night, their true nature is revealed. They are soldiers. Love this breed!

Last edited by RAH; 05/30/18 03:21 PM.