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Nicknames: Mr. Milo, Sweets, Honey, Mimi, Mr. Mi, Handsome, Cocoa boy
Doggie Dynamics:
Energy
sleepy
energetic
Intelligence
silly
genius
Friendliness
aggressive
affectionate
Playfulness
not playful
very playful
Disposition
anxious
calm
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Quick Bio:
-purebred
-service dog
Likes: My person and my kitty Sawyer, working for yummy treats, belly rubs, did I mention treats?, making people happy
Pet-Peeves: People who talk to me and pet me while I'm working (I need to stay focused!), noises that make my person cry
Favorite Toy: My giant squeaky Tootsie Roll
Favorite Food: Prairie Dog food, Anything from Stella and Chewy's, Sea Jerky, Cheese, the list goes on and on.
Favorite Walk: Wherever there are other dogs around
Best Tricks: I am a service dog, but some of my favorite tasks are retrieving dropped keys and pushing the handicap button on the side of buildings (I love doing that!)
Arrival Story: I am an Autism Service Dog. I was trained at a place called My Wonderful Dog in Portland, ME for two years. I learned how to turn on and off lights and push buttons and all kinds of cool stuff. I ended up meeting my person, who has Autism, and learned how to help her by pushing my weight against her which calms her down, nudging her head when she ducks her head due to noises that hurt, and I was the first Autism Service Dog to graduate from MWD. If you are interested in learning more about how I came to be partnered and what I do, please read this article from IAADP.
Bio: I graduated as a full fledged Service Dog in March of 2007 and we are a happy pair. We successfully graduated from Southern Maine Community College and I am a respected member of my community.
I like to snuggle and play with my kitty buddy Sawyer. He likes to swat at my tail when I'm not looking, but I don't really care.
At the end of the day when my vest is put away and we're at home, I go to bed happy because I know I've done a good job for the day.
Forums Motto: The Definitive Autism Service Dog Dogster Local Spots I've Marked: Planet Dog, My Wonderful Dog, Tender Touch Veterinary Clinic The Groups I'm In: ♥ Paws with a Purpose ♥, Dyson Dogster/Catster, Service Dogs Of Maine, Trading Dog Goodies.
The Last Forum I Posted In: Gentle leader
Today is the first Friday of the month. Every first Friday, we meet up with our service dog friends and go on an outing, like going to stores or visiting places like train stations and airports. But today, we took a day off from outings. Today, we gathered at a big building in Portland, took off our equipment, and let loose!
Inside, there was agility equipment, as well as lots of space to run around. Our humans threw balls and we'd go flying after them, I played tug-of-war with my special lady friend Logan, and we just HAD to try out the agility stuff! I showed the girls how to go through the long tunnel, Logan hogged the ramp, and my friend Barley liked the ring. To be honest, I didn't really get the whole "jump through the ring" thing. I decided I'd show those girls how smart I was and ducked under the ring!
Then, we all went to Ruby Tuesday's for lunch (We did have to put our equipment back on before we went in to the restaurant.). Another service dog friend joined us for lunch, and most of us rested under the table. When we left, we went through a car wash, and I never even popped my head up. I'm getting the hang of car washes!
So, I've had a big day today. I'm all snuggled up in bed, ready to drift off to sleep. Tomorrow I have to go to work, so good night everyone!
I've a long, but exciting day! We went to work at the Vet Hospital and picked up a bag of my food because I was running low. Then, we visited Planet Dog and picked up some free samples of Stella and Chewy's raw products as well as a mystery gift!
What was really cool was when we went to PetQuarters for our portrait session. I showed off some of my modeling skills while the ladies snapped pictures. We narrowed it down to four favorites and we will be getting them in the mail in a couple weeks. They told us that we were a favorite of theirs that day. I knew I was handsome- but today I found out I'm photogenic too!
It will be our 3rd anniversary in 24 days! We have a commitment on the 23rd so we will celebrate on the 22nd. I can't wait!
We had a busy day today. Sawyer has been sick, so we went to the vet to pick up his medicine. While we were in town, we thought we'd go to Walmart and do some errands. I was on my best service dog behavior today. A lady reached to pet me, the man with her told her not to, but she did anyway! I ignored her, and Becky told her not to pet me and thanked her when she stopped. Usually we have a few people that stop and chat with us, and today was no exception. Often, they comment on how handsome I am (often people mistake me for a GIRL and tell me I'm a beautiful GIRL!) and ask about me. I did well to not solicit attention while they talked, and we made our way to the checkout. While the groceries were being scanned, a plastic bottle of salad dressing fell and conked me right on the noggin! It broke, and I picked up the cap that broke off. The cashier felt really bad for dropping the bottle on my head but was impressed that I picked up the cap.
When we got home and checked the mail, we found that the decal we ordered came! I guess it had to be put on glass that is 60-80 degrees so Becky went back out and put it on. It was pouring out though- she came in soaking wet! This decal shows a lab with a vest on and says a service dog is on duty. It's 10" big so people will see it and not tailgate. We have a major problem with tailgaters up here. It's really scary because I ride in my special hatchback trunk and if someone hit me I'd be a chocolate pancake! Hopefully that will not happen with our new decal.
Speaking of soaking wet, I am going to get a bath. This Saturday, a photographer is going to be at PetQuarters and is offering portrait sessions. I need to look my best for the portraits. That being said, I need to get going on bath time. Bubbly bubbly!
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