Meet our little Cooper
Well, I kind of thought I'd never give in.
My kids have begged for a dog for years. At first, I said when we get a house. Then we got a house and I said we need a fence and a garage. I also said NEVER would I have a dog in my house.
Well, the day has finally come. I'm as surprised at myself as everyone else is. It's been a full week and to be honest, as cute as this little puppy is, right now I wish I'd said no.
He's given me every reason that I said no in the first place. He pees on my rugs, bites my shoes and pants, scratches my new couches, tracks water and dirt in the house, wakes me up at night and on top of all that, he stinks! He has thee worst breath I've ever smelled.
But on the other hand, my kids absolutely adore him! I haven't had to fight with them to get out of bed once this week, I just put the dog on their bed and they're up. And Zach will not leave him alone, he is totally smitten.
My husband is also a big fan. He's excited to have a hunting dog (even if just for pheasants, he originally thought we'd gotten a springer spaniel- this little cocker is not a water dog, apparently) and just have a dog for our kids. He's ever so patient with him- much more so than I am. He gets up in the middle of the night to take him out with no complaint (on a good note, the past couple nights he's slept almost 8 hours straight). And he can sense when I've had enough (so can the dog) and he takes over completely.
It's been a long week. It really seems like I've been struggling with this dog much longer. But I know it will get better. We have awesome neighbors who have given us stuff and tips for him and our cute neighbor Selda is amazing. She loves him and comes to check on him every day while we're gone (not to mention takes and feeds my kids so I can rest.) She's the best!
And even though he's smelly, I sometimes don't mind him snuggling on my lap and it is pretty cute when he comes and falls asleep on my feet.
So I'm having faith that one day, hopefully sooner than later, I will be as smitten as the rest of my family and won't regret saying yes.
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When he dies...that's when you'll fall in love with him and you'll miss him. Just like on Marly and Me...what a depressing show. Haha, just kidding. He's super cute, I cant wait to meet him! I'm glad you got him, every boy needs a dog in their lives. I hope I can have a dog one day too. Once you get him potty trained and trained not to chew on everything you'll love it I bet. Have you thought about doggy school?
ReplyDeleteHe is such a cute lil pup. At least in pictures anyways:) One day I'll come meet him in the real world. My Grandma had one of those types of dogs and they're really good dogs so you picked right for your first dog.
ReplyDeleteOn Friday night Josh was camping with the scouts and the boys were at Stephs house so I was home alone. But, I had Humphrey with me and I was so grateful because I knew he'd start barking if anybody was in the house. Even tho dogs can be a pain in the butt their wonderful for days that you cry your eyes out and feel like nobody loves ya. The dog will always love you and curl up to you and try and comfort you and when your home alone they bring a lot of comfort just being there. I love and hate Hump but I'd never give him up now:) It will get good just hold out. That neighbor of yours sounds pretty dang amazing! Better hang on to her:)
I was unaware you had a blog. This brings me much joy. Now to catch up.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I forget I have a blog :) It's been a long time, I suppose maybe I should catch up! Thanks for stopping by!
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