William.

I wanted to send you a quick email to provide you with an update on William. 

William is a very smart boy who knows a lot of commands. We just need to figure out what they are.

 He is still showing signs of stress (not eating well and he is experiencing loose stools), but they are improving. He does not really care too much for food or treats right now...he is more interested in affection!!

He is very respectful of my husband, but has shown some concerning agrression toward me. It seems to get better day by day so we will keep working on it.

He is adjusting well to being in his crate at night and (assumably) when we are not at home. 

 He was great last night for Halloween and really enjoyed greeting the trick-or-treaters at the door.

He and our cat got into a tussle when they first met and the cat has not come out of the laundry room since so we also have some work to do there...but again, we need to take it one day at a time.

He is terrific on walks, heels perfectly and does not pull at all. Big progress here!!!

Shane and I attended our first obedience class on Saturday and William will attend with us this Saturday. I am excited to see how he is with other dog.

 Overall we have not experienced a lot of concerns...at least no concerns that we don't think we can work through. Will is having new experiences every day. Thank you again for waiting for us!!

We will be in touch!

Sheila

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UPDATE:

Sent: November 18, 2011 12:41 PM
To: adoptions
Subject: William is doing good!!

William has been to 2 obedience classes and is really enjoying the time with the other dogs in the class. It seems he already knows what is being taught but it is like going back for upgrading. It has been great for him...and Shane and I.

I have attached a couple of pictures of him in his new home. I think he is starting to feel more comfortable as he is starting to get into things...like any puppy would. He is still not getting along with the cat...all he does is bark at him which really makes the cat angry. We need to work with Will to teach him how to play with humans...he still gets too rough.

I have a question for you. Will is still experiencing diarrhea. He was tested for parasites...and got the all clear. He has had a course of antibiotics so the vet is thinking it might be his food. I was wondering if you experienced this with Will and if you didn't if you could tell me what he was being fed.

Any assistance you can offer would be appreciated!

Sheila