Well here we go folks, New dog new day. New habits for everyone!!

Sadie Mae, after a fairly restless overnight. started synching into life at her new home with her new furry family. Ziggy the 5 y/o 90 lb husky, Bella the 15 y/o 9 lb Irish Jack Russell and 3 cats. Sophie 18, Pumpkin 15 and Princess 10. 

Ms. Sadie has had no contact with cats until now, so she was a little unsure of them at first. She wasn't sure if they were squirrels maybe or some other kind of prey. We demonstrated to her they were part of the family by showing the cats affection and sharing their smells with Sadie. She's coming along better than expected.

The cats have seen their share of new dogs through the years and know what to do to maintain their space. Sophie, the oldest cat, swatted Sadie's nose when she got too close. Pumpkin hid in corners most the day. Princess decided to engage directly with Sadie and they chased around the house and yard this morning. BIG fun!!

After a first time communal breakfast for the three dogs (Note: You got to keep 'em separated), we went to one of our local MetroParks for a bit of team leash training. Ziggy is a challenge some days on his own. Ms Sadie is a sweet soul, but easily distracted by all the new sights and smells and DOGS!!! 

Who knew? Sunday morning at the park was a busy dog time of day? In the end Zig took the lead and Sadie lagged a couple steps behind as we headed toward the van. All things must come to an end, so we headed home for more water and some well deserved rest. 

Here are Ziggy and Ms Sadie resting for a minute on the trail.



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