Our upstairs is not carpeted, but our entire basement is. Some fosters (especially those savage little puppies) never make it to the basement because they are not potty trained. Copper has full house privileges, is potty trained, has not been destructive, and has been the perfect little house guest.
We were so excited this weekend to meet up with our former foster, River (2020) to go for a buddy walk with Copper. Both pups did great and enjoyed the sunshine and smells.
Former foster Ruby (adopted by my mom) and Copper had a little play date. It went so well, Ruby stayed over for a sleepover. At first, Copper seemed a bit jealous to have someone to share the attention with, but after some time, the two started playing and did NOT stop!!! Copper definitely enjoys playtime with other pups.
Well, Copper lucked out today and didn't need to go in the crate because I had a snow day and was able to stay home with him all day. We had lots of snuggles, he loved playing in the snow, and helping me shovel. He also discovered that despite his little legs, he can jump in the bay window and be on neighborhood watch.
Getting a foster midweek when I am working is always tough because there is no transition to get them acclimated to the crate. Copper's previous owner did state that he has been in a crate before, but still, we know being in a new home with a new routine can be tough on a pup. To make things more stressful, our neighbors were getting a new roof on, so I am sure there was a lot of loud sounds that weren't drowned out by the classical music we had playing for him. Watching him on the "foster cam", it took him about two hours before he laid down to rest. Luckily my folks were able to let him out midday and give him a break. With all fosters, until we can assess they won't tear up/ ingest bedding, we leave nothing but hard bones slathered in peanut butter in the crate.
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