We went to visit Dr. Pittman tonight. The nice thing about this vet's office is that it's open 24-hours and you don't need an appointment. And the problem with that is no one else needs an appointment either! So, you never know what kind of crowd you'll find. I learned Sunday night is pick-up boarders time.

Cocoa got her shots and was chipped. Next she needs to be spayed.

I gave Dr. Pittman the tripawds.com cards I received with my necklace. She told me she would check it out and was glad to have a reference for other patients. All the staff was excited to see her and many came to give her some loving. One vet tech even said, "Cocoa, remember me? I shaved you!"

I have to admit I was worried about the chipping. She is such a good dog and already knew so much about crating and potty training  and staying off the furniture that I know she had to be someone's dog. That maybe they were good owners but she slipped away and got lost. I know it wasn't the people I took her from because they've seen her with me and made no comment. Anyway, I was worried they would scan her and find owners. And then, what would I do? So, it was a HUGE relief when there was no chip. Needless to say, she has one now and this is her forever home.

Now that Cocoa has her shots, we'll begin training sessions this week. I'm hoping the work will "tire" her instead of depending on the dog park or a walk. I read a lot on the site today and watched several videos. Good information I should have read weeks ago. Certainly would have saved some of you from some repetitious answers on multiple topics.

I remember someone said not to focus on the "sit" command. That "stay" or "down" were better options for her legs. Does anyone else have recommendations on what we should focus on? They are private lessions, so we can do whatever we want. I also want to use hand signals.

Thanks to everyone here for your support and help these first nine weeks. We couldn't have done it without you!