My New Home

Hi. Sorry I didn't type right away, It took me a bit to settle into my new home with my new parents.

Anyway, I should start by introducing myself. My name is Sherwood's Emmet, Emmet for short, and I'm a Border Terrier. My parents gave me the name of Emmet because my breed should have an otter shaped head, and my new Mom liked to Watch "Emmet Otter's Jugband Christmas" back when she was a kid. I just turned 15 weeks old today and I was born on March 22, 2009.

Last Friday, my new parents (I'll just say Mom & Dad from now on) picked my up and brought me home. It was a pretty long car ride, but they stopped part way and took me into a store where I was allowed to walk around on a leash and check things out. I met a cute Maltese and we said hello politely. I'm still nervous of new things, so I did my best not to make the Maltese not like me. After the store, we got back in the car for another long ride. I didn't mind, though, since I got to sit on Mom's lap the whole way.

Once we got to where I now know is my new home, Mom & Dad walked me out around this BIG yard. I liked that. For now they will keep me on a leash, but I hope to be good enough that I will be allowed to run and play in that yard!! Well, next they brought me inside and I got to check out the areas I will be allowed room-by-room. I could tell Mom & Dad were a little nervous, but I showed them what a good boy I am, and they felt better.

My first night was a little rough. I've been used to sharing a crate with other puppies and my Dog Mom for so long, I was kinda scared. I eventually settled down and I got a little sleep.

Yesterday was fun. I took a little walk with mom and all 3 of us played in the yard several times. I still tire quickly, but Mom & Dad were good about not overdoing it. I spent the day between napping and playing. Mom had some friends stopped by and I behaved while they were there. Way later, I met another dog and some other friends of my parents. That dog didn't want t play with me, so Dad kept me safe so I didn't get the dog mad enough to hurt me.

Today has been another good day. Well, except for the little bit when Mom & Dad left me alone. I'm not sure what they were doing and I didn't think they would ever return, but they did.

So, that's all for now. I hope to keep you updated on all my doings. I think Mom & Dad want to get me into to some fun stuff where I can chase after things. I guess I'll have to see what they have in store for me. Oh, one last thing before I sign off, take a look at my "prison mugshot"....