Marchioness lil Molly Meets Diesel - Confidence Plus

I always have my eyes and ears open and I'm ready to jump in quickly when it's time for our lil Molly to meet a new dog on site. Sometimes I ask her daddy to stay on site for an introduction. Thank you Dave for agreeing on more than one occasion.

The Two Molly's and Lady May Aug. 2018

Molly has been with us since she was 8 weeks old. She earned her name because our own girl was also named Molly and we needed a distinction. This little Molly soon morphed into 'lil' Molly before she gained her Marchioness status. She has become more than just a regular visitor to us. She has earned her part into our family and often tries to remind other dogs, this is her domain.

Well it's not really your domain little girl. It's Lady May's and we set the rules. Your job is to politely greet new comers and have FUN! 

And so came the day Diesel would be here at the same time. Sage was also scheduled for that day and I had to make sure I was firmly wearing my 'leadership pants' I took a deep breath, shook off any tension and held Diesels loose lead firmly. I'm quite certain Dave's presence played a large part in her great behaviour that morning. The two dogs did their slow greeting circles and then quietly moved apart to check out the new smells of the day. Whew, that was easy! Thanks Dave you can go to work now, I'll take it from here! (oh good grief)
By the time little Sage arrived these two had been in and out several times and had marked all the areas as 'their  own' several times over. Lil Molly easily took a step back for Diesel and Diesel didn't even blink an eye. Such confidence in these two earns respect with very little effort.

So why do I have to wear this lead then?

Lunch time eyes. Don'cha just want to cuddle them ALL

Watching how the dynamics played out that day was very interesting. I saw the subdued little Sage that doesn't show herself very often. Sage often rolls over to others with seeming affectionate kisses, in an attempt to get them to play with her. Her persistent 'in your face' behaviour can sometimes be an annoyance to the others who simply turn a lip to her or offer a quiet growl to ward her off. There may have been other morning activities, before coming to daycare, that played a role in her calm behaviour, but it was so nice to see how very respectful she was to all three seniors.

Sage gives special gentle kisses to Diesel

Three amigos: calm, quiet and content.
Sage, Diesel and lil Molly

By the end of the day, lil Molly was choosing to lay close to her new buddy Diesel. It's hard to remember why I was concerned about their introduction. Diesel will always be welcomed back and hopefully he will have more opportunity to meet our other extended pack.
Stay safe everyone!