Heidi #2...MD

Here are a few pics of Bella (Heidi#2) at the beach today. She LOVES her walks on the boardwalk and beach...so many people and other dogs. We have a tough time walking since Bella wants to stop to say hello to EVERYONE...2 legged and 4 legged. She is such a hit...such a social little lady and everyone loves her...adults, kids, and other dogs. Bella is a great swimmer too. She swims across tide pools with such ease and delight. The owner of the pet shop we frequent has asked if Bella can be their spokes person because she looks so adorable in doggy attire and doesn't mind being dressed up. The owner and employees light up whenever we come through the door. We met a woman on the boardwalk who asked us if we would be interested in obtaining the 12-week training course so Bella can be in their special reading program at the library. The program is for special children, regular children learning to read as well as adults. The children read (teach dogs) to the dogs and learn much quicker since they don't feel they are being judged. We are seriously considering this offer. We think Bella would be perfect for the cause. Bella weighs almost 7 lbs. now. She finished up her meds after 2 negative scrapings. We were given a clean bill of health. BTW, everyone at the vets love her too and the vet always takes her into the back so the staff can enjoy her. We will be scheduling her spay appointment for the first of December. Bella is very intelligent and has learned a number of commands...sit, lie down, get your toy, jump, and she can jump up in our laps now without picking her up, where she spends most of her time. She rarely barks so we are still having a challenge to get her to communicate when she needs to go potty. Although we keep a close eye on her and take her out regularly. We have a puppy pen and as soon as she is finished her business she stands up on the side to let us know she is ready to come out. Enjoy the pics! Love & Light, Ruthie, Ken & Bella