Head scratchings and snuggle bugs

The exciting news is Caleb has been far more tolerant and anxious for head scratches. We have even had some full body petting and scratching. Usually he lets us pet him from quite a distance. We have to stretch our hand out and we can barely scratch his muzzle and ears. But this weekend he has been more anxious for love. And he's not only stayed close for scratching but he has put his whole body under my hand. He's done it with dad as well. We are so excited.

Lily fell asleep twice in my lap Sunday. She was snoring like a freight train. It does my heart good to know that she feels safe enough to go to sleep with me.

She's really becoming quite the little sweetheart. She's still a pistol and a half but along with her high energy and puppy like enthusiasm a sweet and affectionate dog is surfacing. I knew she had it in her. It was just a matter of a little time and love. She's been affectionate for a while now but there is a new level of sweetness to it.

I can't express how thrilled I am at their progress. We still have a long way to go with Caleb but we made some promising progress.

He was also surprisingly social when our friends were over Saturday night. He didn't just hide in his kennel. He was out, his tail was wagging. And he took food from both our guests.

Exciting and promising all around.

Patience and time, it just takes patience and time. As well as a whole lot of love.