Had a good time manning the WHLR booth at SEWE. Didn’t really get to see much of what was going on in Marion Square because there were so many people asking about the dogs, playing with the puppies and buying stuff. Unfortunately I forgot to grab my camera so no pictures, but Joan stopped by and got a picture of me and Hannah.
Had lots of people asking about adopting a dog, which is a good thing. The puppies were of course very popular and had a few people stop by who seemed interested in Hannah. Hopefully they will fill out an application form and Hannah will have a new home to go to soon. It will be tough to let Hannah go now, but It will be nice to get back to a two dog household (at least until the next foster comes).
Snoozing
Meet Hannah!
Hannah and I will be manning the Wild Heir Lab Rescue booth at SEWE on Sunday, so if you’re in the area, stop by and say hi! We’ll be in Marion Square in the Conservation Tent (if you don’t see us there, we’re probably wandering around).
You might also catch us wandering around Brittlebank park checking out the Dock Dogs action on Saturday afternoon. That will depend on how I feel after my volunteer shift at the Aquarium and if I feel like being dragged around by three dogs at the park.
She can’t wait to meet you!
Too smart for her own good
One of the problems you run into when training dogs (especially ones that are highly motivated) is that they start offering behaviours they’ve previously learned (and usually not the ones you want) in order to get the treat.
Hannah’s does this all the time. When she first came, the main focus was to get her to enjoy being in the crate. Lots of treats thrown into the crate to get her in, lots of praise when she went in and a few more treats. She also gets fed in the crate.
Now the problem I’m having is that a few treats into the training session, she’ll dive into her crate thinking if she stays there she’ll get even more treats.
I can close the door, but she still runs over to the crate to try to get in.
Then I have to wait until she figures out she’s not going to get anything, and then start all over again until she dives back into the crate again (or tries to).
Kind of breaks the flow of the training. Guess I just have to be more persistent than she is. It is kind of entertaining though.
Camping families?
Any family types out there into camping and looking for a chance to get some new gear? As part of the promo activities for the Aquarium‘s new Camp Carolina exhibit (opening soon), they’re having a great camping gear giveaway contest. Sadly since I’m an Aquarium volunteer I can’t enter, but you can (as long as you don’t work there or are related to someone who works there)!
ExtravaTent Giveaway
Register to win gear for the most discerning camping family!
Now through March 15, 2008Let the South Carolina Aquarium and The Backpacker outfit your family for an unforgettable camping trip. Register to win a customized ExtravaTent filled with deluxe gear for the most discerning camping family! You’ve never camped like this before: Sleep under the stars in 2 roomy tents: one for the adults and one just for the kids; Protect your feet with top quality hiking boots, Merrell© shoes and sandals; Relax after a day of hiking in comfy travel hammocks; Keep the whole family in sync with Timex© watches; Stay cool with clothing from Columbia© Sportswear; Bring the kitchen to the outdoors with a personal stove and cooking supplies; Enjoy a night of rest with plush mattress pads and sleeping bags; Plus explore the Lowcountry with exclusive tours from Coastal Expeditions: Daily excursions include a Kayak tour, adventure on Bulls Island and lunch in Francis Marion National Forest.
Enter to win at any of the following convenient locations:
- The South Carolina Aquarium
- The Backpacker: 1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Suite 1100, Mt. Pleasant
- The Backpacker: 1215 Wayne Street, Columbia, South Carolina
- Online at scaquarium.org
One entry per person. Must be 18 years of age or older. For a complete listing of rules and regulations visit scaquarium.org
Special thanks to our supporting sponsors: The Backpacker, News Channel 2, Papa John’s Pizza and Mom’s in the Know.