We got our Baron two years ago this fall as a 8 week old puppy. He has proven to be an outstanding companion-dog. He quickly learned the boundaries of our property, which is surrounded by an invisible fence. Chasing squirrels and cats who venture here seems to be his favorite yard activity. He enjoys being in the house, although he is restricted to the mud room, kitchen and basement. This is due mainly to the fact that GSD also stands for German Shedding Dog. Romping madly after the quicker housecat (Simba) can also be an issue when things get knocked off tables in the chase.
Baron & friend
When I was a little tot friends of my parents had a GSD. They were going to visit us at our summer cabin and of course would bring "Dutchie". There was much discussion about whether or not I would be safe near the dog or would the dog be aggressive toward me. Of course when they arrived Dutchie adopted me and was my constant companion and protector. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief and I had a friend for the rest of Dutchie's life. That was 60 years ago and i still remember that dog with a tug in my heart.
ReplyDeleteI love German Shepards. When I was little I always asked my mother for one. She didn't want to get a dog that large so we wound up with a poodle. I of course was mortified, but the poodle was a good dog but nothing like a GS. ;o)
ReplyDeletehe is beautiful - and I know they are very intelligent dogs! Love that photo of him carrying that "no dogs" sign!
ReplyDeleteYes, the photo of Baron and the sign and the real meaning of GSD- hilarious...thanks.
ReplyDeleteLove the picture of you and Baron.
ReplyDeleteTwo handsome friends.
Lovely photograph of you and Baron. He must be a wonderful dog.
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful dog! I finally got a new GSD named Gundo. I've been through the puppy stage one time, and now will only get young adults. Gundo is 14 months old. You can see his page, "Meet Gundo," here at www.imdowntown.net
ReplyDeleteTake care,
Jane
When I lived in Alabama I bought a dog from a police officer who brought the mother back from Germany. A very excellent guard dog but he could only be trusted when I was there to supervise. On his own, he was serious trouble.
ReplyDeleteMarnie
Baron is beautiful - he has that bright-eyed intelligent look that is so distinctive of German Shepherds.
ReplyDeleteLove the photo of you and Baron. I always enjoy seeing pictures of men with dogs, pulls at my heartstrings.
ReplyDeleteIf only we could all do what the german shepard bravely did with its sign. :)
ReplyDeleteBaron is such a handsome dog--I hope I get to meet him someday!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, that Baron. Can't wait until Buck gets that big.
ReplyDeleteYou can tell he comes from good genes. It's great you know how fortunate you are to have him and it's obvious he knows he's also very lucky to have you. :)