Developing The Relationship

Working with your dog must be a daily part of both of your lives. It builds a bond and causes trust and affection. Even if you never show your dog, it is important to both of you.

Here on a hot and sunny day both Baby and I are going through the basics of ring activity.

Standing, being examined and trotting around the ring are all very good activities for the both of you. I lost over 100 pounds from when I first got Baby in July of 2007 till the day of this picture late April 2009.

Many people ask me; "How did you lose all that weight?"

This is how! Walking and working with my dogs has been both a great spiritual, as well as physical benefit to me. I am healthier, happier and my mastiffs know that they are loved. It is more than good food, fresh water and treats. It is the time you invest in them as well.