9/23/2024:  Picnic delights in accompanying me wherever I go, often sneaking ahead only to slow down and bask in our shared moments. His devotion is palpable, as if I am the most fascinating person in his world—it’s truly heartwarming!

He now frequently uses the doggie door, and I’m thrilled to report that there have been no indoor accidents for a week. His enthusiasm for his kibble is unmatched, so I’ve introduced a special bowl to encourage slower eating. Unlike my previous Boxers, Picnic’s penchant for acorns hasn’t caused any issues.

His leash manners have improved remarkably; he no longer pulls but walks alongside me. At bedtime, he willingly heads to his crate after a warm hug and words of encouragement. Picnic’s affection for people is boundless, and he finds wonder in everything you do. He adores giving kisses and receiving hugs, making him an ideal movie companion as he snuggles beside you.

Picnic believes in close companionship, always staying by your side, except during playtime with his best friend, Maggie the Boxer. He is indeed a wonderful dog, deserving of a loving home where he can enjoy plenty of exercise and affection.

9/17/2024:  On September 6th, Picnic joined my household, marking the beginning of a transformative journey. Over the past ten days, Picnic has shown remarkable improvement, with today being his most exemplary day yet. He spent several hours playing energetically with Maggie, my three-year-old brindle Boxer who weighs 48 pounds.

Today was particularly special as Picnic was granted access to most of the house for most of the day, and he played wonderfully with Maggie. Impressively, Picnic has now gone six consecutive days without any accidents inside the house, only having urinated indoors on two occasions since his arrival. Notably, he has never defecated indoors. Picnic also proved to be a delightful nap companion for both Maggie and me.

Picnic has a hearty appetite, consuming all of his breakfast and supper, and he will even eat Maggie’s meal if she is not quick enough. Although he resists going into his crate at bedtime, I have found a solution by keeping him cordoned off in the entry and dining room area overnight. He eventually settles into his crate when he is ready.

Picnic loves to chase and retrieve a ball and enjoys a good game of tug of war. While the information provided to me indicates that Picnic is three years old, I suspect he is closer to one year old due to his playful biting and boundless energy. He is a constant companion, often shadowing me around the house, and occasionally stepping in front of me while I walk.

Picnic is a loving and attention-seeking dog who knows the “sit” command about half of the time when prompted with an open hand. However, he still has much to learn. I believe Picnic would thrive as the sole dog in a household with a fenced area that he can access freely. Yesterday, he even mastered using the doggie door!

Picnic requires substantial exercise and would make an excellent running or hiking buddy, or a companion for long walks. He would not fare well being confined to a crate for extended periods during the day or being left alone for long durations. Once Picnic settles down, I believe he could eventually adapt well to having a second dog in the household.