The Social Corner

Hi Friends!

I wanted to introduce my puppy, PJ, adopted on January 1. (It makes for an easy "Gotcha-Day" to remember!)

His DNA results will arrive any day now. Any guesses as to his breed(s) and how big this guy will get? This picture was taken over the weekend. He's  estimated to be 18 weeks old , and weighed 37 lbs. on Monday!

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Irene Chansawang
Maddie's Fund
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Hmmm, I'm going to guess he'll get to 60 lbs and he's part Rottweiler, German Sheppherd and Lab.

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Shelly Thompson
Director of Operations
Maddie's Fund
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Rotti, GSD, Vizsla, Terrier and 2 percent Schnauzer #thankstomaddie ​

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Bobby Mann
Maddie's Human Animal Support Services Pilot Director
American Pets Alive
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-02-2022 01:55 PM
From: Shelly Thompson
Subject: Meet PJ!

Hmmm, I'm going to guess he'll get to 60 lbs and he's part Rottweiler, German Sheppherd and Lab.

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Shelly Thompson
Director of Operations
Maddie's Fund
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Irene he's so cute! 

I'm guessing mostly Rottweiler and Doberman?? But Shelly may be on to something with the Lab mix, he has some Lab features.

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Kelly Clardy
Maddie's Fund
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-02-2022 01:55 PM
From: Shelly Thompson
Subject: Meet PJ!

Hmmm, I'm going to guess he'll get to 60 lbs and he's part Rottweiler, German Sheppherd and Lab.

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Shelly Thompson
Director of Operations
Maddie's Fund
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i'm gonna throw Basenji in there for the fun of it :)

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Thank you all for all you do!

Amber Freiwald
Maddie's Fund
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Alright, the Wisdom Panel results are in! Thanks for everyone's  great guesses. Rottweiler was most obvious, but they identified 12 other breeds.

Most important is that he's loved and settling into his new life. He completed all six weeks of Puppy Stars training, and although still bites EVERYTHING, he learned his recall command. It came in super handy when he and another dog ran out the door one day. I may lose some daily battles of destroyed items, but I've won the war knowing he returns at the sound of my voice!

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Irene Chansawang
Maddie's Fund
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WOW! That is quite the combo of breeds! In the end, PJ's all cuteness!

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Shelly Thompson
Director of Operations
Maddie's Fund
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-18-2022 11:18 AM
From: Irene Chansawang
Subject: Meet PJ!

Alright, the Wisdom Panel results are in! Thanks for everyone's  great guesses. Rottweiler was most obvious, but they identified 12 other breeds.

Most important is that he's loved and settling into his new life. He completed all six weeks of Puppy Stars training, and although still bites EVERYTHING, he learned his recall command. It came in super handy when he and another dog ran out the door one day. I may lose some daily battles of destroyed items, but I've won the war knowing he returns at the sound of my voice!

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Irene Chansawang
Maddie's Fund
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So a tad bit of Pug for good measure; ​

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Sharon Fletcher
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-18-2022 11:18 AM
From: Irene Chansawang
Subject: Meet PJ!

Alright, the Wisdom Panel results are in! Thanks for everyone's  great guesses. Rottweiler was most obvious, but they identified 12 other breeds.

Most important is that he's loved and settling into his new life. He completed all six weeks of Puppy Stars training, and although still bites EVERYTHING, he learned his recall command. It came in super handy when he and another dog ran out the door one day. I may lose some daily battles of destroyed items, but I've won the war knowing he returns at the sound of my voice!

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Irene Chansawang
Maddie's Fund
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True, Sharon. 

I was pretty disappointed to see just 1% companion, but it makes a lot of sense. I also lose the daily battles for affection.

I forgot to mention that his ideal weight is anywhere between 50-80 lbs!

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Irene Chansawang
Maddie's Fund
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-24-2022 07:39 AM
From: Sharon Fletcher
Subject: Meet PJ!

So a tad bit of Pug for good measure; ​

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Sharon Fletcher
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-18-2022 11:18 AM
From: Irene Chansawang
Subject: Meet PJ!

Alright, the Wisdom Panel results are in! Thanks for everyone's  great guesses. Rottweiler was most obvious, but they identified 12 other breeds.

Most important is that he's loved and settling into his new life. He completed all six weeks of Puppy Stars training, and although still bites EVERYTHING, he learned his recall command. It came in super handy when he and another dog ran out the door one day. I may lose some daily battles of destroyed items, but I've won the war knowing he returns at the sound of my voice!

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Irene Chansawang
Maddie's Fund

Hi Irene,

That is quite a combination to work with!!  

Great job proofing his recall from the sounds of things.

I can relate to the daily battles piece, particularly when you add in other people in the home who don't necessarily follow direction when it comes to having a puppy at home...lol.

Best of luck.  He looks like a real cutie.

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Kathy Duncan
Humane Canada
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-18-2022 11:18 AM
From: Irene Chansawang
Subject: Meet PJ!

Alright, the Wisdom Panel results are in! Thanks for everyone's  great guesses. Rottweiler was most obvious, but they identified 12 other breeds.

Most important is that he's loved and settling into his new life. He completed all six weeks of Puppy Stars training, and although still bites EVERYTHING, he learned his recall command. It came in super handy when he and another dog ran out the door one day. I may lose some daily battles of destroyed items, but I've won the war knowing he returns at the sound of my voice!

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Irene Chansawang
Maddie's Fund
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