My first post on my first Blog!

Hi there guys!
Allow me to introduce myself:
My name is Newman and I am part St.Bernard and part Rottweiler. So, that makes me either a St.Bernweiler or a St. Rottnard - I like both and let you choose. That's kind of my personality anyways.

I was born sometime early April of 2007 so my dad made it April first. Yeah, he thinks he is a really funny dude.

Today its been 2 weeks since I got adopted by Jay and Cindy from the Oregon Humane Society. I have settled in very nicely and feel
very safe and comfortable.

There even is a cat in the family and we are getting along great.
His name is Kiki and he pretty much rules the neighborhood.

He got a little cranky the first couple of days because I ate his food...
But I know better now and we kissed and made up. Once in a while I let him have a bite from my bowl - hey, how much can a cat eat?

My owners are great too. Jay works from home so we spend a lot of time together and have bonded very well. He definitely is the alpha dog around here.
The first few days I was pretty much glued to his heels and he showed me the house and the great yard behind it.

At night I get to sleep right next to the bed. Jay started to look a little tired in the mornings after taking me out back to potty twice every night, so I decided I can do this myself now. He is very happy with me... I haven't had an accident in the house since last weekend!

I also got to meet all the neighbors and get along with everybody. Especially Tom next door. He used to own big dogs and I love to spend time with him.

But yesterday a guy in a big brown truck and brown shirt and shorts rolled up to the driveway and I didn't know what he was all about. So I gave him a good growl and a couple of barks - he backed up nicely. But then Jay told me he is the UPS guy who comes by here every now and then to deliver or pick up something. Jay also made him give me a treat. Well, I guess he is on the OK list now.

We go on walks every morning and evening and I love it. I am very good on the leash - I was a little afraid of leashes when I got here - but now I know whenever I see the leash it means we are going somewhere fun. I actually come and sit when Jay picks it up so he can hook it up easily.

Some times we go to Starbucks. I have to wait outside for Jay to get his coffee but he always comes back after just a few minutes so I am not worried at all. I met some very nice people there. Some are little ones, human puppies I guess, and Jay taught me to let them pet me. He always makes sure they are gentle with me and I am gentle with them. I also got to visit Cindy's office and everybody was really nice there. When we first got there I had no problem going up the stairs. Coming down was an entirely different story! Eventually Jay gave up and we took the elevator down. Hey, as a 4 1/2 months old puppy I still get my way sometimes...

Yesterday I got to go to the dog park the first time. My Doctor said it's OK because I had all my shots a few days back. He also says I put on 5 pounds in 6 days and should grow to around 150 pounds in time - I am not sure why, but most people get a silly look on their face when they hear that.....
The dog park was just great - I made a lot of new friends - big and small - and can't wait to romp around there again soon.
Jay says we'll do it at least twice a week.

He also takes me out to play at least twice a day. My favorite toy is the squeaky ball Cindy brought me home the other day. We play fetch with it and I have learned to sit, get it, come, bring and shake. I guess I am a very smart dog.

When Cindy comes home from work she sometimes brings me a new toy or treat and we always play for a while. Girls are fun to play with!

She comes along on the evening walks too. Sometimes even the cat follows us for a block or two.

I also get to ride in the big truck. That's fun because we always go somewhere fun and interesting. I am still a little clumsy on my feet so its easier to just lay down on the blankie in the back and munch on a pig ear... There is also a step box so I can get in and out easy.

Well, thats it for today. I have to get online to research some puppy training courses and also order some treats for me and Kiki.


Ruff for now!
Newman