Here is the new baby of the family, but weighing in at more than 90lbs, he is almost as heavy as Dylan and Jayden combined ... lol. When he is in the house, he never leaves his "place". In each room, that he is allowed in, he has a "place mat" that he can sit on. I cna hardly believe how well he listens. When he gets up, I just tell him to go back down and he does. I would recommend TrailRunners K9 Training to everyone!! They get dogs from all over Alberta and Saskatchewan (maybe farther) and train the Police K9 dogs there, as well. They also raise and train hunting dogs. I saw some pups while I was there, SO CUTE ! One of the coolest things for me, was going into a room that housed 20 dogs and NOT EVEN ONE of them was barking.
P.S. - I have not received any compesation for this. In fact, they don't even know that I have a website. I am just that impressed with them!!
Beautiful rottie! My DD had an American rottie named Molly. Molly passed away recently - she was almost 11 years old. She was a beautiful dog and we all loved her very much. You can read about her here: http://www.momontherun.net/remembering-molly-long/
Rob had wanted to take her to the vet to have her put down the day she passed, but my DD was having a lot of Braxton Hicks contractions and wasn't sure if they were the real thing or not. As it turned out, it was false labour and they welcomed their 3rd daughter on Nov. 2nd which took the sting off losing Molly. Their oldest daughter, Sierra who is 5 1/2 still talks about Molly and how much she misses her. My DD still misses her as well. She lost her running partner and when she went out for her 1st run after the baby was born, she cried almost the entire time.
Posted by: Anna/Oma | January 03, 2011 at 08:51 PM
what a gorgeous dog:) best wishes to you and your family in 2011:)
Posted by: kel | January 03, 2011 at 11:31 AM
Congratulations! My rottie was the dog "love of my life"! They are such amazing dogs! Your boys will have a best friend for life!
Posted by: Angela McKay | January 01, 2011 at 10:32 PM
What a cute doggie!
Posted by: Mary Havlovic | January 01, 2011 at 12:56 PM
Beautiful dog you have. Great companion for the kids too. Enjoy him.
Posted by: Mary P | January 01, 2011 at 09:14 AM
Very handsome - and well-behaved to boot! Can't beat that combination. He'll be happy with you and the boys and all of that BIG outdoors! Happy New Year!
Posted by: Pat Jandacek | December 30, 2010 at 03:05 PM
wow! too cute!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! how could you not love a face like that!?!!!!!!!!!!
karen adams
Posted by: karen adams | December 30, 2010 at 06:45 AM
Such a sweet baby! Love his cute face.
How old is he?
I too have a new baby, Got him in Oct, I have not had a male do in quite a while and I forgot how sweet males are.
Enjoy him!
Happy New Year.
Posted by: Heide Dronchi | December 29, 2010 at 09:21 PM
That's one BIG baby! Rip looks quite dashing already. Best wishes to you and your newest addition. May he bring lots of love and joy to your family.
Posted by: Ida | December 29, 2010 at 06:40 PM
Beautiful Rip, hope he will be a wonderful pet and protector. I had one for 8 years, and they can be very protective. Also, because of the big bones, my vet recommended a thick pad for my Stormie to lay on, they will get big callouses on the elbows, if not cushioned. One of the sweetest dogs, I have ever had, and got her at 4 weeks old. Best of luck, with your new friend. hugs to you and boys, Nan
Posted by: Nan Dunbar | December 29, 2010 at 06:28 PM
aaawwwwww so cute
Posted by: susan bender | December 29, 2010 at 04:48 PM
He's just BEAUTIFUL! I hope he brings many happy moments to you and the boys.
Posted by: Jean S | December 29, 2010 at 03:35 PM
I have been a reader of your blog for a long time but I don't that I have ever left a comment. I have been so busy that I haven't been on since the pics of you in a sari so I was so sad and surprised to find that your husband lost his fight with his illness. I hope that you don't find this inappropriate but I am so moved, writing this with tears in my eyes of your strength and your children's strength. I hope that you have a wonderful holiday and a new year filled with peace and love.
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy Vernon | December 29, 2010 at 02:10 PM
Congratulations on your newest family member! He is just adorable! And he looks so lovable!!
Posted by: JeanneP | December 29, 2010 at 12:38 PM
Oh Julie -
What a sweetie, I just love that smiling face. Have fun with him.
Elaine Allen
Posted by: Elaine Allen | December 29, 2010 at 11:30 AM
Awww he's a dogable. Such a loving face. Your dog will bring joy to you and the boys. We have 2 Siberian Huskies who are our Furbabies.
Ter ;)
Posted by: Terri | December 29, 2010 at 11:08 AM
He's very handsome! How many months is he?
Posted by: Holley | December 29, 2010 at 10:32 AM
He's ADORABLE! Enjoy!
Posted by: Cindy | December 29, 2010 at 09:34 AM
Wow he is a big boy, sounds like the training was worth it!
Posted by: Conniecrafter | December 29, 2010 at 09:25 AM
Awww...what a beautiful pooch! Will look forward to seeing more photos as he settles in! Bet the boys are so happy!!! Keep us posted!
Posted by: Patti J. | December 29, 2010 at 09:22 AM
Beautiful dog and I'm sure the kids will enjoy him. Plus you'll feel safe with him in the house.
Posted by: Edna Burgess | December 29, 2010 at 09:01 AM
Congratulations on your new baby he's soooo cute! What a nice way to bring in the New Year, you all deserve it so much... Have Fun with him! Looks like he's smiling:) lol
Posted by: Angela | December 29, 2010 at 07:55 AM
What a beautiful dog! We have had 3 rotties
in the past. Currently have 4 cats as we can't have dogs where we live. Soooooooooo
much miss having a rottie. As previously said they are GREAT dogs! He will give you and the boys alot of love!! Happy New year to all of you!!!
Posted by: Shelia Carter Florida | December 29, 2010 at 07:55 AM
He's absolutely gorgeous! We had a Rot when my boys were young and absolutely loved her. What a great love and protector she was. So happy for you all to add such a wonderful member to your family!
Posted by: Kheila | December 29, 2010 at 07:35 AM
I raised rotties for years. They are very smart. I, too, had one in the house and was able to go anywhere we were. No beds, no couches, etc. You will not find a better pet, yet protector, A wonderful choice for you. It is amazing how devoted they become. I envy you having a new one. I now have King Charles Spaniels and a lab. But, miss my favorite breed.
Posted by: Mo Moss | December 29, 2010 at 07:09 AM
Beautiful new addition to the family!!Sounds like the training was well worth it. Enjoy Him!!
Posted by: Kim Kowal | December 29, 2010 at 06:11 AM
You will so love rotties = they are an amazing, loyal, loving breed. We've had rotties for years (currently have 3; 2 girls 3 & 5 and a baby boy 7 months). Congrats on your new baby!
Posted by: Donna | December 29, 2010 at 05:54 AM
What a DUDE! Congrats on your new four-legged family member ...wishing you many years of enjoyment with him.
Posted by: bonnie weiss | December 29, 2010 at 05:32 AM
Beautiful animal. Good training but I prefer dogs who are free to walk around the place and make it their home just as their owners do. To me this is perfect training for a "professional" animal (like the police dogs) and not for a pet in a home. Just a personal choice I guess. I wish you well and hope you and the boys enjoy and love him very much, you all deserve it!
Posted by: Laura Harvey | December 29, 2010 at 04:51 AM
Congratulations..!! He is sooo cuteee... Big hug from me... :)
Posted by: Shubhangi | December 29, 2010 at 04:36 AM
He is just soooo adorable. Great news with the training…. he's certainly going to be one of the family
Happy New year to you and your family. hoping that 2011 with be a better one for you
Hugs rozzy xx (((hugs)))
Posted by: rozzy | December 29, 2010 at 04:20 AM
He's a pretty baby! Congrats! D :)
Posted by: Diane :) | December 29, 2010 at 04:13 AM