Meet Merit

Merit is our pet dog.  He is a Purebred Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie).  We purchased him from a breeder who had high hopes for him to be a show dog.  He grew too tall so could not compete so we were able to obtain him as a pet.  We love him, although he does have several really annoying quirks.  He is afraid of everything. 

We have worked almost two years to help him adjust to the world, but he just isn't happy with noise, men, anyone carrying parcels or anything for that sake.  I watched an episode of Dog Whisperer where he said he would rather train a mean and vicious dog than a scared shy dog.  Wow, that doesn't give me much hope. 

He has progressed, but don't get me wrong because we love him.  I just wish I could make his world a little less stressful.  Here are some fun pictures of him.  Look at that cute face, he isn't too happy about posing.  He has dark eyes, so they don't show up in the photos which gives him a bear look.

I love Car Rides and Treats

Tiger is giving Merit his morning Tail Hug.

Are you sure I am supposed to sit in the flower Beds?

Love my ball.

I Love Snow