Transitioning

I had my two young grandchildren here with me over the Christmas holiday. Little Joe has never been around little people (Champ is an old hand at it now), and we were not quite sure how Joe would adapt to them. He is not in favor of fast moves and surprises, and my two little ones are famous for that. At first, Joe would just sit on my lap, growl at them and not let them near him. It did not take long though for them to win him over. He began to let them pet him and give him kisses, and he even was returning those kisses.While they are not the best of friends yet, it has begun. He figured out that they are a great source of snacks he does not normally get! Joe began to run and play with them. He even curled up and slept with my granddaughter.

Mini Aussies love to run and play, and with patience and time, they adapt easily. Since Joe is not used to being around children, this was a big step for him. I don't think it will be very long at all before they are the best of buddies. After all, he does have Champ to show him just how good it can be. When he gets to snuggle with my grandchildren, maybe I can have my side of the bed back!