Bellegrace's Blue Timber Wolf, HIC, HCT1, CGC, TDI

Springtime!

2010-05-27T06:10:00.000-07:00

Laying out in the cool grass with Lady and watching over the property......

It doesn't get much better than this!

Even more big snow!

2010-02-09T05:20:00.000-08:00

Hard to believe, but we got almost 30" of snow, and the drifts are 3 to 4 feet deep!

I love it! You can't walk in it though, you have to jump around.

Or, you could just lay in it and survey the scenery for a while. Nice, very nice.

Merry Christmas !!!

2009-12-25T06:09:00.000-08:00

From our family to yours.....

MERRY CHRISTMAS !!

An Indian Summer Day in December

2009-12-14T10:07:00.000-08:00

Oh boy, a sunny mild December day---time to get out and play some ball!

OK Mom, I'm ready! Mom......?

How about both Lady and I with our balls? Bet you can't resist that one!

Mom was so nice to us, she played ball with us 3 times before lunch time. Thanks Mom!

SNOW!!

2009-12-06T12:56:00.001-08:00

Oh boy! I remember this stuff---it's SNOW!

Yup, tastes just like I remember it. Nice and cold too. And plenty enough to play in!

And this year I have Lady to share it with. But of course since I'm bigger, I get the snowballs that dad throws first. Move over please, Miss Lady.

Yahoooo, this is really fun.

Whatcha want to do next Lady? How about a game of chase?

Yessir, we are lovin' this!

Hope we have lots of this beautiful snow this year.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

2009-11-24T08:25:00.001-08:00

Mr. Wolf and his little sister Lady (and our family) want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!!

As we prepare for this holiday season, we give thanks for all of God's blessings in our lives!

Enjoying Fall

2009-11-10T16:45:00.000-08:00

Summer's gone, and Wolf has been enjoying the beautiful Fall weather.

Yesterday he got to chase a woodchuck up a tree (yes, they can climb trees---especially with a 110 lb. dog after them!)

It's a good thing :)

ISSDC NE Fall Shiloh Specialty

2009-11-04T12:49:00.000-08:00

Friday we all went up to New York to go to our club's NE Specialty Show----it was so much fun! They had it in a big State Park.

Mom took me in the ring, the judge was very nice and gave me a blue ribbon and a rosette to take home.

Lady watched while I did my best to make mom proud.

Mom insisted on taking this picture of my ribbons and rosettes ---I had nothing to do with this--as you can see I was fast asleep.

There were lots of fun things to do besides just Conformation---Rally-O, Shiloh games, Temperament Tests, a howling contest, and oh yeah---I earned my Therapy Dog International (TDI)! This resulted in both mom & dad wearing huge smiles the rest of the trip. And getting to sleep on the motel bed was a real treat!

Little sister Lady also went in for the 3-6 month puppy class. She came away with 2 second place ribbons---not bad for a newbie.

Here she is resting after her wins.

I really enjoyed seeing all my Shiloh buddies and meeting new ones. Lady and I slept all the way back home, zzzzzzzzzzzzzz.

Looking forward to the next event----Herding Trials this weekend---Can't wait to cheer all my fellow Shiloh friends on!

This is Okay!

2009-10-25T11:09:00.001-07:00

I love playing on my back porch, chewing my bone and watching mom while she reads or enjoys the day.

Mom plays with me of course, but she has other things to do besides give me attention 24/7. But now....now that Lady is here, I have someone to play with all the time!

Of course she does bite me, take my bone away and pester me when I don't feel like playing....

.....but it IS fun to be chased, admired and adored by another Shiloh.

Mom says Lady looks up to me and wants to follow in my footsteps.

And, you gotta admit, she is pretty cute, eh?

Wolf gets a little "sister"

2009-10-21T10:22:00.000-07:00

Wolf would like to introduce his new "sister"----My Lady Lemon of Crossroad (Lady). She'll be 5 months old in a few days, and she is a silver and cream sable Shiloh Shepherd. Also, she is a plush coat, while Wolf is a smooth coat. She is out of the Kisla/Odin 09 litter. Lady and Wolf seemed to hit it off right away, they started playing within seconds of meeting one another.

At first Wolf probably thought that she would be going back where she came from, but now he realizes she's here to stay.

Even though she takes his bones, his toys, his car seat and even his bed, he has accepted her with much patience and lots of play time!

They like doing things together, and Wolf enjoys showing Lady how to be a good Shiloh citizen.

It looks like they will be close friends :)

This has been a very exciting time for all of us!

Even more fun stuff coming!

2009-09-17T10:09:00.000-07:00

I just found out that more fun is in store for us with our Shiloh friends.....

...... things like 2 picnics (where we get to run free together and play and chase one another to our hearts content, and have games and eat lots of goodies)

........and the Herding Trial (look out you silly woolies!)

.... and even a big dog show in New York, where we get to be in a motel again and watch all the Shilohs strut their stuff!

Wow, I'll have a lot to report on in the next couple months. Stay tuned :)

Buzzards!

2009-09-11T13:40:00.000-07:00

Something new came into my yard the other day----buzzards!

There were 3 of them, and boy were they big! Mom sent me out after them and it was so much fun. They wait a long time before they fly off, so I got a real good look at them.

I think I'll wait around and see if mom needs me to chase any more of them away.

Front Porch Sittin'

2009-09-04T06:49:00.000-07:00

I love sitting on our front porch. There always seems to be a cool breeze blowing, and I can watch folks going by on their bikes or walking their dogs.

Mom sits out there with me and has her coffee in the morning. Later on she reads while I chew on my bone. She gave me my own rug to lie on. It's one of my most favorite places to be.

Dog Days of August event

2009-08-31T06:42:00.000-07:00

Up and at 'em! Time to head out everyone.

We're going to the "Dog Days of August" event today.

What should we do first?

Oh boy, here's my good friends Mr. Bob and Bella. She's going to try the Rally-O course.

Hey, it's Argus----I remember you. Let's sniff to make sure.

We had a Shiloh booth at the event, so folks could find out about us Shilohs. I met this boy there, he was nice and wanted to hang out with us.

I'm waiting for my turn at agility. There was a long line because this was a very popular thing.

They also had herding, disc dog, Rally-O, testings, seminars, and we got to watch greyhounds chase "lures" in a big field. They had all kinds of dog games and contests too. Plus, they had different dog breed booths with lots of information and stuff for sale. Oh yeah, they had lots of food too!

The "dog walk". I remember this from my agility classes. Piece of cake.

"Weave poles", a little harder because I'm a big dog, but mom helped me out.

"Jumps", I like these----woooo-hoooo!

A kind lady gave me a nice bucket of cold water when I was done.

They had so many activities that I didn't get to see them all! And every kind of dog you could imagine came to this event. It was so much fun, and mom said I was a very, very good boy!

more fun coming soon at Keepstone.....

2009-08-21T12:54:00.000-07:00

Well, I took my 4th herding lesson at Keepstone Farms and I had a lot of fun. I'm starting to really get the hang of it, I think.

I think the sheep are pretty silly, but I do enjoy moving them around.

Next Saturday there is going to be a huge event at Keepstone called "Dog Days in August". There will be all kinds of dogs there, and a lot of opportunities to watch or participate in doggy activities like: herding, frisbee, Rally-O, agility, tracking, seminars, games, demonstrations and contests. Shilohs will have a booth there also, to educate folks about our breed. Oh boy!

Wolf maturing

2009-07-25T06:19:00.000-07:00

Mom says that when I was younger I was a real handful (whatever that means).

All I know is, now she is always telling me what a good boy I am, and that makes me so happy!

I guess that's all part of growing up....finding out that it's more fun to please the ones you love than to just do whatever you want. Of course, both my grandma's were always available to help and guide my mom in training me.

Pretty neat---everyone's happier, including me.

A few of my favorite things......and not so favorite

2009-07-24T15:08:00.001-07:00

The summer is more than half over already. Lazing around, I was thinking of some of my favorite things.....

....such as being with my humans, a good game of "chuck-it", freeze-dried duck (Yum!), playing with my girlfriend (Yellow Lab) Bailey, going to Shiloh events and shows, playing with the woolies, keeping our 6 acres deer and woodchuck free, little tastes of dad's whipped cream, laying on the A/C vent, going for car rides, helping mom "tractor", chewing my Nylabone on the porch while mom sips her coffee........

Then I was thinking of my not so favorite things like going to the vet, the crate (still don't like it at all!), really bad thunderstorms.

Seems the good things far outweigh the bad.

Maybe that's why I always have a smile on my face.

Woolie Lesson #3

2009-07-20T11:08:00.000-07:00

Good morning! I'm up bright and early so I can go play with the woolies today. This will be my third herding lesson and I can hardly wait!

C'mon guys----we're burning daylight.

We didn't get any photos of me herding, but this is Tuck, he's a smooth coat like me. He's famous for his herding, and he has a lot of titles. Look how big that one woolie is!

Here I am resting with my good friend Bella Breeze, while we wait for our turn. She's a plush (long) coat. Isn't she pretty?

I had to miss some lessons this year, so when it was my turn I got a little rambuctious with the sheep. I forgot that I had a job to do, and that I wasn't allowed to just chase the sheep or nip at them. My instructor was very patient, but I did need to get a few "reminders" on how to properly herd. I did finally settle down.

After my lesson I was so hot and tired that I lay down in the big water trough----boy did that feel good!

Can't wait for the next lesson.

Made in America

2009-07-13T11:30:00.000-07:00

Wolf showing his patriotic side----

(Unfortunately, the flag wasn't really cooperating.)

Birthday Boy

2009-07-03T07:27:00.000-07:00

July 1st was my birthday---I turned 2 years old.

I had a great day, with lots of fun & treats, but best of all--- I spent the whole day with my humans!

Off Duty

2009-06-29T11:58:00.000-07:00

Dad's back home and I have to say I'm relieved. I took my "on duty" job so seriously that I would wake up in the middle of the night barking. Mom was not amused.

Now I can go back to being my regular, happy self---YAY!

Yard guard

2009-06-25T06:28:00.000-07:00

My human dad needed to go somewhere for a few days and he put me in charge of taking care of mom.

Here I am in my best "nobody gets past me" pose. This goes for chipmunks and birds too!

Mom says I'm such a good boy.

2 steps

2009-06-21T10:20:00.001-07:00

Mom really liked this picture......

......because I needed to use 2 steps to sit on the front porch comfortably.

What a hoot!

Sunny Day

2009-06-13T07:43:00.001-07:00

This year has been a very wet one so far---lots of rain and thunderstorms. The mushrooms and frogs love it, but not me. The other day was a beautiful sunny late Spring day, so I made the most of it. I found out recently that frisbees can be fun!

But I always go back to my favorite---the little yellow tennis ball. What a sweet life!

Dog (show) Days

2009-06-05T10:42:00.000-07:00

There was a Shiloh Shepherd Dog Show in Brookville PA. and I got to go!

We rented a motel room and I got my very own bed (don't try this at home though, you'll just get into t-r-o-u-b-l-e).

Here I am giving Mom my best show dog "stack". Unfortunately, we were only watching the show, not actually in the ring at the time. I did get to enter the "Companion Class" and all of us won a very nice white rosette. We got to cheer on all our Shiloh friends and their owners, and we met some wonderful new friends also. The weather was really nice and we enjoyed our time there.

But the best part of all was getting to see my "Grandma's". Here I am with my Grandma Dawn---I just love her so much! I tried to climb onto her lap, like when I was a baby---but I didn't fit anymore. She owns my mother, Sera.

And here I am with my Grandma Rhonda, giving her my sweetest kiss. I love her too! She owns my papa, Konrad.

Can't wait until the next show or Shiloh event! I'll keep you posted.

HAPPY MOTHER"S DAY

2009-05-10T05:55:00.000-07:00

Wolf wants to wish everyone a Happy Mother's Day !!

SE Regional Picnic

2009-04-22T07:49:00.000-07:00

Today's the day for the International Shiloh Shepherd Club's SE Regional picnic. Lots of food, fun and games too. Yipppeee!

We get to run free all day on 10 fenced acres! Like a dream come true for us Shilohs.

And we're off----Shilohs everywhere, at least 20 of us! Boys, girls and puppies too...all getting along and having a blast.

Oh my, a kiss from a dark and lovely girl at the watering hole..

Let's go boys! Last one up the hill is a rotten egg.

Just a quick nap and I'll be right with you again.

Here I come. The weather is beautiful and everyone is so nice. Wait for me guys!

Wanna play "chuck-it"?

I'm soooo tired. Is it possible to sleep standing up?

Okay, one more time----whoo-hooo!!

What a fun time. Can't wait for the next picnic in the fall.

SE Region Picnic

2009-04-13T08:44:00.001-07:00

Oh boy, in 5 more days I get to go to our Southeast Region Shiloh Picnic.

There will be a lot of my Shiloh buddies there to play with, and lots of food and games.
I'll be reporting on it when we get back. Maybe I'll even get to taste some hot dogs on the grill!

Green Grass and Flowers!

2009-04-09T12:42:00.000-07:00

Yellow Forsythia, green grass, daffodils,

Birds singing, mowers mowing, the smell of critters moving around,

Gentle breezes, open windows, hanging out on the porches,

I love Spring!

Herding Lesson #2

2009-03-23T07:53:00.001-07:00

Oh boy, my 2nd herding lesson .

I remember this lady---her name is Susan Rhoades and she's my trainer. She's nice!

Here we go. Look Ma, no leash!

Can you tell that I'm enjoying this?

Ok----I want THAT one.

It's fun to watch the other dogs herd, too.

Oh no you don't! Come back here sheepies.

All done for today. I am kinda tired out.

Good Boy Wolf!!

Spring is in the air !!

2009-03-20T12:29:00.000-07:00

Spring is almost here! The grass is turning green and we saw a robin and a woodchuck.

The air is still cool, but I like it like that.

Makes me want to run and play!

Now a little break from the activities.

Did someone say ball??

Here I am with my 14 year old friend Zac, who is throwing the tennis ball for me (you have to look closely to see it----follow my gaze).

Yup, Spring is just around the corner!

Fun at Pawsabilities

2009-03-16T07:47:00.000-07:00

We spent Saturday in Harrisburg, PA. at the "Pawsabilites" show.

I had a great time with my other Shiloh buddies Willow and Adirondak. We had a Shiloh booth, and tried to be good ambassadors for our breed.

I met a lot of people and some incredible looking dogs----including 2 Great Danes that I had to look up to (I'm not used to that!).

Most folks who saw me thought I was an over-sized German Shepherd Dog, which gave Mom a chance to help educate them about Shiloh Shepherds.

After all the excitement and activity, I slept all the way home without a peep. Good time!

HERDING LESSONS

2009-03-10T11:41:00.000-07:00

Well, today's the day I get to take some actual lessons on how to herd these sheepies.

Dad and I check out the pen.

Gotta wait my turn. If I do well, I won't let it go to my (already big) head.

I want the one with the blue spot on it!

Yep, this is definitely something I like to do. This time the instructor just let me have fun---next time we'll learn some control.

Mom's Favorite Picture

2009-03-03T08:00:00.001-08:00

Mom says she loves this shot of me......

Why is it that the first thing a Shiloh does when he gets out in the snow is to make sure he gets some on his nose?

Blizzard of 2009

2009-03-03T06:57:00.000-08:00

It's here, it's finally here ! Six inches of white, wonderful snow.

Nice, very nice.

Yippeee, whoo-hoo, can't get enough of it. (Mom got so excited, she accidently put this picture in twice and can't figure out how to delete it.)

Gotta rest a minute.

Yahoo! This is the life.

Winter Dreams of Woolies

2009-02-28T08:43:00.000-08:00

It may appear that I am sleeping---but I assure you I'm not.

Nope, see--- I was just resting my eyes.

Actually, I've been just hangin' around day-dreaming.............

..... because one week from today I get to take herding lessons. Yipee---woolies.

Mom says I have to listen up real good and do what the instuctor says so I can continue to play with the sheep. Also, I'd like to get the 2nd leg of my Herding Capability Test. After that---more woolies!

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day !!

2009-02-13T06:09:00.000-08:00

Just Because.....

2009-02-07T12:43:00.000-08:00

Mom says she's posting these new pictures of me just because. I wonder if that'll get me a yummy? A car ride? A walk in the park?

Ice is Not Nice

2009-02-02T07:03:00.001-08:00

I think I'll hang out inside for a while. We had sleet and ice and I found out it's not like snow.

Mom says it's fun to slide around when you do it on purpose---like going ice skating. But it's not fun when you don't intend to slide. Even though I have 4 legs, it was really hard to walk. I'm back to wishing for Spring to hurry up and come!

Real Snow This Time

2009-01-27T12:24:00.000-08:00

Yay, my ball is frozen.

We're having a snow day and it's so much fun, even the schools got closed.
We might even get some more tonight .

Today we got almost 2 inches of this wonderful white stuff, I'm so glad we don't live in Florida.

My, How We've Grown !

2009-01-23T09:40:00.000-08:00

Same dog. Same staircase. Wolf at 13 weeks.

Wolf at 18 months.

Sometimes it's just fun to just look back and see how much growth there has been.

Don't laugh...

2009-01-20T12:22:00.000-08:00

Come on guys---time to wake up---it snowed again this morning!

(Wolf waiting patiently) Hurry Mom, before it melts!

Oh well, Mom says there is still plenty of time left this winter for some real snow. I know it doesn't look like much---but we all have to work with what we have, right?

Even "puny" snow is better than no snow. Maybe next time?

SNOW----(sort of)

2009-01-15T09:52:00.000-08:00

hey---where'd it all go?

Well, it may be only a dusting, but it's white and cold and I love it. See, I even managed to get some on my nose---Shiloh-style. Yay for snow!

How About This?

2009-01-13T12:13:00.000-08:00

Hey, I figure that if I wear my Rally-O scarf, someone will take me to class soon. Sounds good to me!

Come On Spring

2009-01-12T10:01:00.000-08:00

One thing I am learning....it's not as much fun around here in January as it is in the Spring, Summer and Fall (of course, Christmas is fun!). We don't get much snow here, so I don't really get to go play in the snow much. And I can't follow the tractor around the yard, or play as much "chuck-it" as I want. There are no Shiloh events or dog shows, or picnics either! Sigh. So I say----Come on Spring---I can hardly wait for you!

Woolies

2009-01-08T12:12:00.000-08:00

Here is a picture of me earlier this summer during my Herding Capability Test. There were actually 3 sheep in the pen, but I particularly liked this one. Shilohs are a Herding breed, so I was doing what comes naturally for us. The only way to advance though, are some lessons. More chances to play with the woolies---yay.

Pawsability

2009-01-05T09:41:00.000-08:00

We are going to attend a doggie event called "Pawsability" on March 14th. It's in Pennsylvania and it sounds like it'll be a blast. They have things like dog olympics, rally-o, agility try-outs, dog parades, "Dock Dog" demonstrations and many other good things to see and do. It's to make the public aware of service dogs, and it's a fundraiser too. Many Shilohs will be there too, along with all kinds of dogs. Oh boy!

Happy New Year !

2008-12-28T12:07:00.001-08:00

2009 looks like it may be a very fun and busy year for us! There are a lot of "Shiloh Events" to go to with our local chapter, and I can't wait to get together with all my old friends and make new friends too. I'm looking forward to being able to go to a few dog shows this year again, and cheer on all my buddies as they strut their stuff. And it'll be great to watch all the new puppies grow and join in on all the fun. In the meantime we want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas !

2008-12-24T09:58:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas from John, Myra & Wolf. May you know the joy and light of His love! Blessings from our house to yours.

8 more days.....

2008-12-17T06:41:00.001-08:00

Here's me showing Dad what a good, sweet, loving, grateful boy I am! Only 8 more days to Christmas----whooo hooo!

2008-12-14T07:04:00.000-08:00

11 more days til Christmas! I don't know what I'm getting, but I know what I won't be getting.......rawhide bones (I chew too hard), baby brother or sister (still working on that one), a few sheep to herd, a big steak---look, I'm being cute for you and everything. How could anyone deny this face?

Countdown to Christmas!

2008-12-05T11:30:00.000-08:00

Only 20 more days until Christmas! This year has gone by so fast, filled with God's blessings and grace. Can't wait to check out what's under the Christmas tree for a good boy!

17 month old update

2008-12-03T12:24:00.000-08:00

Well, I'm 17 months old now, and a few things have changed so I thought an update might be good. My full name is now officially

"Bellegrace's Blue Timber Wolf, CGC, HCT1". Whew! That's because I passed my AKC Canine Good Citizen Test and also passed my first leg of the herding capability test. Mostly this shows that I am a good boy in public and I like herding sheep! I'll need some lessons to get my second leg, maybe in the spring. I have also grown a little more---I am 29 1/2" tall at the withers and 112 lbs. Still have some growing to do before I'm done. I'm looking forward to taking Rally-O classes this spring, I've heard that they're challenging and fun. As you can tell by the look on my face----I sure do love fun!!

I'm a Canine Good Citizen!

2008-11-02T11:16:00.000-08:00

Today I passed my AKC Canine Good Citizen Test! My mom was so happy, she gave me some special liver treats-----yum.

2008-10-29T13:50:00.000-07:00

Here I am out in our yard enjoying the beautiful day. A couple of days ago, I got nose to nose with a woodchuck! I must have surprised him or something, because they usually run away as soon as they see me coming. He puffed himself up and made clacking noises at me (I didn't know they could do that!). Then he lunged at me, and I lunged at him, but we never actually bit each other---what fun! He finally ran into the woods. Ain't life grand!

How I got my name

2008-10-23T11:22:00.000-07:00

When my "human" mom was just a girl, she used to read stories about collies from the author Albert Payson Terhune (actually, she still re-reads them every few years). He owned these wonderful dogs and wrote about them. The titles of the books were mostly their names---"Lad", "Bruce", "Treve", "Gray Dawn", "Buff" and....you guessed it --"Wolf"! Mom always wanted a dog named Wolf. Then she found me, and what can I say---it fit. Pretty neat.

Wolf speaks

2008-10-21T14:13:00.000-07:00

Well, up until now, my mom has been nice enough to tell you all about me. I really do appreciate that, but I figure I'll take over from now on and give you my point of view! Here is a picture of us, taken when I was only 10 months old (earlier this summer). You can see I'm a pretty big guy, and I'm still growing. Even though my hair is short, I prefer the colder weather. Mom says she's going to get me a plastic swimming pool for next summer's heat. Sounds good to me! My very favorite thing to do is to hang out with my people. I pretty much don't care what they are doing, as long as they let me do it with them.

Wolf takes classes

2008-10-13T10:10:00.000-07:00

Wolf is a very alert and active boy, so we do what we can to keep him busy and challenged. He's been to Puppy classes, Basic Obedience, Intermediate Obedience, Basic Agility (twice!) and is now going to a class to help him pass the Canine Good Citizen test. He loves attending various Shiloh events and shows, and going for long rides in the car. He keeps the deer and woodchucks from overrunning our property, and loves to play "chuck it" with tennis balls. When we can, we take him for long walks at the neighborhood park, and he enjoys running alongside me when I mow on my zero-turn tractor. Next month we'll be particpating in a herding event, and maybe in the spring we'll look at Rally-O classes. All of this is good for both of us, because I really enjoy being with Mr. Wolf (and I can always use the exercise!).

Baby Wolf

2008-10-09T09:57:00.000-07:00

Here is a picture of Wolf at 12 weeks old, a couple days before we brought him home. Look at those eyes! When I first saw pictures of Wolf on Bellegrace's website, I knew that this boy was for us . He still has that same penetrating look today--- the "look of eagles".

Wolf is ready at the drop of a hat to do anything with us, yet he's also happy to lay down at our feet if we want to relax. Because he is a smooth coat Shiloh (as opposed to a plush coat), he is very easy to brush and take care of, kind of a "wash and go" dog. Cute, huh?

more Wolf

2008-10-08T12:16:00.000-07:00

Wolf does everything 110 percent. He plays hard/sleeps hard/eats alot and is a ball of energy and fun! He sometimes gets into mischief, like shredding toilet paper or grabbing something off the coffee table and playing "catch me if you can". He is still a puppy though (Shilohs take 2-3 years to fully mature), so I try to be patient and laugh when I can. He is so smart it's amazing, and learns very quickly. We actually have to spell things around him, and he doesn't just know words---he understands sentences!! He is also very intuitive, and is very quick to read our voices or faces. And nothing makes him happier than when he knows he's done something that pleases us. Shiloh Shepherds are an incredible breed!

About Wolf

2008-10-08T11:11:00.000-07:00

Bellegrace's Blue Timber Wolf is my Shiloh Shepherd. He was born July 1, 2007. He is a Light Golden Sable smooth coat, and is from the Sera/Konrad '07 litter from Bellegrace Shilohs in Pennsylvania. Wolf has done obedience training, agility, some herding and loves to help me as I "tractor" our 6 acres. He is loyal, protective, fun-loving and sweet to his friends and family. He loves going for car rides and playing with other dogs, especially his best pals Ranger(a white GSD), and Buddy (a miniature Dachshund). He still has some more growing to do, but at his current age (15 months) he is 29" tall at the shoulder and weighs 111 lbs. We got Wolf when he was 12 weeks old and weighed 31 lbs. Big even then! Wolf is a wonderful companion to us and is always trying to out-think us...he keeps us on our toes. He can be a big silly goof, but don't let that fool you---I have no doubt that he would lay down his life for us if necessary. Wolf is the best dog in the world and we love him!