Melody Snelson, Virginia

(Maline aka Zeta is from the M litter)

Hi Carrie. I just thought I would let you know that Zeta had a wonderful first week as a Snelson. She has adjusted really well to our family and we are enjoying her so much! Our daughters have started setting their alarm clocks 30 minutes early in the morning so they can spend some time playing with her before school. Our married son who lives in the area, came by several times last week just to get to play with her and our other son, who is at Virginia Tech, is making a special trip home this weekend so that he can meet her. She certainly gets no shortage of attention here!
Her house training is going well. She actually whined yesterday to be taken outside when she had to go. Obviously, we still keep a close eye on her for the signs and take her out very often, but she is beginning to understand what we want her to do.
She has spent a lot of time trying to make friends with our two cats, which has been really entertaining. Sally, the one in the picture, is starting to warm up to her a little. Well, she is letting her curiosity get the better of her and she is allowing Zeta to get closer to her from time to time. Scooter, our other cat, has made every effort not to let his feet hit the floor since Zeta arrived. He merely observes her from as high a perch as he can find.
Zeta is fascinated with our chickens. She bounds across the yard after them, but when they stop and look at her, she puts on the brakes. Apparently, the thrill is in the chase "“ not in the capture.
She goes back to the vet tomorrow for her next set of shots. I am interested to see how much she weighs now "“ she is getting big so fast!!!
I hope all is well with you and your family!