Thank you. Finnigan is actually exactly what we wanted when we set out looking for a blue merle Cardigan. We wanted one blue eye, not too much pink on the nose and we wanted him to have some larger black patches rather than all tiny black speckles. That was our ideal cardi but we knew odds were that is not what we would get. When he was born we knew he was our favorite and when his eyes opened to reveal one blue one we were thrilled. We love him we're lucky to have ended up with him. I have to remind myself of that when he's being a brat. :)

When I got home from work yesterday one of Finn's ears looked like it was trying to stand. It's kind of sticking out sideways but the outer edge is folding so I think we are still going to tape to avoide any creases forming. I don't even know if that is possible but all of th breeders I've talked to seem to believe it is so why take the chance. We've never had to tape a dog's ears so this will be an interesting experience. :)

My fiance's family has a Pembroke and he doesn't like Finn at all or any other dogs for that matter. Finn likes other dogs and people and you can tell he is more focused on his people than their Pembroke is. I like both breeds but I think I am more partial to the Cardigan. Finnigan learned come, sit, wait, down, shake and roll over all in a week's time. The fact that he "can't" learn not to hold the leash or the drop it command in general tells me the problem is more him not "wanting" to do it. Maybe I'll try your method and give him a command to hold the leash. That's a good idea!

I've never known a cat to be that gentle or one to be trusted with small animals. Dusty sounds like a great cat! :)