Thanks to everyone who left me a happy birthday message. The weather today in S.Yorks is bright and frosty - ideal dog walking weather. I am thrilled that Rocky is now staying at my side under stay command and hand signal for longer and longer periods. How frustrating is it however when I am out with my better half (husband - not dog) and he insists on overriding. Rocky is my sons dog who I have for long periods. I would love a dog of my own - circumstances working commitments tho preveny this so I have to take what I can get - some say I have the best deal. Certainly the long walks are good for weight loss - the problem is - when I am out with the dog I dont know when 2 come home! Happy New Year Lynn