Mico report, 10.08.26
The guy can be a real terror, err, terrier. He chews anything he can reach and with his lanky size, he can reach a lot. The latest is one, always just one, of Nadia’s slippers, a pair she really liked. The lesson learned: never take your eyes off of this guy as he likes chewing everything and anything.
However, Mico’s got some great aspects about him.
He is maddenlingly curious…about every thing, every person, every place. The curiosity leads to sniffing which leads to nibble testing which leads to CHEWING. We have to be constantly on the alert as to what he is up to. He is curious about everythng, so he is exploring all the time and every place and that’s the problem. If you dont see him, you better go find him because he likely is chewing on something he should not. Bring him back to the room and he’s safe again. Well, it means you know what he is chewing on and can control it.
This guy is very aware. Watch his eyes and you will see him watching you with very attentive eyes. He looks like he is taking in information and he likely is, but add a command, and the stubborn terrier personality kicks in. “I’m thinking about it,” “Maybe,” “Let me think about that,” and “That’s interesting” are just a few of the likely thoughts rambling around the little guy’s head. Point a finger adding a command and he usually responds. The responses are at his pace though, not ours.
Better than the doorbell
We can disconnect the door bell as this guy has telepathic powers as to someone coming to the door. Before they can ring the doorbell, he is barking. Ringing the doorbell kicks the volume up and the number of barks increase. Talk to him, and he calms down waiting for the door knocker to enter. And that’s another thing….
Friendliest dog in the neighbourhood
Mico is the friendliest dog in the neighbourhood. He jumps up on people looking for pats on the head. A couple of calming words and he sits. He never growls at anyone or shows any aggression, just simple joy, enthusiasm and friendliness. Great to see with everyone, particularly with kids. Thank goodness he seems to just exude unbridled joy and friendliness. Great personality.
Another positive aspect to his personality is that he does slow down….eventually….in the evening, when we watch TV. He jumps up on the couch by Nadia, stretches out like its his couch and snoozes very comfortably. He only moves if Nadia gets up to go get a drink or for a washroom break. Then, he’s up and at ’em wherever she goes, he’s with her, till she returns to the TV room. Then, he’s back to his couch spot…till next time.
Mr. Curiosity and a real people person…that’s Mico. You move, he moves, but along with you. He just wants to make sure he’s not going to miss out on something.
He really is becoming an outstanding little mini Schnauzer, our little Mico.
