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Camper Update:  Here is what Alpine's camper had to say:

 *  Alpine is learning to go to his crate, go around a cone and step up on a pedestal.
 *  Alpine likes to sit in my lap.
 *  He is always alert and ready to go.
 *  He is very alert to strangers and people walking by, moving things like bikes and strollers.
 *  Alpine is good at walking by my side and not going ahead. He's good at turning when we are walking

Alpine is one lucky pup!  He is attending Camp Doglando! This is a fabulous camp where kids, train shelter dogs to get them ready for their new homes.

They will learn loose leash walking, sit, stay, down and many other things!  This the fifth year that dogs from PRBJ have gone to Camp Doglando and it is amazing how much they learn in a short period of time! 

Judy pulled beautiful Alpine from a high kill shelter.  He is very energetic, but considering he is still a puppy that is normal.  He loves to run and play and would be a great addition to your family.


*** According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Labrador Retriever is a loving, affectionate, lovable, patient dog. Once known as the "St John's Dogs," the Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular breeds in the United States. Originally from Newfoundland, Canada the Labrador was trained to jump overboard into the icy waters to haul fisherman's nets to shore. Specimens were brought to England in the 1800's by English ships coming from Labrador, where the dog's fine retrieving instincts were honed and developed. One of the best family dogs and canine companions because of their gentle, loving disposition, the highly trainable Labrador also excels in drug detection, as a guide for the blind, and service dog for the disabled. The breed is also an outstanding obedience and field trial competitor. Highly intelligent, loyal, willing, and high-spirited. Lively and good-natured, they love to play, especially in water - for they love to swim. They have an excellent, reliable, temperament and are friendly, superb with children and equable with other dogs. They crave human attention and need to feel as though they are part of the family. Labs are easily trained. These dogs are watchdogs, not guard dogs, although some have been known to guard. They have a life expectancy of 10-12 years.