Lady, Oh Lady...

I sought advice from a professional about her whining, and he said to try for a few days having her play for 2 hours.  Of course, I'm hoping he doesn't mean all together, because she's a puppy, I don't think she'd fare well doing that.  But, earlier today, I took her out for a half an hour in his hot and humid Texas heat, and now she's munching on a bone.  I'll take her out again three more times for 30 minutes each, and see what happens.  Hopefully, her whining thing will have diminished after doing this a few days.  She seems as happy as a clam now, chewing on her bone.  We will see. 

I'd have to think of a routine for when I'm working, and school.  I guess it depends on how school will be.  I think I may be able to swing a day like this for her.  I'll wake up, let her out and play for 30 minutes, take a shower, go to school. Come home, play with her for another half hour, then get ready for work.  Mr. III will play with her while I'm at work for 30 minutes.  I'll get home, have another 30 minute play, then time for us to wind down and go to sleep.  When she's about 6 months to a year, I'll think of making them a bit longer, 45 minutes for two, and one for 30.  When she's older, like a year, we'll be back in summer, and we'll gradually get her to walk for 2 hours a night, and Mr. III and I would take walks.  I haven't told Mr. III about this plan, but we'll see how it does.  I'll post more pictures of her soon.