Today, my friends and I went to Nationals Stadium for Pups in the Park, a day where you can bring your dog to watch the game in a special section, and march in a “Pup Parade” before opening pitch. If you have the chance to do this, I highly recommend it. Not only is it super fun, it’s a fantastic socialization opportunity.
Batman did awesome. This was his first time at the stadium, or at any large event venue, and we were surrounded by hundreds of people, all kinds of dogs, loud noises and smells. He took it all in stride. Being surrounded by cheering fans and barking dogs? Bring it.
I was especially thankful today to have a dog with such sound temperament. This was a challenging and stimulating environment for any dog, let alone a 7-month-old hormone-ridden puppy. Batman really stepped-up to the plate (har har) today, and acted like it was just another fun adventure, no big deal.
He made friends with the people sitting around us, including this adorable boy sitting in front of us, who would sneak him pets from behind his chair. Batman was like, “Cool! More pets!” and sat calmly throughout the game. I was so proud of him.
Also, we marched in our first parade!
Marching around the baseball diamond of the Washington Nationals
Getting petted by the kid sitting in front of us.
Batman, singing the National Anthem. Well, not really. But he could be.
Oh yeah, the Nats beat the Marlins 3-2 in 10 innings! Go, Nats!
This is terrific! I LOVE baseball—what could be better than this! From the expression on Batman’s face, I think he likes baseball too.
Awesome job, Jennie. Thank you for taking such great care of my little Batling!
I had no idea they did this at the Nationals Stadium! Adding this to the must-do-with-Fenris list.
Are you in the DMV area?! It would be so great to have a fellow A-T friend for Batty nearby!
I’m in NoVA actually and within a 10 minute walk from a metro. 🙂
What a fun day out with Batman. It’s great they let the dogs into the stadium. I love Batman’s patriotic bandana and his smiling face in the last picture.
How awesome was that???? What a boy!!! 🙂
He looks GREAT Jennie! How much does he weigh and how tall?
Thanks, Karen! He is about 70 lbs and (I think) 25″ at the wither. His growing has finally tapered off, but he is still a growing boy.
Thank you for ALL your advice and help, especially during those first weeks!
My Pleasure! 😉
What a fun day I would love to do this. Thank you so much for sharing Jennie!
Jennie Batman is looking so happy and handsome!! He is growing into his ears and is so handsome!! Keep up the good work! He looks great!
It looks like both of you had a blast… I’d love to do that here some day. I love that last photo!
Your outfit is sooooo cute and I love how you did your hair!
I agree, you are too cute Jennie!
Looks like Batman has finally grown into those ears!! He looks marvelous Jennie!
You are an awesome Batman mama!
Oh I found a Superman collar, I almost bought it for Koda. 😀
YOU should have!!!