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What right do we have to deny our dogs the companionship and fun of being with their own species?? Dogs should have other dogs in their lives. Simple. They are dogs, and should associate with others. Guess I see dogs differently.Perhaps I trained and placed too many dogs in almost solitary situations... I do not enjoy being around dogs who have eyes only for me- I like dogs to be in a 'pack' - to run and roughhouse,and have each other for company Like a lot of people could not countenance one budgie or canary in a cage- so I cannot be comfortable thinking of a single dog who never gets to race around with others, or lie and play 'footsies' with a friend... or share hole digging.... Play dates and dog parks were not around when I had dogs in the city.... they just ran around parks and attracted playmates that way To my memory, the dogs were never attacked or harassed by other dogs whilst running around in parks/beaches etc... perhaps it was that dogs were not subject to all the restrictions they are now? perhaps dogs ad more chance to learn to be dogs naturally,and so were more socially adept? I don't know........... it is something which interests and saddens me- dogs losing so many of their freedoms....

Ok- I found some things which may be of help LINK LINK LINK Happy reading.

Poppydog is giving good advice taking pup out frequently is a great idea. You may need to go out every 20 minutes-- and STAY there until puppy does what you want- then heaps of praise!! ) Pups need you to help train both their brain and bladder- they cannot hold for long, and they need routine When inside- you may want to contain Oscar to one room- or even a pen.. so he has NO chance of wandering off and toileting inside- which can quickly become a habit Where is he sleeping? You will need to get up and take him out at night , too - unless he is in a small area with his pads handy... *goes of to search for a thread*

I was going to say, in response to this.. NO- your main problem, as I see it is to get BOTH of you some help so you can TRAIN your dog- then you will be able to go for walks/runs/ all sorts of things. An untrained ,confused dog , as you have found out- is not a happy and settled one Your partner may well be stronger and more able to physically hold and control Lola- but all that is doing is making her stronger and more likely to pull :D Ego has no part in helping educate a dog,or child, for that matter. if someone does NOT understand the way a dog/child behaves/learns/responds to certain stimuli- then that person will gain much from learning with a professional! Good for you in calling the trainer!!!

*fingers crossed it will all stay fine*

Alison- so , how did you get on with the trainer?

*stifles a giggle* it's happened to me a couple of times. once by accident- the other by a cocky over excited male dog who was marking everything that stood still !

Glad you are feeling more comfortable with the care he's getting. With the previous vet's "no visitor' policy .. while it may seem callous to you- ,remember your dog had massive seizures, and has a heart condition. Perhaps they thought any excitement may well have triggered another episode, which may have been disastrous I think they were right . Now, he is stronger and not seizing, so your visit may well help.

You are doing so well!! Lola is a lucky girl, having an owner who is willing to work at learning how to get the best from their dog!

Alison- there are plenty of things you can do in the back yard - things to keep her occupied perhaps kick a ball around for her- play 'soccer' I do this with my dog sometimes put the leash on and just walk quietly around the yard- praising her EVERY time she is not pulling Practise getting her to sit and have the leash put on . Praise, take the leash off. get her to sit , put the leash on.... practise until it is the most boring routine ever. keep your voice quiet and calm..dogs react to voice tone ... excited rapid voice? dog gets the same! and you might want to try THIS at mealtimes

This is pretty graphic- but it certainly taught me a few things LINK

and she pulls so much because neither you, or Lola have been trained in how to walk correctly using a check collar .(or anything else) Alison- you have the canine equivalent of a V8 towtruck on the end of the lead! Would you just hop in a vehicle like that and go? NO. You would be shown, step by step, how to start off slowly, how to apply the brakes at the right time, so you don't skid, or crash.. all those things. Now, dogs are WAY more complicated, cos they make their own decisions- and react instinctively to so many things we are not aware of!! Unfortunately, the more training collars, etc you try, and the more they do not work, the longer it may take to get the two of you working together You will both be in the grip of bad habits. So- as you are embarrassed in public- and want it fixed ASAP- so you can enjoy your beautiful girl - private training now would be a grand thing to do

Good for Luki!

:hugs: His body is getting tired... poor old boy.

That is so true!! Also- with choosing a trainer- don't use anyone whose methods make you uncomfortable, or who appears to hurt the dog. Choose someone experienced, and who discusses everything with you

diva- snap!

A ttreadmill is great for Lola's basic exercise- but she still needs to get out and socialise, and you still need to learn how to use the basic training tools. When is your course starting?

Alison- The good thing about not knowing how training and tools work- is that there are good people around who DO know, and who you can have visit you at home- so no embarrassment- and LOTS of support :thumbsup:

Alison- she sounds as if, with the work put into her, she will be a great dog!! You DO need to learn how to train her though. It isn't something you experiment with- because sometimes you can make little problems into bigger ones Lola sounds as if she needs much more mental and physical exercise- and yes, it WILL make her much easier to handle . What training do you do with her at home? perhaps she needs more than she's getting . The crossbreed you have is/will be a very strong and active dog.She has not finished her growing yet! To be safe- humans, and dog, you need to understand how she is thinking, and how to control her actions. The fact of her jumping up at you, and lunging at other dogs waves a red flag at me........... this is an accident waiting to happen, as you have wisely realised! I would recommend you book a session with a trainer ,preferably one vouched for by D O L members. There are trainers around whose methods aren't what's needed... and booking one who people have actually worked with face-to-face is a BIG plus ;)

So Sorry -

Noopy So glad the little dog is doing ok!! :D I will also suggest you keep the emotions at bay until your dog is much stronger. She needs her strength to heal- not to be worrying why you are behaving differently You have lots on your plate- so do need to step back a half pace, eat well,and be strong .

whimpering can be excitement, too.... maybe provide him with some nice big meaty bones to chew as well!

yep- dab/spray..

Sounds as if it may be a reaction to something in the environment Try erny's recommendation of CALENDULA tea apparently it is great for relieving itches etc.

ermm- just burying him a pot would be most unpleasant for you as decomposition is a smelly business. .....