poodlefan

Yep, its air. I'm with SBT - visit to a good canine chiropractor might be an idea.

I'd pick my dog up if I had time (because I can). If not possible I would: 1. Drop my dogs lead. A dog on a lead will be hampered in its ability to fight or flee. 2. Kick the crap out of the attacking dog. I'm happy to lose a leg to a dog defending mine but not a hand. 3. Scream like a banshee for help. If the dog is reallly really serious, you may have trouble getting it off but a few boots in the ribs will deter most dogs. I don't think there are any Jindo's in Oz Fainty Girl. I'd definitely report the incident though.

In New Zealand!

You can also tell them about the driver who was hit by his loose Rottweiler in a prang. He's now a paraplegic.

It could be worse. It could be the Freaky Frog ring tone/song.

I remember you posting about your boss and the "lock jaw pitbulls". Maybe you need to find a new job.

And I will chain myself to a suitable edifice in support. The French may have popularised the smaller poodles and are largely credited for developing the white poodles but they are German in origin. Even the name is a derivative of the German "pudel". That was my understanding as well. Now when I think of it, the country in the FCI listing is not the country of origin, but the country that maintain the standard. Tibetan breeds are listed under UK. To plagarise Sting, the Russians love their poodles too. They get the credit for developing the browns. Chances are any small dog in a Russian city scene may well be a poodle. Vladimir Putin owns one.. as did Katherine the Great. Some bloody gorgeous poodles there.

I used to work with someone who "bred" Lab/Goldens. I kept my lip firmly zipped... just not worth it.

Well thanks poodlefan, that’s made me feel worse!! I only have one person who always asks me if I had a show but my boss is accommodating because he knows I’m passionate about it but he has told me he doesn’t agree with it....and says that dogs belong in the backyard, not made to do ‘circus acts’. Have you pointed out to your boss how boring life in a backyard can be?

Nope. My work colleagues understand my passion, even if they don't share it and usually ask how I went on the weekends. I helped one of my colleagues buy a lovely boxer pup via here. ( to Hogz) My boss is very accommodating with requests for leave for shows. Most of my non-doggy acquaintances have seen Best in Show and want to know if it's like that. I tell them its worse! It's amazing how some people seem to think its "cruel" to have a fit well trained dog and to take it on outings most weekends. : What sorts of activities do their dogs get to do?

I think the French, the Russians and the Germans would have some issues with that! Or maybe we should just call them Euro Poodles now.

Rye Bay Beach is my favourite for holidays down that way. I'm not sure what the summer restrictions are though.

And I will chain myself to a suitable edifice in support. The French may have popularised the smaller poodles and are largely credited for developing the white poodles but they are German in origin. Even the name is a derivative of the German "pudel".

Ian Dunbar is no fan of the aversive use of e-collars but is on record as saying for a habitual stock chaser, they have their uses.

That 2 year old standard poodle will lose his obedience skills unless they are reinforced. I think a visit with a trainer and/or joining your local obedience club would be a really good idea. Learning how to train dogs is a bit like learning to drive - it's a hell of a lot easier if someone shows you how to do it. I agree that having dogs offlead in your front yard is not wise unless it is securely fenced. You won't be focussed on the dogs and all sorts of distractions will happen. People walking their dogs won't thank you if your dogs annoy them.

I think some lessons with a trainer would be a good idea for both of you. Recalls have to be taught.. and constantly reinforced. So does loose lead walking. A good trainer can really kick start these skills.

Is it a primary school oval?

I saw the couple and dog from my OP on tonight's walk. They leashed up and got well out of the way. Maybe being considered a crazy dog lady ain't all bad.

I remember poor Ruby's Mum from WA with her dysplastic oodle. After much drama they had the dog PTS aged about 4.

In a way I can understand how this person feels. A friend of mine also "did all the right things", registered breeder ect only to end up with a dog that has cost them a fortune in the first year - no amount of talk will convince her to get a pedigree dog ever again. I can think of a few crossbred owners that might change her mind for her.

Awww crap. Run free Cruise - you were taken far too young.

I believe it is possible to train without "compulsion" but that few dogs learn well if their behaviour has no consequences. The only way to compel a dog to come to you is to keep it on a long line. All other recall training relies on conditioning and consequences - both positive and negative.

My dogs definitely trigger on being in the trialling rings at our training grounds. They definitely relate that physical location to "work".

Leashes and car keys.

Makes me wonder how old the pups are when they are bought.