Cheshunt Archer

Any date set for the lure coursing?

Any word on when the Lure coursing will start again?

I have a feeling that the vomit doesn't happen all the time but the impression I get is that it takes him 1 hour every morning to clean up and feed all the pets...to me thats ridiculous. As far as putting them in a crate....I don't think that will happen, they want both dogs to sleep on their bed everynight, the male weighs 22kg and the female isn't fully grown yet and she is already 25kg. I hope everyone doesn't mind me venting on this thread cos I have trouble talking to my friends about this topic, they get very defensive.

Just adding some photos that are less than 40k....

The dogs do need structure and leadership, my mate is doesn't seem to be the 'pack' leader. And between the 3 cats and 2 dogs at night there seems to be vomit and faeces to clean up in the morning, the cats have kitty litter and dogs have newspaper., He has mentioned recently about obedience training...lets hope it happens soon

Hi everyone, I am new to this website and just found out about this lure coursing thread, I am really keen to bring my 2 whippets up there for a run I was hoping that tomorrow would be on cos I am away next weekend, Will this be an ongoing event for the dogs because you can count me in! I also have a friend with 2 whippets and I am sure he would love to come.

Not really, 'cause it sounds like it's probably pretty complicated. :p My guess is there are several separate problems that may or may not be a result of a the same root cause. The first step is to implement NILIF (nothing in life is free). I think it can be dangerous to abruptly introduce negative consequences for behaviour. It amounts to a challenge. Who knows how the dogs will react? Even NILIF I would introduce gradually rather than all at once. A history of deference towards the dog is a recipe for disaster. The fighting is probably a whole other thing and if they really are seriously injuring each other I'd take it VERY seriously. Every time they fight they are getting upset and frightening each other and themselves and learning that life with the other dog is dangerous and distressing. They become more on guard, are more likely to strike out just in case they need to get in first, and there's a good chance the fights will get more violent. This is something that has to be sorted out sooner rather than later. If nothing else, he has to keep them separated so they can't fight with each other. If he can't or is not willing to do that, he should do the dogs a favour and rehome one now before there's only one dog left. By separated, I mean they should not even be able to see each other. They can still intimidate each other if they can see each other. Thanks for your input, your very correct in saying that it's complicated, they tend to treat the dogs (and cats) like humans. He always talks about how long it takes every morning before work to clean up the mess all the animals have made during the night. As well as 'hand feeding' every pet individually because they are fussy eaters. I honestly believe he has dug a big hole for himself. The male staffy won't eat food outside because thats where he is sent when in trouble, I looked after the male staffy for a few days and it refused to eat anything outside, even liver treats! he just submits and shakes when I tried to feed him.

Hi, A good friend of mine has 2 dogs, a 4yr old male english staffy and a 1 yr old female staffy x mastiff Can I get your opinions on the following situation... The dogs are kept inside everyday (sometimes up to 10hrs) with 3 cats, they are destroying furniture and items around the home. There is a large fenced yard but my friend says if he leaves them outside they will dig under the fence and escape. He does walk them once a day and gets them out to the beach on the weekends. But the issue is getting worse, the dogs are now fighting and getting injured. He has tried to seperate them at night but the female cries all night keeping them awake. My friend and his wife let the dogs sleep on their bed everynight, he is very 'soft' with them and the dogs get away with a lot but his wife is more strict. The animals from what I have seen climb on everything, the cats get on the kitchen bench and table, the dogs have a free run thru the house and basically do anything they want.. From what I have seen the dogs do not listen to him, they jump up on visitors and they do not know when to calm down, they are very hyperactive and easily excited. Can anyone suggest what is happening here and what solutions there are? Thanks

Hi, I am new to this site and I love your photos, I have 2 whippets here in Adelaide and we are at the beach a lot, (free parking too)...here are some pics of my dogs, Franni (solid Fawn) and Archer brindle attachment=245367:beach 2.jpg]