Rayles

Thanks for the tips. But, what is the Susan Garrett's method? Also, how does the dog get around the poles if they are on a lean (V-shape)? Wouldn't he be going almost under them?

Hi All, Anyone got any fabulous suggestions on how to teach my dog to weave? Was teaching him last year before I got pregnant, but have only just re-started and weaving is driving me up the wall! I used to use food and he would follow my hand as I directed him through the poles...though I decided to stop that as he was starting to nip at my food and he also wouldn't watch where he was going - only my hand, and would walk straight through/over the poles instead of around them. We have also tried the slow process of having 2 rows of poles and gradually moving them in closer together, but as I move them in he still skips some and he can't seem to get the idea of the weaving 'movement', rather he just does half-circles around them...am stuck for ideas??? Thanks, Rayles

I have made sure I do something with him every day since the incident. We have gone for walks, gone for ute rides, kicked balls and I installed a make-shift jump (until the agility set I ordered arrives), which amazingly he still knows what to do with! I will also be trying to get to weekly agility training...which can be difficult with a hubby who works the same night it is on. I have also been in contact with a dog behaviourist (but have to wait until September for a consult). I am trying my best to integrate all aspects of my new family and life.

Hi There, I have a border collie X kelpie who is approximately 3-4 years old. He has done agility and obedience but has been a bit neglected for the past year as I have been pregnant and now have a 4-month-old. Yesterday said dog attacked and killed my two chickens...I know this is in his breeding, but would like some other opinions other than my own. This dog has also grabbed the cat (no injuries) and killed a bird. He otherwise co-exists with our two cats and other male dog (both dogs are desexed). He hasn't been a problem with children in the past, but did jump up on one once and accidentally knocked her over. What does everyone think? And should I rehome him or euthanise? I really want to rehome him as I rescued him from the pound and went through a foster home and a rescue organisation just to have him today! It would break my heart if I can't find him a good home. Thanks, Rayles

Thanks for that. I actually meant somewhere I could take the dog and wash him myself. Thanks, Rayles

Hello All, Does anybody know of any DIY Dog washes/hydrobaths located around the Carlingford/Ryde areas? Thanks, Rayles