dazycutter
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The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his Tongue.
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Post by dazycutter on Dec 6, 2010 18:45:05 GMT
put the question up.. there are a lot of experienced doggy peeps on here. :-)
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dazycutter
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The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his Tongue.
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Post by dazycutter on Dec 7, 2010 11:26:46 GMT
well.. there could be a lot of reasons... if as a baby he was smaller nad being pushed off the teats, it could be to do with that. puppies do fight for the best teats on a dog and push the weaker ones off.
try feeding the pup on his own and making food time enjoyable. he may be nervous of eating around other dogs especially if he is the lowest in the pecking order..
you havent said how old the pup is.. sometimes it just takes a while for them to settle down.
spend more time with him and make him feel secure... the girl I have who has jsut had a litter was the most nervous of pups.. now she is a total asbo.. dont worry, jsut keep reassuring the pup...
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Post by JaysMum on Dec 7, 2010 23:09:08 GMT
i am always reassuring him... x please dont be offended by this, but stop reassuring him... It's this that makes fearful behaviour worse. As hard as it is, you must ignore his behaviour, be confident around him, and he will take confidence from you. |
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dazycutter
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The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his Tongue.
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Post by dazycutter on Dec 8, 2010 14:19:41 GMT
aha.. didnt realise he was 7 months.... agree with sands01.. it is reinforcing feaful behavious.. if he was a real small baby that is a bit different..
try a DAP collar..
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Post by JaysMum on Dec 10, 2010 19:28:25 GMT
How are you getting on?
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Post by princessstacie22 on Dec 10, 2010 19:38:29 GMT
yes i agree, stop reassuring him and a dap collar is fantastic, however dont expect a drastic improvement.
In the DAP collar, it has a pheramone that the b*tch releases for her puppies. As yours is still with you, it might not work so much in the house but could be beneficial outdoors.
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Post by JaysMum on Dec 11, 2010 10:44:46 GMT
I disagree... the DAP collar didnt work for my dog.. so anyone using one.. dont automatically think it will work for your dog.. was an expensive mistake for me.  |
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Post by B_31 on Dec 11, 2010 20:18:37 GMT
stop fussing/reassuring him ignore any silly behaviour and ignore fearful behaviour and dont make it into a big deal definately take them out separtely - if the bi*ch plays up he will picl up on this... also he will rely on any other dogs 100% for reactions etc.... training classes too..... purely for socialisation.... people seem to think that just because you know how to train a dog you dont need training classes... not true... i went purely for socialisation with my dog and now she loves everyone (she was also a nervous wreck for no reason!)! good luck  |
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Post by JaysMum on Dec 11, 2010 22:12:03 GMT
also.. if there's anyone who does dog day care in your area, ask if pup can go maybe a couple days a week..... esp if they have a large indoor/outdoor place to run about in... this will also socialise pup, but away from fussing owner (sorry) and let him learn from other also well socialised dogs.
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Post by bigears on Dec 11, 2010 22:13:26 GMT
hi were abouts are you??? my dad is a dog behaivorist and runs socialising classes x
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dazycutter
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The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his Tongue.
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Post by dazycutter on Dec 12, 2010 18:11:05 GMT
I disagree... the DAP collar didnt work for my dog.. so anyone using one.. dont automatically think it will work for your dog.. was an expensive mistake for me. the DAP collar worked for one of mine... you have to try and see really.. if you buy online they are a lot cheaper than getting form the vetse.. |
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Post by bigears on Dec 12, 2010 20:28:23 GMT
hi i am based in ch eshire x i can pm you his number if you like he travels anywere has ppl in wales everywere xx he will give you advice to |
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Post by JaysMum on Dec 12, 2010 20:40:23 GMT
the DAP collar worked for one of mine... you have to try and see really.. if you buy online they are a lot cheaper than getting form the vetse.. Bought mine at Pets At Home  (£24.99) |
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Post by chorro on Dec 12, 2010 20:56:50 GMT
bigears can you pm me your dads contact details, I run a kennels and work with some rescues I'm sure one of our rescues northern boxer dog rescue would be interested, we are in lancs
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Post by kayjayem on Dec 12, 2010 22:18:13 GMT
the DAP collar worked for one of mine... you have to try and see really.. if you buy online they are a lot cheaper than getting form the vetse.. Bought mine at Pets At Home (£24.99) I bought mine from hyperdrug about £18 and worked a treat |
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Post by bigears on Dec 12, 2010 22:27:23 GMT
bigears can you pm me your dads contact details, I run a kennels and work with some rescues I'm sure one of our rescues northern boxer dog rescue would be interested, we are in lancs have pmd you x |
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Post by JaysMum on Dec 12, 2010 23:04:06 GMT
I bought mine from hyperdrug about £18 and worked a treat Really??? that's a big jump in price.... will tell Pets At Home... LOL |
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dazycutter
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The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his Tongue.
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Post by dazycutter on Dec 13, 2010 11:11:48 GMT
bought mine off the interent £8... LOL
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Post by B_31 on Dec 13, 2010 22:39:01 GMT
horseylady - pm me your location in cheshire as if your near me i knw a very good training class which will help you quickly (and effectivly - its not aquick fix but they are FAB!)
(actually i know 2 good ones..)!
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(£24.99)