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Have you tried a no pull front closure harness? or a gentle leader?
not as much of a fan of the latter, personally but friends found it very helpful with some of their dogs
Sheltie Forum Pups Spring/Summer 2014
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Have you tried a no pull front closure harness? or a gentle leader?
not as much of a fan of the latter, personally but friends found it very helpful with some of their dogs
I need to re classify what the situation is with Zoey. She does good on a leash she is just not used to being out in the big wide world on a leash. Took her outfront for a little walk this morning and car's startle her, a boy walked by and she barked ( which is so Sheltie). I need to find a high drive treat today, cheese is not so wow to her.
She is not sure this is home yet and she and Zak need to work out their routine and she needs to get used to ours and us hers. Will take time- lots of time.
I would like to know how to socilize her.
She is not sure this is home yet and she and Zak need to work out their routine and she needs to get used to ours and us hers. Will take time- lots of time.
I would like to know how to socilize her.
BarbV
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It was not terminology that I was familiar with. I read it completely opposite! Thanks for clarifying.
BarbV
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I started really slow with my dogs.
First just put on the leash and let them drag it around.
Then put on the leash and just sat on the front porch. Then gradually worked my way to the driveway and onto the street offering treats along the way. If dog spooked, I would say "look" and bring treat to my eye. If dog connected, then treat and move on. I also kept a short leash so dog was constantly at my side. It dog balked, I did not push it, but encouraged with a treat to move forward. It really does work.
I have to admit, though, that I'm behind on leash training with Callan. Must get on that! :sadsmile:
It was not terminology that I was familiar with. I read it completely opposite! Thanks for clarifying.
Funny how people can read the same words & get totally different meanings!
There are a few businesses in my area that have the same sign: "There are no strangers here, just friends we have yet to meet", so I pretty much knew what Chip's dad was saying. But I can also understand Barb's take on it.
Glad we got that all straightened out!
RikyR
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Zulu update!
9 weeks old today. His first day alone. When I went home for lunch, he was sound asleep, never heard me come in. Xpen was dry, no accidents. Took him out, did his business, ate his lunch, did his business, played a bit, back to the pen, back to work. Came home, he was lounging in his crate, dry pen! Four hours per stretch. Very happy mom & dad!
We had five of our six grand children at the house this weekend (7 months - 12 years) and he did great. Was a little cautious at first, but was soon running around, and even did a little herding action. When he got tired, went to his crate on his own and crashed. Very pleased!
He has just about mastered the sit, and I am letting him drag the leash (he isn't too crazy about that).
It is amazing how much he has progressed in a week!
9 weeks old today. His first day alone. When I went home for lunch, he was sound asleep, never heard me come in. Xpen was dry, no accidents. Took him out, did his business, ate his lunch, did his business, played a bit, back to the pen, back to work. Came home, he was lounging in his crate, dry pen! Four hours per stretch. Very happy mom & dad!
We had five of our six grand children at the house this weekend (7 months - 12 years) and he did great. Was a little cautious at first, but was soon running around, and even did a little herding action. When he got tired, went to his crate on his own and crashed. Very pleased!
He has just about mastered the sit, and I am letting him drag the leash (he isn't too crazy about that).
It is amazing how much he has progressed in a week!
BarbV
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It IS amazing how quickly they progress! Every day is a new day. And every day is a new challenge! 
Sounds like Zulu is adapting wonderfully! Congrats!
Sounds like Zulu is adapting wonderfully! Congrats!
BarbV
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Callan went for his first "big" walk today in the back 40. He did awesome. No pulling on leash, no dragging....he just followed his big brother Indy (who was loose, btw). Indy kept looking behind to make sure we were still behind him. Good boy, Indy!
I wish we could have encountered a dog on the walk to see how he would do, but no luck tonight. Maybe tomorrow.....
I wish we could have encountered a dog on the walk to see how he would do, but no luck tonight. Maybe tomorrow.....
BarbV
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Callan is starting to assert himself with big boy Indy.
Today, Indy brought out his lamb chop stuffie. Callan started to make moves to steal it. Same when playing fetch. If Indy goes for it, then drops the ball, Callan slides under him to pick up the ball and then brings it back
Every day is a new day with these dogs! Never dull!
Today, Indy brought out his lamb chop stuffie. Callan started to make moves to steal it. Same when playing fetch. If Indy goes for it, then drops the ball, Callan slides under him to pick up the ball and then brings it back
Every day is a new day with these dogs! Never dull!
BarbV
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Susan
I forgot to mention the most obvious...at least to me ! I have customers and even trainers use my pet store all the time for training and socializing.
They come because they know we are pet knowledgeable, that we have two store cats and guaranteed at least one dog in the store. And it's a closed environment....and we never get grouchy when they spray on the cat trees (ok, maybe a little after they leave!). And tons of distractions. The car ride is positive...no vet, so it makes the car ride ok too.
If you have a friendly pet store in your neighbourhood, give it a try. I don't even mind so much if they don't buy something! (They will next time!).
I forgot to mention the most obvious...at least to me ! I have customers and even trainers use my pet store all the time for training and socializing.
They come because they know we are pet knowledgeable, that we have two store cats and guaranteed at least one dog in the store. And it's a closed environment....and we never get grouchy when they spray on the cat trees (ok, maybe a little after they leave!). And tons of distractions. The car ride is positive...no vet, so it makes the car ride ok too.
If you have a friendly pet store in your neighbourhood, give it a try. I don't even mind so much if they don't buy something! (They will next time!).