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Just my 2 cents ... I would take Fluffy first. The socialization would be really good and it would give you the opportunity to really work with Smudge afterwards knowing Fluff is at home, happy and resting from her actives. It might also mean the other dogs will be a little calmer, and might not be so overly excited with Smudge.
I hope it all works out well for your guys. Let us know how it turns out!
I hope it all works out well for your guys. Let us know how it turns out!
Justicemom
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I just don't allow strange dogs to get in my dogs face on leash, period. I would put Smudge in a sit stay step in front of him and as nicely as I could tell the coonhounds owner that Smudge doesn't like dogs in his face. Say this is one of the things I'm working on. 
If they show in breed they shoud know that not all dogs like this and to maintain control of their dog. Common manners at a dog show, don't let your dogs get into another dogs space. If they don't listen, I would get rude. Sorry. I warned you. He will snap now back off. <Polite smile> My dog Jazz didn't like other dogs in her face. It was my job to keep her safe so she didn't need to take matters into her own hands. BTW Jazz got a UKC CD and an ASCA CD. She could be very good around other dogs and most people had no idea how she use to be. They didn't know her when I first got her and they didn't believe it.
Please read this article. I posted it on another thread but it is good for this discussion too.
http://flyingdogpress.com/content/view/42/97/
If they show in breed they shoud know that not all dogs like this and to maintain control of their dog. Common manners at a dog show, don't let your dogs get into another dogs space. If they don't listen, I would get rude. Sorry. I warned you. He will snap now back off. <Polite smile> My dog Jazz didn't like other dogs in her face. It was my job to keep her safe so she didn't need to take matters into her own hands. BTW Jazz got a UKC CD and an ASCA CD. She could be very good around other dogs and most people had no idea how she use to be. They didn't know her when I first got her and they didn't believe it. Please read this article. I posted it on another thread but it is good for this discussion too.
http://flyingdogpress.com/content/view/42/97/
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This is kind of related, and kind of not. 
This is more so for Smudge than Fluffy.
Does anybody know where I might find a really, really, long leash to tie to my waist to use for home training for Smudge? Do you think maybe after we use it for a while at home that it might be useful in helping him overcome his skittishness if we use it at other places, like down the road my grandmother lives down?
Also, how do you tie these types of leashes to your waist in a way that it will not come undone?
This is more so for Smudge than Fluffy.Does anybody know where I might find a really, really, long leash to tie to my waist to use for home training for Smudge? Do you think maybe after we use it for a while at home that it might be useful in helping him overcome his skittishness if we use it at other places, like down the road my grandmother lives down?
Also, how do you tie these types of leashes to your waist in a way that it will not come undone?
This is kind of related, and kind of not.
Does anybody know where I might find a really, really, long leash to tie to my waist to use for home training for Smudge? Do you think maybe after we use it for a while at home that it might be useful in helping him overcome his skittishness if we use it at other places, like down the road my grandmother lives down?
Also, how do you tie these types of leashes to your waist in a way that it will not come undone?
You should be able to get a 20-30 foot long line that's made of webbing. I've never tied it around my waist, but if I were going to, I would just run the clip end through the loop and then clip it to the dog's collar. If you wear a belt or a treat bag on a belt, you could also use a carbiner clip to attach the loop on the lead to your belt. That's what I usually do when I want to have my hands free on a walk because it gives you an easy way to unclip your dog.
Ah! So instead of having yours around your waist do you just hold the other end in your hand? It was suggested to me a loooooong time ago by a lady in obedience class who bred beagles that this is what I should do for Smudge. She suggested putting it around my waist, but I think I would rather just hold it. It would make me less nervous about Smudge running off.
Ah! So instead of having yours around your waist do you just hold the other end in your hand? It was suggested to me a loooooong time ago by a lady in obedience class who bred beagles that this is what I should do for Smudge. She suggested putting it around my waist, but I think I would rather just hold it. It would make me less nervous about Smudge running off.
I usually just hold the leash because we do short obedience exercises during our walk (halt, sit, down, stay, front, finish, etc.) Sometimes I drop the leash and let Phebe trot along on her own for a bit, so I can test her recall, or do a bit of circle work for agility.
There are lots of rabbits where we walk, so I always try to be certain none are in sight when she is free.
Hmm... This is a dilemma! If you feel more comfortable bringing Fluffy, then bring her first.
Because she has very limited socialization thus far, I would keep her a good distance from the other dogs and try to keep her as calm as possible. It would be a great time to work on 'Watch Me's and (if she knows them) Sits. I would even throw in some loose leash walking if she is doing great. For the first couple of times, I wouldn't do any nose-to-nose. If she is exceptionally edgy, don't push her. If she is borderline and you feel like introducing her to a calm dog, ask the owner to walk the dog WITH you (next to you) because dogs are less aggressive when going in the same direction as each other, rather than coming up to each other face-to-face. My advice remains the same for Smudge.
As for a long line, I have a 40 foot tie out that I use if I want more space with my pups. They come in all kinds of lengths and are weather proof.
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2755035&lmdn=Dog+Collars,+Tags+&+Leashes
I would clip one end to my belt loop I needed to. Most of the time I clip the tie out to something sturdy outside because I don't like the feel of it clipped to me.
Because she has very limited socialization thus far, I would keep her a good distance from the other dogs and try to keep her as calm as possible. It would be a great time to work on 'Watch Me's and (if she knows them) Sits. I would even throw in some loose leash walking if she is doing great. For the first couple of times, I wouldn't do any nose-to-nose. If she is exceptionally edgy, don't push her. If she is borderline and you feel like introducing her to a calm dog, ask the owner to walk the dog WITH you (next to you) because dogs are less aggressive when going in the same direction as each other, rather than coming up to each other face-to-face. My advice remains the same for Smudge.
As for a long line, I have a 40 foot tie out that I use if I want more space with my pups. They come in all kinds of lengths and are weather proof.
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2755035&lmdn=Dog+Collars,+Tags+&+Leashes
I would clip one end to my belt loop I needed to. Most of the time I clip the tie out to something sturdy outside because I don't like the feel of it clipped to me.
Perfect! I never thought of using those! I am sure we have some at work. I will check when I go in tomorrow!
SheltieChe
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Che is very well socialized at 9 months old- he went to pooch park twice a day since he was a 4 months old for about an hour each time, had puppy class, basic obedience class, rally, agility and private lessons, was dragged to several show events that was nearby etc.
now I walk with him yesterday on the leash and we are seeing another pup walking papillon? so I ask if they are friendly and the owner states yes, Che comes for sniff and what do you know, that 2 year old female fluff puts her 2 front paws on Che's shoulders/ face... I am thinking oh-oh we better back out now but then they both going for more "handshake" so I am relaxing a bit and think maybe it was a fluke, next thing I know she is doing it again and Che backs out, repeat fast again and Che is going off and baring his teeth and really barks his head off and lunges at that pup which by that times gets picked up by owner...
it is not polite in the dog world to push themselves into other dog's space and they usually let each other know pretty fast... when this happened first time I was kind of embarrassed by Che behavior but now I am very sure he is not aggressive or mean, he just does not like obnoxious hussies in his face and it is my responsibility to help him out and divert the contact if it happens... plus you will be with other experienced owners who know the rules.... in classes it is not ok to let your dog wander and sniff each other...
which might present slight problem for you if you are there to socialize and other people to work/ train....
the most important thing to remember that same as children behave themselves differently with their parents and when they with their peers, dogs behave themselves differently when they on leash with owners or free to run... leashed dogs will follow a lot of their owner behavior.... so the more relaxed, easy breathing, smiling you are, the more you project fun and relaxation the better your pup will feel/ behave.
now I walk with him yesterday on the leash and we are seeing another pup walking papillon? so I ask if they are friendly and the owner states yes, Che comes for sniff and what do you know, that 2 year old female fluff puts her 2 front paws on Che's shoulders/ face... I am thinking oh-oh we better back out now but then they both going for more "handshake" so I am relaxing a bit and think maybe it was a fluke, next thing I know she is doing it again and Che backs out, repeat fast again and Che is going off and baring his teeth and really barks his head off and lunges at that pup which by that times gets picked up by owner...
it is not polite in the dog world to push themselves into other dog's space and they usually let each other know pretty fast... when this happened first time I was kind of embarrassed by Che behavior but now I am very sure he is not aggressive or mean, he just does not like obnoxious hussies in his face and it is my responsibility to help him out and divert the contact if it happens... plus you will be with other experienced owners who know the rules.... in classes it is not ok to let your dog wander and sniff each other...
which might present slight problem for you if you are there to socialize and other people to work/ train....
the most important thing to remember that same as children behave themselves differently with their parents and when they with their peers, dogs behave themselves differently when they on leash with owners or free to run... leashed dogs will follow a lot of their owner behavior.... so the more relaxed, easy breathing, smiling you are, the more you project fun and relaxation the better your pup will feel/ behave.