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Originally Posted by Ringo1  Wow, you are between a rock and a hard place. I know how scary it is when apartment neighbors are complaining. Sounds like you have tried a lot of different things.
I can think of three things I might try before debarking:
1. doggie daycare
2. dog walker mid-day
3. citronella collar
4. Medication to keep her calm for a few days while you are at work.
(Ok - make that 4 things). I had to give my maltese medication when we moved to another state and I received a complaint that he barked all day. Of course, this was due to adjustment issues and after about 3 days on somekind of doggie valium; he was fine.
I wish you could move because your neighbor doesn't sound all that nice! But understand this may not be in the picture for you.
In your shoes - if all else failed; I would probably have to consider the surgery. I'm so sorry you find yourself in this position. |
Thanks, Ringo1. I can't afford doggy daycare, but do have a dog walker come on my long days. The citronella collar didn't work. I have discussed meds with my vet, but since Sophie's problem is not anxiety, we both agree that meds would just be sedating her all day. It's hard to say if daily sedatives would be harder on her than would a procedure that would leave her feeling like herself. There are medical risks associated with meds as well as surgery. :-(