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Originally Posted by gemy  Bonding with a dog any dog, does mean spending quality time with them. oh yes a "yawn " catch phrase quality time.
Take her for walks. 15 minutes even at a time every day, preferably at the same time. Hey you are studing and should take a break every two hours or so, take that opportunity to walk your dog.
Play games with her reward her for good behaviour. Feed her on a regular schedule that suits your time frame.
My dogs get fed around 6 am wkdays and 9am wkends, and nary a problem.
But that is the schedule we have all developed over years.
They also get walked every day, they swim twice a wk, oh btw we both work full time, but we do make the time to be with our pups. |
I wasn't trying to blanket the term or say something everyone wanted to hear, so I apologize if that sounded generic.
I'll be having a sit down with the fiance again and have her read through this thread. Hopefully she will get as much out of it as I have and I hope this can illicit a little bit of change so things can get better for everyone.
She gets her quality time - hence the statements of non neglect. I don't abuse her, I did lash out when blood was drawn but that's been over and done with as said before.
I'm thinking adjusting the feedings to allow for evacuation before long periods in the crate is a first priority. Allowing for more time between feedings and outside time is right there too. Also, fiance needs a discussion to solidify these ideas and make sure she follows the routine.
Thank you all for the help, it's very much appreciated.