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Luvdogs2 · 11-21-2010, 08:28 PM

One problem I see is the fiance is going to resist some of this... like taking over feeding. I REALLY want to do this because I'm not convinced she isn't over feeding her and not sticking to a schedule.

Usually, the one that brings the gold, makes the rules - and I see Bdog not listening to me on part that I'm not the one that feeds her. I work with her, I am trying to establish a role here, and the dog doesn't seem to mind.

I'll be the first to admit when I'm wrong so here are some ideas that I've been handling incorrectly.

1. I take her out to do business and stay there till she does. Apparently, this isn't correct. I see why now, but before, I was just trying to associate going outside meant using the bathroom and by making her go would alleviate the need to do so indoors.

2. Time in the crate. I thought by my research that spending the time in there would benefit more to the Bdog so she can associate getting out of the crate means going straight outside for the bathroom before being played with....like "business first, play later."

3. Scolding and saying "No" I was always under the impression good behavior, good responses - bad behavior, bad responses to reinforce the good behavior and make bad behavior less desirable.

4. Cheerios - not so much that I was wrong, but I completely forgot those delicious O's and how much of a healthy and good treat for the training.

I'm going to hold onto the name for a bit longer. The nature of the business I own is directly involved with Government and I don't want any personal issues being brought into or disrupting my professional career beyond my Engineering.

KJC, in the beginning of our relationship, I told my fiance once that I went over to the apartment and got Bdog out and took her for a ride. When I told the fiance I took her to Fed Ex so I could ship some packages - a look of horror went across her face and she asked what I did. Confused, I asked what the heck she was talking about and I got the explanation that Bdog hates being left in the car and will crap right there on the center console or seat - and she was amazed that she didn't do that to me.

I'll start putting in some extra time with the lap ideas and having some soul merging (I couldn't think of another word or phrase for "bonding" - hahaha). I can't do the sleep and let her roam though...I don't like being woken up with a dog's tongue in my mouth...Fiance - yes....Bdog - no. I don't mind dogs licking my hands, face or whatever decent - but they can lick their tail ends and with that, I'd rather not have it in my mouth. (for the record I said "Sneak Attack because I seen her try a few times when I heard her creeping up...like a stealthy indian in the night, she was out for a mission)

Thanks everyone.

11-21-2010, 08:28 PM	#98
Luvdogs2 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Peoria, IL, USA Posts: 75	One problem I see is the fiance is going to resist some of this... like taking over feeding. I REALLY want to do this because I'm not convinced she isn't over feeding her and not sticking to a schedule. Usually, the one that brings the gold, makes the rules - and I see Bdog not listening to me on part that I'm not the one that feeds her. I work with her, I am trying to establish a role here, and the dog doesn't seem to mind. I'll be the first to admit when I'm wrong so here are some ideas that I've been handling incorrectly. 1. I take her out to do business and stay there till she does. Apparently, this isn't correct. I see why now, but before, I was just trying to associate going outside meant using the bathroom and by making her go would alleviate the need to do so indoors. 2. Time in the crate. I thought by my research that spending the time in there would benefit more to the Bdog so she can associate getting out of the crate means going straight outside for the bathroom before being played with....like "business first, play later." 3. Scolding and saying "No" I was always under the impression good behavior, good responses - bad behavior, bad responses to reinforce the good behavior and make bad behavior less desirable. 4. Cheerios - not so much that I was wrong, but I completely forgot those delicious O's and how much of a healthy and good treat for the training. I'm going to hold onto the name for a bit longer. The nature of the business I own is directly involved with Government and I don't want any personal issues being brought into or disrupting my professional career beyond my Engineering. KJC, in the beginning of our relationship, I told my fiance once that I went over to the apartment and got Bdog out and took her for a ride. When I told the fiance I took her to Fed Ex so I could ship some packages - a look of horror went across her face and she asked what I did. Confused, I asked what the heck she was talking about and I got the explanation that Bdog hates being left in the car and will crap right there on the center console or seat - and she was amazed that she didn't do that to me. I'll start putting in some extra time with the lap ideas and having some soul merging (I couldn't think of another word or phrase for "bonding" - hahaha). I can't do the sleep and let her roam though...I don't like being woken up with a dog's tongue in my mouth...Fiance - yes....Bdog - no. I don't mind dogs licking my hands, face or whatever decent - but they can lick their tail ends and with that, I'd rather not have it in my mouth. (for the record I said "Sneak Attack because I seen her try a few times when I heard her creeping up...like a stealthy indian in the night, she was out for a mission) Thanks everyone.