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06-29-2012, 07:46 AM | #16 | |
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If we take the dogs to the lake, a long day for us, tons of walking playing swimming for them, Charlie our high energy lab is spent, Bubba seemingly rests for a while (30-40 min) then he is back to his usual self, no he will no lay and be still next to me, that would be fantastic, I would not complain one bit. Of course I chose to reply to this comment not because it is of any use really, but out of defense. I have owned several dogs, livestock and horses from a young age, trained my pet pig at 16 (FFA in high school) to retrieve, when I ask for help, believe me when I say I have some idea and desire to have a healthy relationship with my animals. Bubba is not happy, and more than anything I am sad for him. Last edited by PattiNumber_H; 06-29-2012 at 07:49 AM. Reason: Typo | |
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06-29-2012, 08:13 AM | #17 | |
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I am a pretty composed and relaxed person, my own anxiety comes from large crowds, strange places, traffic, filth, so in my home I am absolutely at peace. We live on seven acres and Bubba comes everywhere with me no leash needed, when we are outside I will sit or even lay on the lawn, he does laps around me, I lay him down next to me, he can't wait to bounce up. Dh says he's unloveable, doesn't like us, but Bubba is loyal, he follows, obeys, is sweet, just doesn't relax. I am an avid runner and although I will take my Lab with me, at the 3 mile mark he needs rest, Bubba is 4.5 lbs and a petite frame, you are correct, running like that would kill him, it has never crossed my mind to do that to him, I know so many people think what works for one dog works for all dogs, I just want Bubba to rest. I have played with his diet a bit (Taste of the Wild to Blue), and his stools changed for the worse, with his kibble I add carrots, but have never eliminated carrots all together to see if that might be the culprit. I will have to try that. | |
06-29-2012, 08:19 AM | #18 |
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| Talk to your vet about dosage, but melatonin has been used to take the edge off. I'd imagine with Bubba you might need something stronger, but you might try it anyway. |
06-29-2012, 08:25 AM | #19 | |
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Another thing, I wanted to mention is that some dogs think the crate is where they are supposed to go to the bathroom. I've read that you’re supposed to clean the crate thoroughly with an enzyme cleaner so that the dog will not smell any trace of urine or feces. Even a pad that has been peed on and washed will still have the smell unless treated with an enzyme cleaner. Crate training may not be the best option for some dogs. You might want to look at this thread about "rehabing a rescue dog", it has tips that might be useful to you. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ll-rescue.html
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06-29-2012, 08:43 AM | #20 | |
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I suppose I will begin to treat Bubba like a rescue, more so than I already do. I have phoned a couple of behaviorists... Scary, one said an "e" collar could resolve this within a week I said I would sooner put it on myself, that gentleman got a bit huffy " Mam, you are the leader, it is an animal!" No thank you goodbye. Have a few more to call. I will read up on puppy mill rescues, thanks. | |
06-29-2012, 08:46 AM | #21 | |
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yeah, that does sound scary. how the heck is an e - collar going to help ? you will know the right one.... | |
06-29-2012, 08:55 AM | #22 | |
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By the way, since you are an avid walker/runner, do you take Bubba on walks? I do think this can help build their confidence and make them feel more like they belong to the pack.
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06-29-2012, 08:57 AM | #23 | |
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06-29-2012, 09:40 AM | #24 | |
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06-29-2012, 09:59 AM | #25 | |||
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" Bubba can go 3 or 4 days sometimes without an accident, but when he slips up, he totally loses it. He is crated, exercised three times a day, fed on a strict schedule" Do you mean that he is crated all the time in general or only when he slips up? If it's when he slips up, he's seeing being crated as a reprimand. If it's all the time, he's feeling reprimanded all the time. You cannot treat or train a Yorkie like a Lab, horse, or pig. They are totally different. They are different than all other dogs. Your puppy is exhibiting those behaviors because he is in a kennel too much of the time. I have seen this before. When he is loose in the house or where ever, he runs around because he doesn't know when or why he will be put in the crate again. He's not understanding this treatment, so he's going to run and make the most out of it while he can. He may have even learned that when he poops in his crate, he gets to come out. Yorkies are highly social dogs. They need to feel that they are a part of the family, 100% of the time. Being in a crate makes him feel unloved and unwanted. My Tink came to me from a family that had 6 kids under the age of 12. She learned from them that dogs bring people toys and that's what makes them happy. Period. She drove me nuts the first week I had her, till I thought about why she was doing this 24/7. Short answer is: Kids play. I decided to teach her how to enjoy down time, selfishly for my own sanity. I started out holding her in my lap for 20-30 seconds at a time. That was all she would tolerate. Gradually the lap time was increased as she tolerated more and more, till two months later she fell asleep in my lap for almost 2 hours. She still loves to play, but now she also loves to be held and loved on. Quote:
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I have owned Yorkies for over 30 years, and a few other dogs, and worked as a Vet Tech for 20 years, trained race horses for 10 years, I have rehabbed 2 rescue Yorkies from the Humane Society, and have helped quite a few YT members with their problem dogs. The technical term for what your dog is doing is: Dirty Dog Syndrome, but mostly for his acting out behavior from being confined too much. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...need-help.html http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...irty-girl.html My intent was not and is not to make you defensive or to feel attacked by me in any way. I 'see' what the problem is with your dog, and you don't, yet. I think you are in denial that your methods may be failing this dog, you think it's his problem. I won't comment further, other than to say I hope my posts may help others in the same situation, and that I do hope you find an acceptable solution to your dilemma. My apologies to you if you feel I have offended you again. I am sorry, I only want you to be able to turn this situation around, so that you, your husband and your Yorkie can be happy together. Sincerely wishing you the best of luck, Kathy
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06-29-2012, 10:17 AM | #26 |
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| O.k...just a thought but what about neutering? I know not everyone agrees with it but if he's not going to be bred it may make things easier. Neutering usually calms a male dog down and, if he is marking in your house, it should help with the accidents too. |
06-29-2012, 10:22 AM | #27 | |
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Wow! You think because you add "my apologies" to your post you can excuse your uncouth remarks. Your obtuse demeanor is completely off-putting to say the least and although you may have some valid information, you are extremely abrasive and may not reach those that would otherwise benefit from it. I wish you all the best, although I am challenged by my puppy, I try daily, to make this world a better place, your days, I imagine are uneasy if you are called to respond in such ways. Good luck to you, and thank you, in perspective my problem is minuscule. | |
06-29-2012, 10:31 AM | #28 |
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06-30-2012, 06:59 AM | #29 |
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06-30-2012, 07:17 AM | #30 |
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| Goodness me!! I've just joined, but I'm gonna go in the deep end. Why are you crating your dog????? If you are in 95% of the time.. then why!!! Totally agree with kjc and you don't seem to want anyones advice unless they've got credentials so I won't give you mine. |
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