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ARCHIE · 10-19-2009, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by bjh

Here is another website that carries it. I have ordered from this site before:

Bach Rescue Remedy - Natural Stress Reliever

Thank you. That one worked. I payed for priority mail. 2-3 days.
Can't wait for two weeks.
Thank you so very much.

bjh · 10-19-2009, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by ARCHIE

Thank you. That one worked. I payed for priority mail. 2-3 days.
Can't wait for two weeks.
Thank you so very much.

Good luck. Be sure to let us know if it helps.

ARCHIE · 10-19-2009, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by bjh

Good luck. Be sure to let us know if it helps.

Oh I certainly will. Thank you again for this info. I feel like there
is now hope if needed. Can't wait until 5. I swear he thinks daily
of things to drive me up the wall. It's like I get one thing going
nicely then he throws something else at me. This time took the cake.
Much too scary for both of us.

bjh · 10-19-2009, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by ARCHIE

Oh I certainly will. Thank you again for this info. I feel like there
is now hope if needed. Can't wait until 5. I swear he thinks daily
of things to drive me up the wall. It's like I get one thing going
nicely then he throws something else at me. This time took the cake.
Much too scary for both of us.

I would be curious to know if a companion would help him. Some dogs that have been raised alone never bond to a new companion and they continue their stressful behavior, regardless of the other companion. If Archie is still playful then he would probably enjoy a companion but I would recommend a older pup or perhaps a female closer to his age. It would be important to try to match personalities. I know all you want to do is make your baby happy.

ARCHIE · 10-19-2009, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by bjh

I would be curious to know if a companion would help him. Some dogs that have been raised alone never bond to a new companion and they continue their stressful behavior, regardless of the other companion. If Archie is still playful then he would probably enjoy a companion but I would recommend a older pup or perhaps a female closer to his age. It would be important to try to match personalities. I know all you want to do is make your baby happy.

He loves small dogs and I have been seriously thinking of getting a sister
for Buddy. I was going to look for a retired breeder or re-homed female
around his age and smaller tho, around 7-8lbs. He is full of energy and loves
playing with other dogs as long as they don't jump on him. My problem
is once this new pup is in my home I will not be able to give it up no matter
what circumstances come up, hence my hesitiation. I become attached
and therefore could never give it up. I have been threw so much with Buddy
I really thought, finally, things are settling down, then this! I don't want
to add stress into my live any more than I already have. He's a love and my
best pal but he's different than any other dog I have ever had. I need more
time to settle this thing now with him. Bringing in another dog and it not
working will really put me over the edge I'm afraid. We'll see what happens
with this Rescue Remedy.

chachi · 10-19-2009, 10:50 AM

I have used rescue remedy before. I gave to Jewels before a car ride and it did seem to help with her nervousnous but I have only used it one time

bjh · 10-19-2009, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by ARCHIE

He loves small dogs and I have been seriously thinking of getting a sister
for Buddy. I was going to look for a retired breeder or re-homed female
around his age and smaller tho, around 7-8lbs. He is full of energy and loves
playing with other dogs as long as they don't jump on him. My problem
is once this new pup is in my home I will not be able to give it up no matter
what circumstances come up, hence my hesitiation. I become attached
and therefore could never give it up. I have been threw so much with Buddy
I really thought, finally, things are settling down, then this! I don't want
to add stress into my live any more than I already have. He's a love and my
best pal but he's different than any other dog I have ever had. I need more
time to settle this thing now with him. Bringing in another dog and it not
working will really put me over the edge I'm afraid. We'll see what happens
with this Rescue Remedy.

I certainly understand your logic. It is wonderful that you are so good with Buddy and that you are doing all you can to make him happy. I know you will know when the time is right. The yorkie breed is not like any other breed. They are more like little children and they all have there own individual personality and they have different needs, just like children. Some are well adjusted and some are just brats.

ARCHIE · 10-19-2009, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by chachi

I have used rescue remedy before. I gave to Jewels before a car ride and it did seem to help with her nervousnous but I have only used it one time

We'll see when it arrives how he reacts to it. Hopefully it will make
him a bit more calm. I never knew he felt this way, ever! I can't help
but wonder what went threw his mind or want triggered it.
It's so hard to understand that this happened to him. I should have
stayed home today but I couldn't. I keep praying for 5. Hope he's
sleeping. He's not afraid of anything, vacumm, thunder, blow dryer
etc. Dosen't even phase him. I knew he dosen't like being alone but
i don't like going to work, it is what it is. I'm home every night the
exact same time. After 5yrs I wouldn't think such a thing would happen.

ARCHIE · 10-19-2009, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

I certainly understand your logic. It is wonderful that you are so good with Buddy and that you are doing all you can to make him happy. I know you will know when the time is right. The yorkie breed is not like any other breed. They are more like little children and they all have there own individual personality and they have different needs, just like children. Some are well adjusted and some are just brats.

lol and leave it to me to get a Brat but he's also so darn smart.
That's the problem. He understands too much for a dog!
Yes, I always said he was a two year old that never got any older.
I can't imagine life without him. He's put me threw the wringer for
5yrs but hey, what else do I have to do besides work. LOL
He's my boy and I only want him to be happy and not make me
nuts! Months go by and all is just fine then here we go again with
something new. I could never give him up because I know no one
else would put up with it. You gotta love him to understand I guess.
This time was very bad. The thought of him giving himself a heart
attack is just the last straw. Who would ever think this could happen?

bjh · 10-19-2009, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ARCHIE

lol and leave it to me to get a Brat but he's also so darn smart.
That's the problem. He understands too much for a dog!
Yes, I always said he was a two year old that never got any older.
I can't imagine life without him. He's put me threw the wringer for
5yrs but hey, what else do I have to do besides work. LOL
He's my boy and I only want him to be happy and not make me
nuts! Months go by and all is just fine then here we go again with
something new. I could never give him up because I know no one
else would put up with it. You gotta love him to understand I guess.
This time was very bad. The thought of him giving himself a heart
attack is just the last straw. Who would ever think this could happen?

Sometimes things can happen when we are away that could stress them out. I don't know if you live in a quiet neighborhood but it is possible that he heard something that upset him. Or like you said, with you leaving that door closed maybe it upset him for what ever reason. I do know their are things than can increase the risk of stress and personality changes, like vaccinations. Just think how boring life would be without all these new challenges. As they get older sometimes you do face lots of new challenges. Be sure to update us when you get home so we know how he is doing.

ARCHIE · 10-19-2009, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

Sometimes things can happen when we are away that could stress them out. I don't know if you live in a quiet neighborhood but it is possible that he heard something that upset him. Or like you said, with you leaving that door closed maybe it upset him for what ever reason. I do know their are things than can increase the risk of stress and personality changes, like vaccinations. Just think how boring life would be without all these new challenges. As they get older sometimes you do face lots of new challenges. Be sure to update us when you get home so we know how he is doing.

I thought it got easier as they got older

Oh heck, I'm in for it I think.
We live in a quiet con-do on the second fl. Not much activity going on
during the day unless utility worker's are there, they have been recently
putting in fios but yesterday was Sun and none were around.
No one ever complained about him barking in 5yrs. I do everything
imaginable to keep that under control. However when I'm not home
who no's. If neighbor's don't complain I can only assume he's been good.
If I'm not on during the evening all is fine. I never log in when I'm home
in the evening since I've been working

all day on the computer, so to
speak. If anything happens I will sure come on and tell you.
I've been praying for him all afternoon. I can't wait to get out of here.

bjh · 10-19-2009, 01:17 PM

Carol, don't worry, I am sure he will be fine. He may of just had a bad day yesterday. We all have those. Hugs.

ARCHIE · 10-20-2009, 07:13 AM

Buddy was FINE when I got home last night. I was so very relieved.
I have no idea how he could have gotten into such a state in only
2hrs last Sun but it was truly scary. Hopefully it was a one time deal.
I never experienced anything like it in the past.
I will use the Rescue Remedy when it arrives for a while and see if
it calms him. He only whines when I leave, sometimes howls but stops
when I knock on the door and say NO. Thank all of you for you
suggestions and recommending the RR. I will let you know how it works.

Hugs,

Tinksmum · 10-20-2009, 01:02 PM

I was in our local petstore (UK - not sure if this helps) and they had a leaflet about DAP - Dog Appeasing Pheromone. Which you can buy here as a collar or as a room vapouriser.... not sure if this is what Bachs is, but maybe it's also a thought for you

DAP The Dog Appeasing Pheromone calms stressed and anxious dogs
Good luck

bjh · 10-20-2009, 01:21 PM

I was glad to hear that Buddy was okay. Hopefully he won't have any more panic attacks.

10-19-2009, 10:50 AM	#36
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	I have used rescue remedy before. I gave to Jewels before a car ride and it did seem to help with her nervousnous but I have only used it one time __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

10-20-2009, 01:02 PM	#44
Tinksmum YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Northants, England Posts: 313	I was in our local petstore (UK - not sure if this helps) and they had a leaflet about DAP - Dog Appeasing Pheromone. Which you can buy here as a collar or as a room vapouriser.... not sure if this is what Bachs is, but maybe it's also a thought for you DAP The Dog Appeasing Pheromone calms stressed and anxious dogs Good luck Last edited by Tinksmum; 10-20-2009 at 01:03 PM.

10-19-2009, 01:17 PM	#42
bjh Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 7,959	Carol, don't worry, I am sure he will be fine. He may of just had a bad day yesterday. We all have those. Hugs.

10-20-2009, 07:13 AM	#43
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	Buddy was FINE when I got home last night. I was so very relieved. I have no idea how he could have gotten into such a state in only 2hrs last Sun but it was truly scary. Hopefully it was a one time deal. I never experienced anything like it in the past. I will use the Rescue Remedy when it arrives for a while and see if it calms him. He only whines when I leave, sometimes howls but stops when I knock on the door and say NO. Thank all of you for you suggestions and recommending the RR. I will let you know how it works. Hugs,

10-20-2009, 01:21 PM	#45
bjh Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 7,959	I was glad to hear that Buddy was okay. Hopefully he won't have any more panic attacks.