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<blockquote data-quote="hearts and roses" data-source="post: 135281" data-attributes="member: 2211"><p>Hi kjs~</p><p> </p><p>Re: the lb of chopmeat. I would just let 'nature' takes it course. The enxymes in a dog's stomach are SO much more powerful than humans so it's highly unlikely your dog(s) would pick up and keep any bugs. And especially since she didn't eat any dry commercial there was nothing to stop her up (IOW, keep the raw meat from digesting and being expelled). My dogs only eat raw food and because they do, they are not allowed to eat any commercial or dry foods with it - one or the other). </p><p> </p><p>It sounds like she has trouble socializing and hasn't learned her manners. A couple of sessions with a trainer ought to help since she's only a year old. If she were older, then I'd say don't waste your time, but she's still relatively young and you can still reign in her puppy-ness a bit.</p><p> </p><p>Time outs are fine. Many dogs do not eat or drink water when they are in a new/strange place, especially if they are being reprimanded all day. I don't think the facility was out of line by putting her in a time out and she probably was offered water throughout the day, but her nerves were holding her back. When I would pick up my old pup from doggy daycare, he'd rip through at least 2 cups of water in about 10 minutes. The provider said he wouldn't even eat treats at her home and never drank water though it was offered. Also, when he was put outside to do his business, he would just go sit in a corner and pee constantly. He was a strange dog, but she said that many new dogs behaved that way and it just took them a while to get to normal. Of course, our little guy was a rescue dog and was already 7 by then so there wasn't much we could do with him. And, incidentally, separation anxiety was the same reason we put him in doggy daycare.</p><p> </p><p>Using a crate at home or tethering your dog to something sturdy whenever - every time - she does something wrong will eventualy help her to see that certain behaviors are not okay (with a verbal reminder of course). But you have to be consistent. Our old vet said that leaving water available all day is not a good thing for certain dogs and that offering it to them only at certain times of the day can help them make the connection to drink it when it's offered because it won't always be available. I am not sure how true that is because we never tried it, but maybe that will help with your girl. </p><p> </p><p>We have a little dog who will be 6 this year and she always needs to be touched or have your attention. She's a cuddler and love everyone. However, she's never been truly socialized with other dogs so when she and our other dog get into a spat or play, she ends up biting so hard it draws blood. This is Sophie. Sophie and Nala recently fought over a piece of carrot and Sophie ended up biting Nala's ear - again. It happened when she first came to live with us (nala is older). They started to play and Sophie bit Nala's ear. She just doesn't 'get it', Know what I mean?? She's just a puppy at heart in other ways as well. They get along as long as they are not playing, which breaks my heart because Nala used to play great with our old little guy. </p><p> </p><p>Anyway, back to you-lol. Can you perhaps get her a few discipline sessions or buy do some research on those troubles you're experiencing. Also a book on your breed may help. I really think consistency at home is important. And most breeders will tell you that you shouldn't give your dog too much attention (though I've never believed that!) so by lavishing too much attention when you ARE home may make it difficult for her when you AREN'T home, Know what I mean??</p><p> </p><p>Good luck~</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hearts and roses, post: 135281, member: 2211"] Hi kjs~ Re: the lb of chopmeat. I would just let 'nature' takes it course. The enxymes in a dog's stomach are SO much more powerful than humans so it's highly unlikely your dog(s) would pick up and keep any bugs. And especially since she didn't eat any dry commercial there was nothing to stop her up (IOW, keep the raw meat from digesting and being expelled). My dogs only eat raw food and because they do, they are not allowed to eat any commercial or dry foods with it - one or the other). It sounds like she has trouble socializing and hasn't learned her manners. A couple of sessions with a trainer ought to help since she's only a year old. If she were older, then I'd say don't waste your time, but she's still relatively young and you can still reign in her puppy-ness a bit. Time outs are fine. Many dogs do not eat or drink water when they are in a new/strange place, especially if they are being reprimanded all day. I don't think the facility was out of line by putting her in a time out and she probably was offered water throughout the day, but her nerves were holding her back. When I would pick up my old pup from doggy daycare, he'd rip through at least 2 cups of water in about 10 minutes. The provider said he wouldn't even eat treats at her home and never drank water though it was offered. Also, when he was put outside to do his business, he would just go sit in a corner and pee constantly. He was a strange dog, but she said that many new dogs behaved that way and it just took them a while to get to normal. Of course, our little guy was a rescue dog and was already 7 by then so there wasn't much we could do with him. And, incidentally, separation anxiety was the same reason we put him in doggy daycare. Using a crate at home or tethering your dog to something sturdy whenever - every time - she does something wrong will eventualy help her to see that certain behaviors are not okay (with a verbal reminder of course). But you have to be consistent. Our old vet said that leaving water available all day is not a good thing for certain dogs and that offering it to them only at certain times of the day can help them make the connection to drink it when it's offered because it won't always be available. I am not sure how true that is because we never tried it, but maybe that will help with your girl. We have a little dog who will be 6 this year and she always needs to be touched or have your attention. She's a cuddler and love everyone. However, she's never been truly socialized with other dogs so when she and our other dog get into a spat or play, she ends up biting so hard it draws blood. This is Sophie. Sophie and Nala recently fought over a piece of carrot and Sophie ended up biting Nala's ear - again. It happened when she first came to live with us (nala is older). They started to play and Sophie bit Nala's ear. She just doesn't 'get it', Know what I mean?? She's just a puppy at heart in other ways as well. They get along as long as they are not playing, which breaks my heart because Nala used to play great with our old little guy. Anyway, back to you-lol. Can you perhaps get her a few discipline sessions or buy do some research on those troubles you're experiencing. Also a book on your breed may help. I really think consistency at home is important. And most breeders will tell you that you shouldn't give your dog too much attention (though I've never believed that!) so by lavishing too much attention when you ARE home may make it difficult for her when you AREN'T home, Know what I mean?? Good luck~ [/QUOTE]
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