Hi Jen; I had 4 barking dogs, barking at the two barking dogs in the back yard (hedge and fence between them but they can still see each other. Worked at...
Hi Sue: it isn't reverse sneezing is it? it can sound very alarming, but it is actually harmless..we have a dog that does this and has done for years. Chris ...
If you're in your house when your dogs start barking, say 'thank you' and go to see what they're barking about. Even if they're barking because the neighbor's...
Sue - First, take a deep breath and calm yourself. Your dogs cannot be calm and relaxed if you are not calm and confident. Second, any combination of...
Hi all I discovered a problem with my new illusion collar today and was wandering if anyone has experienced this. The collar is used on my standard poodle, and...
Hi Terry Thank you for your reply. Im not trying to start a business sorry maybe you misunderstood me! lol I can afford to take care of my own dogs, what I ...
<Fm List Owner CJ ~Sue - we, like Cesar say, "all ways are good that do not harm the dog" (and are welcomed here). THAT is the difference between Cesar's Way...
Can it be sinus drainage. My Beagle will cough and gag sounding like he has something caught in his throat. Vet said it's drainage and decribed it as the dog...
hi all Last week we touched on this subject i really need to talk about it in more depth,if anyone can add any more light on this after talking to a qualified...
I have been reading Cesar's latest book BE THE PACK LEADER. One of the interesting parts of the book involve his communication with a dog behaviorist who is...
Never had this problem. The only thing I can suggest is that right now you use something else until the dog heals. Perhaps you can put something like a...
What a wonderful learning experience to be able to work with a large pack of free roaming dogs like that! That would be just amazing to spend time and watch...
Hi Diane, Do you know that we have a foster dog list to help people like you specifically? http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Foster-Dog-Advanced-Solutions/ ...
We have been working on housebreaking my new 8 week old pit bull Spirit. For the past 2 nights, Spirit has kept her crate clean and dry and she goes outside...
Liz...I had that problem too. I cut and glued a piece of felt onto the inside of the collar, this made all the difference. Mary GWP Rescue, Inc is a 501c3...
Thank CJ and Gaye Good idea Gaye I will look into it. And yes it does. Other peoples techniques - I have realised this along the journey, Im glad you have...
I think that dogs learn and shape their responses to different species, according to their experiences and what they are taught.? They might not initially...
I strongly believe that dogs do know the difference between rabbits and dogs Otherwise, every dog would be out hunting other dogs for food. Prey is prey. Dogs...
Sue, I think your behaviorist is partially right. Unless your dog is EXPOSED to other species they don't know the difference between them and a rabbit. I run...
Sue, I would tend to disagree with the behaviorist because she is not taking into account that your dogs are part of a pack led by a human who has set limits...
I am so glad to hear this post. I have been looking into the ultrasonic device. The one I am looking into is shaped like a bird feeder and works up to 50 ft. I...
Sounds like you're progressing well. The puppy I fostered was a bit older, but he learned to sit before meals, wait to go out the door and come in and to not...
Hi Harriet Yes I agree. My dog compared to my bitch same breed have different behaviours regarding this.. Eddie (red zone) will chase almost anything, even...
Sue, Many people hunt rabbits with their dogs and those same dogs live peacefully with cats, chickens and other animals at home. Think of the dogs that live in...
We used the BarksolverX25 because I didn't want to have to rely on batteries and be able to move it from the dog run to the front. I thought it worked quite...
Hi, Jen! I think the problem is that your energy is too low and you are not claiming the fence - you're rewarding the dog for its behavior by patting him....
Sue - I'm curious about something. If you've answered this before, please bear with me - either I didn't read your response or I've forgotten it: WHY do you...
I don't remember if there's a specific way to post here, so if this doesn't fit the standard format, please let me know. I have Riley, a collie / GSD / lab...