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Post by sammy13 on Aug 16, 2012 15:09:28 GMT -5
This is not a Gap dog but a very special lad just the same. My dog sitter has 3 dogs trust rescue dogs. Betty arrived first-6year old collie gsd cross-very lively. Murphy- fox hound, 12/13 years old,bad life and full of arthirits. Then Dylan. He is a nearly 3 year old collie whippet cross. This is his 3rd home and he was mistreated(hit) in at least one of them.He is a real bundle of love and very lively. he lives in a very loving home,( i wouldnt trust just anyone with my dogs)and they are very calm people. Dylan has anxiety issues and fear aggression. They have trained him from the start and he has done clicker training as they were part of a dog training club. He has also had physchological assessment. Trouble is they are at there wits end with him. He is showing aggression to there 2 adult children and if anyone tries to stroke him when he is out. It goes a lot further than the usual lurcher mouthing although he hasnt broken the skin but they fear it may only be a matter of time. He hates anyone knocking the front door or any strange noises.They are going to get a dapp collar as they already use a plug in. Can anyone give any advice please. I love this dog and him me, he cries when he sees me and would hate him to have to go back or worse if he bit someone. Sorry its a long post but have tried to give as much info as possible
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Post by Cath on Aug 16, 2012 15:39:48 GMT -5
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Post by jodav on Aug 16, 2012 16:04:47 GMT -5
Vet check to make sure there is nothing medical as well as behaviourist help? Also assessment and practical help from a T Touch practitioner to help relieve tension and reactivity. I've noticed an improvement in Paddy's tension and nervousness since wearing the wrap.
Judging by this poor dog's history, it's probably going to be a long haul unfortunately and a lot of patience required.
Jo x
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Post by trouble on Aug 16, 2012 16:45:22 GMT -5
Agreed Jim Greenwood is excellent.
In the meantime....I have a dog with similar issues. Speaking from my own experience I found that making him feel safe and building up trust is number one priority and doing things at the pace he feels comfortable with.
Wendals dog calmer helped take the edge off his nerves.(You mix it into their food) As he was already wheat intolerant I also looked further into his food. I noticed lamb made him more aggressive. I crushed a little magnesium up and sprinkled it onto his food as a deficiency can increase symptoms of anxiety.
Taking control of situations so he can relax and feel safe has made such a difference to him. I also made some rules to make him feel safer like nobody strokes him unless he asks like nudging or presenting himself. When any visitors arrive, I make sure he is moved to another room before they come in. Out and about he is muzzled. Strangers tend to give your dogs a wide berth when they see them muzzled but they should tell any strangers not to stroke him.
I don't know if they have looked into things like Ttouch and Behavior Adjustment Therapy but they are worth looking at
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Post by julies on Aug 17, 2012 1:35:11 GMT -5
Totaly agree .. vet check but also chiropractic check as many vets don't rate chiros and muscular and or skeletal pain can be missed by vets ... check diet - even chicken and rice can cause intolerances, check treats .. my Lucy goes even more mad on things like Marrowbone treats, TTouch and wraps (if he can tolerate them but a Practitoner will be able to help), give him his own space where no one goes to, call him to you not go to him, is he getting enough exercise and mental stimulation? Play games at home like search and find games as well as finding somewhere safe to let him off lead if they can, use child gates to keep him away from new people so he can see but not get too close and give him (and the opthers) a Kong when visitors come so he has something nice to associate with visitors (supervise all dogs when giving all Kongs but you know that  ) muzzle him ...just allow him time to settle down in his family .. don't rush him Get the children to give him his meals if poss so a nice connection to them for him oh and they could put one of their worn tee shirts on his bed to remind him they are ok too . If they are anywhere near Bath the TTouch Practitioner training courses are coming up, we have a Client Day when anyone can book their dog in and bring it to the training courses .. one or two of the experienced trainees will work with the client dog (under supervision of the Course Assistants), cost is usually about 310 and that goes to charity (GRWE normally) .. check out the Tilley Farm website for details J xx |
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Post by twiggyandsarah on Aug 17, 2012 3:36:54 GMT -5
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Post by hollysmum on Aug 17, 2012 3:43:08 GMT -5
All of the above.
I hope you can help him poor lad.
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Post by just jackie on Aug 17, 2012 4:01:53 GMT -5
If they have room I would instal a crate for Dylan, not as a place of punishment, but more a retreat that he can go to. I've found that nervous dogs appreciate having the security of a crate they can go to when things get too much. They don't need to shut him in there, but rather make it a comfortable, warm, interesting place for him to choose to be in. Apart from that I have nothing to add to what has already been suggested, but I hope that they find some way soon to make life more relaxing for this youngster especially after his previous bad experiences.   Jackie x |
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Post by 7lurchers on Aug 17, 2012 5:52:09 GMT -5
Totaly agree .. vet check but also chiropractic check as many vets don't rate chiros and muscular and or skeletal pain can be missed by vets ... check diet - even chicken and rice can cause intolerances, check treats .. my Lucy goes even more mad on things like Marrowbone treats, TTouch and wraps (if he can tolerate them but a Practitoner will be able to help), give him his own space where no one goes to, call him to you not go to him, is he getting enough exercise and mental stimulation? Play games at home like search and find games as well as finding somewhere safe to let him off lead if they can, use child gates to keep him away from new people so he can see but not get too close and give him (and the opthers) a Kong when visitors come so he has something nice to associate with visitors (supervise all dogs when giving all Kongs but you know that ) muzzle him ...just allow him time to settle down in his family .. don't rush him Get the children to give him his meals if poss so a nice connection to them for him oh and they could put one of their worn tee shirts on his bed to remind him they are ok too . If they are anywhere near Bath the TTouch Practitioner training courses are coming up, we have a Client Day when anyone can book their dog in and bring it to the training courses .. one or two of the experienced trainees will work with the client dog (under supervision of the Course Assistants), cost is usually about 310 and that goes to charity (GRWE normally) .. check out the Tilley Farm website for details J xx Poor boy Julie said what I was going to say.  Julie's keyboard seems to have a glitch, the cost for client day is normally £10. I would say he may not tolerate a wrap at the moment too, better to work with a practitioner initially. A local TTouch Practitioner can be found at www.ttouchtteam.org.uk |
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Post by julies on Aug 17, 2012 6:30:43 GMT -5
[Poor boy Julie said what I was going to say. Julie's keyboard seems to have a glitch, the cost for client day is normally £10. I would say he may not tolerate a wrap at the moment too, better to work with a practitioner initially. A local TTouch Practitioner can be found at ttouchtteam.org.uk/ [/quote] Oooops thanks Rachel LOL I tihnk my brain has the glitch so nice to blame something else LOL J x |
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Post by sammy13 on Aug 17, 2012 14:21:59 GMT -5
Thanks all I will pass this on and fingers crossed |
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