KampingKris
Jan 26, 2015Explorer
need advice on older dog...
She's nearly 11 or so we think. We've had her almost 10 of those years She's always had some interesting traits especially regarding people's feet. But lately we think she's losing her night vision. She gets very agitated in the evening and will attack anyone's feet if they walk within range. She will grab a pant leg or a sock and hold on...And everyone is a victim - even the DH who is undeniably pack leader.
It's been getting worse. She doesn't do this during the day just at night. We've tried a spray bottle - which ends the episode but doesn't prevent it. And it can be a problem when going to the bathroom in the middle of the night.
Last night I tried a "thunder shirt" I had bought her for fireworks and it seemed to help some but she will still give you the evil "eye" like she is afraid and no words except "treat" seems to get her in a different frame of mind.
So, of course, a month ago in a weak moment I added another rescue - a small male. She's been pretty good with him but today she just flipped out and attacked. She was very clamped on him and he was just trying to get away.
No puncture or wounds that I can see (which surprised me) but it was scary. They walk well together and even play most of the time.
Now of course, I'm rethinking my decision and wondering whether i should find another home for the little guy. Or should I just see if things improve given more adjustment time?
It's been getting worse. She doesn't do this during the day just at night. We've tried a spray bottle - which ends the episode but doesn't prevent it. And it can be a problem when going to the bathroom in the middle of the night.
Last night I tried a "thunder shirt" I had bought her for fireworks and it seemed to help some but she will still give you the evil "eye" like she is afraid and no words except "treat" seems to get her in a different frame of mind.
So, of course, a month ago in a weak moment I added another rescue - a small male. She's been pretty good with him but today she just flipped out and attacked. She was very clamped on him and he was just trying to get away.
No puncture or wounds that I can see (which surprised me) but it was scary. They walk well together and even play most of the time.
Now of course, I'm rethinking my decision and wondering whether i should find another home for the little guy. Or should I just see if things improve given more adjustment time?