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Re: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
Dixie Flyer wrote: This morning Suzie got into big trouble. I was doing some plumbing chores in the bathroom while Sue decided to prepare a meatloaf lunch. She put all the ingredients out on the counter and left to do some computer work. Suzie disappeared and when Sue realized Suzie wasn't anywhere to be seen she went to the kitchen and surprised Suzie helping herself to the ground beef left on the counter. Ohhhh, that brings back memories! Our sweet Hachi (after being here for a few weeks or so,) was left alone downstairs with two freshly bbq'd tri tips and that dog got right up on the counter, pulled them down and ate one whole tri-tip and half of the other. My poor husband who had done the cooking had the look of murder on his face!!! Last night the bbq'd tri-tips were "resting" safely inside the oven! Pamela241Views0likes0CommentsRe: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
Camper Carl wrote: Sitting at the kitchen table was a real live orangutan. He was eating corn pops and watching the TV. On TV was the Jerry Springer show.Carl I almost fell off my chair laughing when I read that!!! That's a great story.. :)254Views0likes0CommentsRe: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
I hope Richard and Sue have a wonderful time on their trip and get some much needed R&R. Being a pet owner and the mother of 4, I can certainly attest to times I did not react properly to a situation. I hope we can all offer grace to each other and help bear one another's burdens. Rich and Sue have taken on alot; much more than I could ever handle and they have done it with kindness and compassion. Pamela245Views0likes0CommentsRe: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
I'm sure I'm partial, but those pups are the cutest things I've ever seen. Richard, glad to hear you are in better spirits. I don't want to preach to the choir here, but God is first cause in all and He knows the outcome. I know it must be hard for you to imagine that you can't save all the unwanted animals, but you can only do your best. Look at all the lives you have touched with just the story of Old Fella! Hachi thanks you again and again; our family adopted him only after hearing Old Fella's story. Our plan was to buy a pure bred Akita pup when Kobai passed. We now have the most lovable, loyal Akita you can imagine. (spoiled I might add - have you ever seen a 100lb dog go thru the drive-thru at Starbucks?) Have a great weekend everyone. Pamela251Views0likes0CommentsRe: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
Is it possible to restrain the dog in it's own front yard? Your neighbor could turn the current situation into something it's not - such as you "stealing" their dog and restraining it in your yard. Could you discreetly find out what exactly the dog leash laws are in your city? Our little town has a zero tolerance policy for dogs off a leash. I understand your concern about not adding fuel to the fire - but you also don't want to allow a person to break the law - it's there to protect the dog, its owner, your pups, you, the general public, etc. I know its a tough call. Good luck. Pamela235Views0likes0CommentsRe: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
When we adopted our rescue Akita, we were concerned that he would be a good match for our family of 6, with our 8 year old female Akita and two birds. Akitas are considered aggressive dogs - some insurance companies will not provide homeowner's insurance if you have Akitas. Luckily, we were introduced to last season's "The Dog Whisperer" only a few days before Hachi came home to live with us. My husband immediately started him on a brisk 30 - 45 minute walk twice per day. Hachi does not walk in front, he walks beside my husband during the walk. He is not allowed to wander on lawns and such. For the first 2 weeks, he was kept on a lead and was with either my husband or myself at all times; he did not wander the house or yard. We managed to let him know right away that DH was alpha male, and I was alpha female and we have not had a problem with him being aggressive at all. Ok, so he does eat butter when he can get it. :) Cesar Milan's techniques make sense. We tend to treat animals like humans instead of animals. This can cause aggression, nervous habits, fear, even psychotic behaviour in dogs. When they learn their place in the pack (family) they can relax and be a dog and be the loving companions we want them to be. Pamela153Views0likes0CommentsRe: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
dmcinroe wrote: So maybe I should just send DH out of town more often until Buddie gets used just me. Debbie Ha - ha - and on top of that you can be in charge of the remote too! Our resuce dog, Hachi is absolutely in love with my DH. The rest of us are chopped liver when he is around but when he is gone, he really tries to hang out with us. (He actually pouts for a while when he leaves) I try to pet him a little more and brush him a bit so he knows I love him too. My older son hugs him. For some reason this freaks Hachi out a bit but he is slowly getting used to it and now stands still when my son hugs him. What we are trying to do is get him used to different kinds of interaction. I still have friends with young kids and they tend to touch a dog differently then older kids do. I don't want Hachi being nervous around any children. Pamela193Views0likes0CommentsRe: A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}
Dmcinroe, You might try pushing a few fish oil caplets down Kallie's throat. Fish oil is a miracle supplement for both humans and animals and does wonders for hair and skin. Start with 1000mg and see how she does. Just watch her bowel movements. As for Buddie's fear, you might try looking into "The dog whisperer" videos or book. I don't know enough abaout your dog to give you advice but I have learned that we can encourage a dog's fear by babying them. (petting them and speaking in high voices when they are startled or scared) You almost have to retrain him so he is no longer afraid of you specifically. Glad you were able to visit this forum. I have personally learned alot from Richard, Sue and the others here. Pamela186Views0likes0Comments
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