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I've also found through this that the name work we did in obedience class works wonders too. Say her name, she looks at me.

She gets paid in treats she loves and only gets when we're working...still not okay? You're not a pain, Jen. You have a lot more experience than many people and I value your suggestions. I guess I do interrupt her first with some sort of noise...after I posted earlier I was paying more attention to what I do when she grabs something she shouldn't. I do interrupt her with a noise and then ask her to come and sit or come and do a "here." Weird how parts of that have just become habit. Sorry for the derailment, folks!

I like to use a small noise too - think of the buzzer noise from the game "Taboo"...that is the noise I make...sort of a "EH!" noise. Clarice's "come" command is pretty good (at least indoors), so, more often than not lately, I am just telling her to come to me instead of using a "negative" noise to first get her attention. So maybe work on "come" with your dog and then use it in those instances. I have to use a pretty happy high pitched voice for "come," but, it works.

Ace used to make an offering to my cats at every meal, after she saw one of the cats eating out of her food dish (when I just had Ace, I fed her twice a day, but she often would not eat her meals immediately). She'd grab 4 pieces of kibble, walk into the dining room, and set them on the rug and back away slowly

I'd definitely consult a behaviorist...but in the meantime also get him an Adaptil collar - it might help take some of the edge off of the anxiety he is feeling. Unless he has a huge neck, the 17" one for puppies should fit just fine. I ordered Clarice's from Amazon. Her aggression was not anywhere near as severe as what you are dealing with, but, it helped her anxiety enough that it made working with her much easier. Unlike putting him on medications, the Adaptil certainly can't hurt, but might help. There are also diffusers available. I've used those too and had good results. I'm sure the behaviorist will have some good pointers for you. Working on basic obedience things really helps you to build a relationship with your dog. Wishing all the best for both of you!

That is what kills me about greyhound gas - the fact that people think that's just life. Gas from your dog means their food doesn't agree and you need to find something different that agrees with them better. Did you go with the grain-free Authority, or the original Authority food?

At this point it's just easier to make my own jerky for the dogs...cheaper too.

I do not have experience with it yet - we still have Frontline tubes to use up. But, the woman that has Clarice's mama has used it with both of her greyhounds with zero issues. No tummy issues, nothing.

Sounds like someone needs a chiro adjustment

The issue is, people in general are very stupid. And most people don't take the time to read about things for their pets. They figure a trip to Petco or Petsmart is a special thing for their pet, and if those stores carry it, it must be good for their dog. So they buy this crap because it's on the shelf and then end up with a sick or dead dog.

I have lupus and my pups can definitely tell if I'm having a bad day. Thankfully those are few and far between, but, winter is hard here, and I'm the genius that brought home a 17 month old puppy in December It sounds to me like he is a very lucky pup. But if you are wanting to do more, try puzzle toys, or take a basic obedience class together. Clarice and I really enjoyed the class we took. It tired her out and also helped us learn lots of helpful things. I work with her on something nearly every day, so, our training time is enjoyable and stimulating for her. Plus, now she listens

I lift with one arm in front of the chest, one arm around the rear end. Lift with your legs. If I can boost a dog in, I get their front feet up, then stand directly behind them and place my hands just above the backs of the knees and lift up their rear end.

In my experience, my osteo kids handled tramadol better when it was given in smaller doses but more frequently. 50-100mg every 8 hours worked well for us, as opposed to doing 150-200mg every 12. Less weirdness from the meds that way. Gabapentin is worth its weight in GOLD and made a huge difference in managing pain. Definitely get some of that on hand.

Clarice tried to EAT a bee the other day! I can't imagine what sort of nightmare that would have been. Thank goodness your sweetie seems to be okay. I've sat on a bee and been stung before and that is NO fun!

Definitely do not biopsy. Visit the Osteo Thread here in this forum. You're going to need advice and support. Unfortunately there are too many members of this awful club, but, what that means is there are a bunch of us who have walked this path (some of us many times), and we can be there to support you.

Several people have had good luck with trazodone...apparently even if you get it into them a little late it'll work.

I'd totally go for it Broodies are so much fun!

I have found that very often those with blue coats, blue brindle, blue fawn, etc. are neurotic/have very odd behaviors. At least a dozen or so dogs I've met that are either blue, blue fawn, or blue brindle have been.

The tears won't stop here. Tears thinking of your heartbreaking loss...tears for all of the hounds and their loved ones who have walked this path...tears over the 4 losses I've experienced because of osteo. The 20th marks one year since I had to say goodbye to Fritz. My heart aches for you and your family. You're not alone in your grief.

Go for the WWW harness. Clarice walks like a dream on lead with her martingale, but, for hikes and road races we use her harness. It's just easier. I don't think he is pulling...

In total I have had 7 greyhounds live here over the years with my two kitties. Of those, 4 were/are completely obsessed with toys. Ace and Fritz LOVED toys. Ozzie loves to shake toys really hard. Clarice takes them to her bed and bites at them but does not rip.

Jen (BigOrangeDog) has at least a dozen males at her house and no issues. I have three boys and no issues. MOST boys are pretty easygoing and like their "bro time"

So...we are going to start Intermediate Obedience as soon as I have the $$ for the classes. Sure, we can work on things here at home. But the class provides structure and the opportunity to meet other breeds in a controlled environment. Clarice also seems to work better when we are in class. It's funny...she's very serious when we are there. Reminds me of assistance dogs and how they know that when their vest is on, they're at work. I'd also like to try agility with her (we have to pass intermediate obedience first). She LEAPS like nobody's business, never hesitates when we encounter stairs (we do not have ANY stairs here at home), and is generally pretty fearless. Not saying I KNOW she would be good at it, but, I'd like to try it and see of she enjoys it

Wow...that's a tough one! I'm no expert - I'd have tried some of the things you have already tried. I'm sure someone here will have some advice and some more things to try though!

Rimadyl alone made Fritz like a zombie. Deramaxx is our NSAID of choice here. Less zombies!