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    Soiling In The Crate - Need Some Advice

    in Training and Behavior discussion

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    I am going to suggest the durachew type of toy. Spent some time with them tonight. Love the little retriever girl but OMG she is hyper. I also am not convinced that either of them are getting walks on a consistent basis - which does tend to be a problem up here in the winter months.

     

    Have asked him to set up his webcam so we can observe for a couple of days . . . . 3 greyt days this week then yesterday . . . NOT so much.

    Soiling In The Crate - Need Some Advice

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    How long is the dog alone?



    The dog is alone approx 8 hours a day.



    Exercise is he getting?



    The adopter says lots (but not sure)



    dog-walker or neighbor to let him out in the middle of the day



    I suggested this and we tried it - there were accidents before the dog walker even got. there. As for alone training, we went back to basics and started over while the adopter was on vacation. And things were good for about one month, but have just gone backwards.



    Another note - this guy came from an adoption kennel where turnouts may not have been very regular. We have a few dogs that arrived that were used to peeing in their crate. Any other ideas on how to stop it?





    I know the dog is NOT getting a kong in the crate,


    Soiling In The Crate - Need Some Advice

    in Training and Behavior discussion

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    Not for me but for one of our adopters.

     

    This boy has not hesitated to pee in his crate since going into the home. In his foster home this never happened. The differences are that the foster mom was home most of the time, but anytime he was left in his crate there was no problem.

     

    He is not drinking excessively, goes out for a walk before the fellow goes to work. We have tried having someone come in to let him out partway through the day, have also tried NOT crating him. Have put a belly band on - didn't discourage him a bit. Been to the vet -- no UTi. There is a another dog - non greyhound in the home who is not crated (but has no accidents at all)

     

    This adopter has been amazingly patient, has come home from work everyday for the last 6 months and washes all the bedding etc. But it is wearing on him, and now the boy has started to poop while he is gone as well.

     

    Any advice you could give that I could pass on would be really appreciated.

    New Racing Rescue Starting To Nip At Other Dogs When Playing

    in Training and Behavior discussion

    Posted

    Alan,

     

    Nipping is NOT the issue - the dog park is.

     

    I would like to suggest that you have a long chat with someone from your adoption group. If you had adopted from me, the first thing I would be telling you is to stay away from dog parks - at least until you and your hound have been together longer. She is newly retired meaning her whole life up until now has been focused on chasing - so she is only doing what is natural for her at the dog park. The consequences can be devastating. Please take a step back and talk with someone first.

     

    I would never use a soft style muzzle on a greyhound. Again, someone from the adoption group can show you how to properly size the plastic turnout muzzle and if necessary can show you how to attach it to a collar so it cannot come off.

    Lucas

    in Remembrance

    Posted · Edited by djsgreys

    I opened GT one morning and there he was, sitting in the grass - calling to me.

     

    Lucas was not doing well and needed a change in environment. I offered to take him but didn't think I stood a chance. They wanted a place for him where someone was home most of the time due to his separation anxiety and I work full time. They wanted him to go to a smaller pack and no one has ever used those words to describe my house. And I lived so far away. But somehow it all came together and after a few conversations, Lucas was on his way to me.

     

    He arrived at midnight on October 8, 2012 - Thanksgiving Day here in Canada. As I waited at the airport for him I wondered what I had got myself into. But the moment I met him I knew there was nothing to worry about. Lucas came out of his crate with a huge grin on his face, his tail wagging as fast and hard as it possible could and ready to take on whatever came next. And that is exactly what he did.

     

    Lucas loved life - and was the happiest greyhound I have ever met. Whether out doing meet and greets or lazing at home, he was the ultimate charmer. You could NOT meet Lucas and NOT fall in love - he was just that special. He loved going for walks, loved even more just hanging out and checking all the smells in the yard. But a car ride - that was the best thing ever especially those that ended up at McDonalds for a hamburger or Dairy Queen for an ice cream cone.

     

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    We had a special bond, Lucas and I. Every evening we had Lucas time. I sat beside him on his bed and he would lay his head in my lap. He was my best big boy. As I stroked and petted, we had greyt talks and believe me if I stopped petting too soon he did talk. It was during one of our evening sessions that I found the lump on his pad. At first I thought it was nothing, and the vet agreed. But soaking and antibiotics did not clear it up. It just started to look worse. So last August we took the lump off, and discovered that it was melanoma. Even though we treated with the vaccine, it came back - and aggressively.

     

    On Saturday, Lucas lost his brave battle with the disease, and crossed to the bridge cradled in my arms. He took with him on his journey a huge piece of my heart. But in his short time with me he was happy and he taught me not to dwell on what has been but to revel in each day and all it brings. I'll remember that lesson.

     

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    Lucas, how precious the time we had together - how beautiful the memories we made that will get me through. Rest well, my best big boy knowing how much I love you. I will always miss you . . . .

     

    Until we meet again

     

     

     

    Doubles

    in Remembrance

    Posted

    Pat, I am so sorry that it was time for Doubles to leave. Take comfort in knowing that he did blossom with you and had the very best time of his life.

     

    In the spring, we will find just the right flower for the Memory Garden, and plant it close to those for Bugsy and Belle Walker, to honor our friend Doubles.

     

    Godpseed sweet man, no more siezures.

    Tessa 7/10/02 - 12/26/13, New Pic Post 60

    in Remembrance

    Posted

    Godspeed sweet Tessa. In the springtime, we will find just the right plant to remember you by and you will join all the angels in the Memory Garden.

     

    Ducky, thank you for showing Tessa what a home should be - she knew what it was to have kind words, love and be cherished. I am so sorry that she could not stay longer to enjoy the life she finally found with you. :grouphug

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