Do be careful not to overload him - that's quite advanced skills you're working on, and he's still settling in. And watch out for any hesitation in the sit - my lurcher sat without any problem, but never held the position, and would have been uncomfortable if I'd insisted he did. But I caan see...
Be wary of advice to reduce his 'status' in the 'pack' - much of this 'pack' mentality is based on very old, incorrect ideas that are now known to be flawed. Instead, as you are now doing, just gently ensure good manners. In time Sid and Remi will work out their relationship for themselves, and...
My old dog ended up looking to me for a treat whenever we passed any dog, even though he had no interest in going up to them at all - which is fine, because it did mean the training was working and frequently reinforced. Then he started trying it on whenever we passed a person....
The average price of a vet consultation is a little over £50, though this does vary. You mentioned the dog walker - would it be possible for them to visit and see what they think?
It's quite possible that the heavy breathing is simply a reaction to the warmer weather - dogs can struggle a bit...
How long did you have her for before this? Is her breathing noticeably different now to when she first came? The owner really should have given you the vet's contact details. In your place, I would ring round local vets, explain the situation, and ask if you could either bring her in or describe...
It looks like the injured pup will be able to keep his eye :) The small hand-reared one has gone to a lovely home, I'm told - the new owners have sent photos of her tucked up in a dog bed with their other dog, and also on the lap of their 4-year-old daughter. I had wondered just how much...
Welcome to the forum - that's a good question, and it's great that you want to follow etiquette.
Plenty of people do let their dogs approach other off-lead dogs, but it really is best if you can prevent your dog from doing this. Some dogs can find being approached by a dog they don't know...
Yep, the potholes round here are atrocious. Part of the problem seems to be that when they are repaired, they are so badly done that they soon break down again. I think they tamp them down with the heel of their boot. I was just thinking the other day that you don't see steam rollers any more...
Salmon oil is meant to be good. And if you bathe him - don't, unless it's essential and then just use plain water.
I'd look at the quality of his food, too. My dog's coat improved when I switched him to raw.
Oh no!! But at least you know what the problem was now. And it could have been worse - he might have eaten food on the turn and been violently ill :eek: Be glad that he was more discerning than a lot of dogs!
What food are you giving him? Please give the brand and variety, so we can check the composition. How old is he, how long have you had him, and has he always been this way? I would also try different types of bowls in different places, to see if that makes a difference.
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