She rolls in fox pooh!

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  1. David

    David Registered Users

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    Any suggestions other than being on the ball and watching her like a hawk in fox pooh teritory?
     
  2. pippa@labforumHQ

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    Re: She rolls in fox pooh!

    Oh dear, I feel for you

    We used to have a spaniel that loved to roll in anything remotely revolting. I am afraid this is a really tricky one to solve. :(
    All you can do is keep her close and busy (retrieving games etc) , and work on recalling her away as soon as she shows any signs of an impending 'roll', using high value rewards when she returns. The 'busy' part might not seem relevant but I think it really does help. Dogs rarely do this in situations where they anticipate a lot of fun (on a shoot for example), it tends to happen on long walks where the dog is being left to its own devices, or at home in the garden if you have visiting foxes. It is another very good reason not to feed foxes, and to encourage neighbours to do likewise

    Sorry I cant offer a cure!
    Good luck

    Pippa
     
  3. David

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    Re: She rolls in fox pooh!

    Hey ho! Thanks.
     

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