I had a worrying chat with the vet yesterday and wanted to get extra opinions from people here. Quite frequently (probably more than once a week)...
I'm still trying to train Jess to walk calmly past dogs and people, and came across this article by Pat Miller with lots of good training exercise...
I've used rabbit skin dummies with Jess and she definitely finds them exciting. She's not much interested in normal gundog dummies but quivers...
I think it's a brilliant idea! I'd love to do the same but the puppy memories are still a little too clear. Maybe in a year or two! I...
What beautiful dogs! And impressive patience with the introductions, I'm sure the hard work will pay off.
Oh good luck! I've been following your search and hoping that you find the perfect dog. I can't help on the perfect lab pup, but you actually...
I know how hard it is. Jess was like that. She would only settle in a confined space - in the kitchen behind a babygate or in her crate. I felt...
I'm interested in the replies to this too! On most individual walks I am actively training Jess's recall, so she gets a treat after responding...
Hmm. I didn't pay for Jess, as she came from my parents' dog. So that bit was a bargain. Everything else.... Initial outlay: Crates (car and...
That is a good question. She knows I don't want Jess chasing tennis balls and I've asked her not to throw things for Jess. (And she never lets...
That's it! Excellent - the answer is to get another spaniel!
Thanks, that gives me a few ideas for getting started. Shame that the answer is "slow patient training" and not a magic spell though :) This...
In the last few weeks Jess has been developing an incredibly annoying habit of stealing tennis balls from other dogs. Her whistle recall and...
Yes, at purely commercial rates I am sure that's true. I was wondering if it might be possible to find someone who would treat it as a...
oops - just realised it's not Lola that's looking for a home! What's the name of the spaniel?! Couldn't see it above.
Your poor friend, that's a difficult situation. This probably sounds silly, but have you mentioned the situation to everyone that you know? Do...
Echoing all those above. What a terrifying experience you've had (and Charlie). I'm so glad that it's good news.
I agree with this actually, though I do seem to have become a slave to mine :) Before I got my dog I would never have dreamed that she would...
This is an interesting thread. I have a full time job but fortunately have a lot of flexibility about my hours. Our schedule is pretty...
I'm so sorry to hear this. I hope Charlie recovers quickly.
