tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post3554671341954160136..comments2024-01-06T15:58:20.726-07:00Comments on Never Ending Journey: I'm Bored.....Lyniluhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04742585512852240355noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-36337973401543736442008-06-16T13:04:00.000-06:002008-06-16T13:04:00.000-06:00Caroline, the crate is probably going to be used i...Caroline, the crate is probably going to be used in the next few days. I thought I would try while I was gone a short while to see how they would do and now I know! I also wanted to give them a few days without being boxed in. I didn't want them to think they were back in the shelter or puppy mill. I think it is OK to crate them now. I think they know they belong here .... although Sam seems to have a short attention span!!<BR/><BR/>Gail came over to meet Sam before I brought Max home. And Linda met them both the other night. Slowly but surely, we'll get them adjusted to having people around without being threatened. As I've said .... I'm just impatient for them to "belong" so they will relax and enjoy life as pampered pups!Lyniluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04742585512852240355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-35964862057127599142008-06-16T12:45:00.000-06:002008-06-16T12:45:00.000-06:00So glad to hear that everyone is adjusting. I thin...So glad to hear that everyone is adjusting. I think you need to have some puppy parties and have some of your friends come by your house. Not only will it do you good, but I think it will be good for the puppies to see what it is like when you have people over. Do you leave them in the crate when you leave? That would help with any accidents.Carolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14476059033054104085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-8910816885563137412008-06-16T10:18:00.000-06:002008-06-16T10:18:00.000-06:00Walker, it is often the humans who are more proble...<B>Walker</B>, it is often the humans who are more problematic! I'm guessing that your SIL needs some training! LOL!Lyniluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04742585512852240355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-27665204123665079602008-06-16T10:02:00.000-06:002008-06-16T10:02:00.000-06:00They will learn to tell you that thye want out.My ...They will learn to tell you that thye want out.<BR/>My SILs dog does it when and where he wants but when he is with me he begs to go out or he will find himself in his crate for the remainder of the day. My house my rules and dogs have to follow the rules.<BR/>It was harder training my friends to his the toilet when they went to the washroom LMAOWalkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00341478577481025783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-43024026670673628822008-06-16T09:50:00.000-06:002008-06-16T09:50:00.000-06:00Reach, I am aware that it is relatively good, for ...<B>Reach</B>, I am aware that it is relatively good, for sure. <BR/><BR/>The closest PetCo is more than an hour away, unfortunately. When I go, I will certainly take them, but I won't make that drive (Gas $$!!) until I have to. Max is pretty open to snacks. It's just little Sam that is finicky.<BR/><BR/>"Possessive food disorder." I like that term! He does fine with me, but if one of the others is too close he grumbles and growls. He hasn't snapped at them, but does startle them. He also "steals" food or treats from them on occasion. When Giving treats, I stand in the middle and locate their snacks away from each other. We'll get there, I think!<BR/><BR/>I just keep reminding myself that Sam probably never got treats, and Max had to fight for his food for a period of time. Both are workable. :)<BR/><BR/><B>Beans</B>, I have to laugh because as I read your comment, I realized that when I stay home out of choice, I'm OK for several days of it, but when it isn't exactly my choice .... I rebel!! Goofball!<BR/><BR/>Yes, the kids are adjusting pretty well. Your "bathroom story" makes me think about so many dogs that I've known who do that same thing. I don't know what it is! China often goes with me, plops down on the rug and waits. Max is doing this, too. Funny little characters!Lyniluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04742585512852240355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-42123408986877399852008-06-16T09:31:00.000-06:002008-06-16T09:31:00.000-06:00I hear you. Work has been slow, and so I have been...I hear you. Work has been slow, and so I have been home a lot, and it has been hot, which means I am not out as much with the dog as I should be.<BR/><BR/>People say it is great fun to be home all the time--until you ARE home all the time.<BR/><BR/>Glad the boys and girl seem to be getting along well. I understand about the dog moving with you wherever you go. I could turn around and addie moves-I just want to tell her to stay, I am just going to pee and I will be right back. She prefers to help get me there I guess.beanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11859055654446653954noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-72865900822693480912008-06-16T09:01:00.000-06:002008-06-16T09:01:00.000-06:00I am happy to see the adjustments are going well. ...I am happy to see the adjustments are going well. It could be so much worse and I am thankful it is not. <BR/><BR/>Is there a Pet Co locally, or a similar pet store, which will allow the animals entrance? As for the treats, it is a good idea to test Max and Sam inside the store. This way, they can observe, or sample, the different varieties of treats and give you an idea of the most effective purchase. <BR/><BR/>I had one dog, Blue, who had a “possessive food disorder”. The way we over-came this problem was actually quite easy. I would remain in the area after feeding him and eventually worked my way up to petting him while he ate. As he learned I was not threatening him, or his food, I soon became able to relocate his bowl after he had begun feeding. Thus, when the time arrived for him to “share” his meal with another dog, he had no problems. If I understand Max’s behavior correctly, he will need a demonstration that sharing is the norm, he will continue to get his share, and I think he will come around.<BR/><BR/>You are achieving many successes here, as it is obvious lives are enhanced and fuller by your presence. I love these reports…..<BR/><BR/>Be Safe,<BR/><BR/>ReachReachhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07008577102133873614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-80448499703674047492008-06-16T08:27:00.000-06:002008-06-16T08:27:00.000-06:00Daisy, I've kept Sam close to me whenever possible...<B>Daisy</B>, I've kept Sam close to me whenever possible for the last 18 or so hours, and he is calmer. I think that is the trick for the next few days. And Max doesn't seem to mind, as he only crowded between us once. I relocated him to my other side, and he was happy, too. Ali and China seem fine with it because it means they can rest undisturbed!<BR/><BR/>We'll get it worked out!!Lyniluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04742585512852240355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28840534.post-49309807588567736592008-06-16T08:09:00.000-06:002008-06-16T08:09:00.000-06:00Glad to Max is adjusting. Sam will come around. ...Glad to Max is adjusting. Sam will come around. Poor little guy. Good luck to them both with their procedures.Daisyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05401667744228083776noreply@blogger.com