Last chance..... - Page 2

Sakara · #21 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 10:49 PM

oh I forgot to mention... He also chewed up a pack of AA batteries....

here's what the dumbbutt did....

MalinoisK9 · #22 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 10:49 PM

Remote Collar Dog Training for Pet Owners DVD

Buy and watch this a few times before ever putting an e-collar on the dog. As good as e-collars are, improper usage can cause more problems than good. I highly recommend this DVD.

RayRay · #23 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 10:50 PM

At least he didn't eat through the drywall.

Had a dog do that.

Sakara · #24 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 10:56 PM

WOW rayray, LOL! he's lucky he didn't eat my wall

or anything expensive -_- at least he has cheap taste -__-

kellymack515 · #25 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Future Snake Guy

i highly doubt this is true because if ashley loves that dog half as much as she loves her boas then that dog is probly spoiled. HOWEVER its probly the age, i have a 13 month lab who gets enough attention for 10 dogs and he acts like hes completly ignored.

Perhaps I wasn't being clear. By "giving attention" I mean exercise. Not just playing and cuddling. A dog of that breed and age needs to be worn out multiple times daily. If that isn't happening, he'll find another way to exert his energy, ie- destroying things. I know Ashley absolutely loves Koda. With everything he's done, the fact that she's still trying speaks volumes to that.

Maybe an indoor crate just isn't right for him. Have you thought about getting an outdoor pen for your backyard? Something he can run around in and get a bit of exercise. That may help.

MalinoisK9 · #26 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:01 PM

Mental stimulation is the best way to tire out a dog... more so than physical. Teach him tricks and various obedience. Doing activities that require his mind and his muscles to work will not only drain some of that energy but also make him happier (aka you happier).

Sakara · #27 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:05 PM

well we have a 6foot fence and he LOVES to run and play outside which he does a LOT when it's not freezing out, lol... He will literally play for hours outside with or without us... And then when he's tired he will just lay down and bask, lol... There is also a school up the road that has a fenced in tennis court and kid play area that we can throw a ball around in and stuff...

I'm trying, lol... I don't like to give up, and I'll buy collars, an outdoor dog house, balls, toys, whatever I have to to try to wear him out or cut his bad habbits... lol... but yea... this is annoying

mpgt · #28 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:08 PM

You need to find him another owner for your own safety and his.

kenyabloodstone · #29 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:11 PM

I agree with mpgt. I would find him another home before one of you gets seriously injured

MalinoisK9 · #30 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:20 PM

From what she has said on her threads on here, this isn't a case of an aggressive dog. This is a case of a dog that isn't used to rules and structure. Sure there has been/will be bumps along the way. But as long as she is willing to put in the time and effort to do the right kind of training with the right trainer.... there is no reason she needs to get rid of this dog. As reptile keepers aren't we used to enough of this shouldn't have crap? We are all about up hill work.

RayRay · #31 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by MalinoisK9

From what she has said on her threads on here, this isn't a case of an aggressive dog. This is a case of a dog that isn't used to rules and structure. Sure there has been/will be bumps along the way. But as long as she is willing to put in the time and effort to do the right kind of training with the right trainer.... there is no reason she needs to get rid of this dog. As reptile keepers aren't we used to enough of this shouldn't have crap? We are all about up hill work.

I agree 110%
Also, if you have a dog that put it's mouth on people for whatever reason, and rehomed it, wouldn't you feel bad if the new owner or someone else got bit? What if they took legal action against you for it.
Sadly, there is a shortage of people that will willingly take large "working" breeds and actually know how to deal with them. Most of those people have met several dogs in this situation or have worked with them.
Rehoming is a nice thought, but with a dog that is showing some defensive behaviors like Koda is, rehoming is the "easy" way out.

nxlude · #32 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:39 PM

Holy cow......my pups would be seeing stars if they tried that lol

Sakara · #33 (**permalink**) 02-05-2010, 11:57 PM

i know he's got a lot of energy and is going through a "stage" right now, and I don't wanna give up on him... But if he snaps or bites at me, I dunno how well I'm going to be able not to knock his teeth out -_-

I'm workin on him...and I will keep trying... Maybe I will try to leave him outside for like 3 hours and see what he does... Then maybe I could let him be crated outside while I'm at work with water and if he breaks out, it might not hurt anything

Future Snake Guy · #34 (**permalink**) 02-06-2010, 12:39 AM

if i where you id build him an outside kennel with a roof i wish i had the yard to do it with parker. but if he is as smart as u say he is i would put a roof on it so there where no runn aways

mpgt · #35 (**permalink**) 02-06-2010, 12:48 AM

If someone without the appropriate knowledge/skill level posted here saying their hot or giant snake was becoming a danger, we would not likely suggest that they continue working with the animal. It may be ok with a small nonvenomous snake, but not with something that poses a serious threat to life or limb. Suggestions that rehoming is "the easy way out" are dangerous at this point.

This dog would probably be great in the right environment. A shelter or breed rescue would probably have the ability to select a suitable new owner.

Sakara · #36 (**permalink**) 02-06-2010, 12:49 AM

lol we have a decent sized yard and I'd rather buy a dog house then build one hahaha. it would be much better quality haha. but I guess if I
spent. hundred bucks on a house at lowes with a teather point I could get him a looooong metal leash for outside so he can't get to the fence lol

mpgt · #37 (**permalink**) 02-06-2010, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Sakara

i know he's got a lot of energy and is going through a "stage" right now, and I don't wanna give up on him... But if he snaps or bites at me, I dunno how well I'm going to be able not to knock his teeth out -_-

I'm workin on him...and I will keep trying... Maybe I will try to leave him outside for like 3 hours and see what he does... Then maybe I could let him be crated outside while I'm at work with water and if he breaks out, it might not hurt anything

You're still making excuses for him. The damage is done at this point. He doesn't trust or respect you, and you can't trust him.

Sakara · #38 (**permalink**) 02-06-2010, 12:54 AM

well if I take him to a shelter he will be put down. it will be his 3rd strike. and I won't do that

MalinoisK9 · #39 (**permalink**) 02-06-2010, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by mpgt

You're still making excuses for him. The damage is done at this point. He doesn't trust or respect you, and you can't trust him.

Thats not true at all. All she needs is some help from a professional trainer. I have yet to meet a dog that with the right help couldn't be a trusted house dog. The only way it's a lost cause is if she gives up and doesn't get any help.

mpgt · #40 (**permalink**) 02-06-2010, 01:05 AM

Some professional trainers are useless. Trust me, I know. If she decides to get one immediately...how will she know a good one from a bad one?

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