The best defense is a good offense - treating fear aggression
"Just a little note to let you know of Louie's progress. His manners
are so good now; no more jumping up, sitting when people arrive, and
walks like a heeling champ! We have been to the dog park twice since
he graduated and he is doing very well. Big dogs still make him a
little nervous, but he listens to me when I correct him and we take
a walk. He exercises a lot and rests when I am at work. He is so
obedient, but has not lost his cute personality; obedience makes him
stand out more.
Last week we added a new addition to our little family. Her name is
Foxy and a Border Collie (I think she is either a small pure-breed
or a sheltie mix.) She is a definite herding dog who needs a job. At
first she thought Louie was her job, by herding him in the house and
nipping him when he didn't do what she wanted. Since her at home
training has begun, she and Louie are two peas in a pod with their
obedience and play time. She is so sweet and Louie just adores her.
I have recently bought an at-home beginner agility course. Foxy and
Lou can jump on command and Foxy can tunnel while Louie goes all the
way in, but leaves one back leg out....he's almost got it, though.
They both walk the line that the weaving poles are placed on. I am
so excited that they love it and are eager to train. Thank goodness
for those turkey dogs!!!!
All is well, Dawn, and I can't thank you enough for teaching me the
tools to be a successful pack leader. Everyday gets better and
better."
LaVonne
Hollywood, Florida |
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