Lola 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 I have had trouble with Casper being what I assume to be dominant. I made my own bed....when I first got him he was a nervous wreck. I was too soft on him as I had no idea he would go the other way. Now I'm not sure if I can cope with him. I walk him 2 hours off lead a day and he still has energy spurts of boisterousness. I have a physical disability and really can't manage more than 2 hours. Today he wrecked my sofa.Grrrr! But, I take full responsibility for this as I didn't walk him before I went out. He toileted in the garden and my walks are usually around 2pm so I left them from 9am til 11am. Not long but long enough to do the damage. Now I'm thinking I may have taken on more than I can handle and was wondering if anyone would be interested in him and bringing him on. I really don['t want him to go back to the dogs home as he doesn't show himself well - he just cowers away from people. I think it would set him back. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rabbitkiller 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 what is he ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
redlorryyellowlorry 27 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 i had a rescue lurcher a few years back who sounds very similar to yours but a lot more destructive.could i suggest a dog cage?these aren't cruel as some people may suggest as the dog's grow to like their own space.my problems ended overnight! prior to this the dog would sh@t and p*ss everywhere and destroy the house and once even opened a window to escape. good luck mate Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rabbitkiller 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 what is he mate? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lola 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 what is he mate? Not sure, think he definitely has deerhound but is the colour of a wheaton. See what you think Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lola 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 i had a rescue lurcher a few years back who sounds very similar to yours but a lot more destructive.could i suggest a dog cage?these aren't cruel as some people may suggest as the dog's grow to like their own space.my problems ended overnight! prior to this the dog would sh@t and p*ss everywhere and destroy the house and once even opened a window to escape. good luck mate Cheers mate. He does sleep in his crate but I've never shut him in. Wish I had today! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rabbitkiller 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 how old is he mate and has he been chopped? im interested thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lola 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 how old is he mate and has he been chopped? im interested thanks He has been chopped as he came from the dogs home, he's around 12 months old. He has a few issues ie small dogs (a bit rough with them) and has chased cows so will need alot of work but he loves training and learning. Where are you? He has a high prey drive and I feel nothing is too big for him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
steve0146 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 He is a lovely looking dog. looks similar to my deerhound cross, but different colour. As someone mentioned, you need to get into the habit of crating him. He needs a place he knows is his own. Start by shutting the crate door for a few minutes at a time and build it up. My two are fine now they are used to it. Before he was destroying all the doors and furniture. Try and find someone in your area with other dogs so he gets extra stimulation on the walks or even join a agility club to focus him if he is not a working a dog. Mine both work and love the agility once a week. If we lived closer to you, I would happily walk him but we live in Surrey Quote Link to post Share on other sites
birddog 1,354 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 at 12 months hes still a babe especialy considering hes been in a rescue centre for who knows how long. my advice go back to basics teach him slow and steady make sure all the lessons are well learned before moving on, be strict, consistent and patient and he'll come good it'll maybe take a while though Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hollie 21 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 I also agree with trying the crate when you go out, i'm leaving in a minute to go and pick one up for my little delight who completly trashed my kitchen the other day, he will only be in it for 3 hours MAX 1 day a week and if it means he can't trash my house then i am prepared to use it. He is a lovely looking dog, i'm sure he would have no trouble getting a home if that is what you decide to do, best of luck Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lola 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 He is a lovely looking dog. looks similar to my deerhound cross, but different colour. As someone mentioned, you need to get into the habit of crating him. He needs a place he knows is his own. Start by shutting the crate door for a few minutes at a time and build it up. My two are fine now they are used to it. Before he was destroying all the doors and furniture. Try and find someone in your area with other dogs so he gets extra stimulation on the walks or even join a agility club to focus him if he is not a working a dog. Mine both work and love the agility once a week. If we lived closer to you, I would happily walk him but we live in Surrey Great reply, thanks. I usually walk with my sisters dogs too so there is usually 5 of them running through brambles on the lookout for bunnies! Funny you should should say about the agility. I've been going once a week for about 4 weeks now just to get him used to being there because he can be really timid. My sister was going to start him on Monday. Maybe I ought to be more patient and yes, he is still a baby but I feel so stressed by his behaviour. I will consider rehoming him if it's to the right home. I think he would benefit from being a worker. Thanks again stevo Lola Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lola 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 I also agree with trying the crate when you go out, i'm leaving in a minute to go and pick one up for my little delight who completly trashed my kitchen the other day, he will only be in it for 3 hours MAX 1 day a week and if it means he can't trash my house then i am prepared to use it. He is a lovely looking dog, i'm sure he would have no trouble getting a home if that is what you decide to do, best of luck Thanks, yeah he is a real looker. Amazing how different they can be from how they come across in the rescue home. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reddog70 236 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 if hes high energy could try brisk walking him along side a push bike a couple of times a day on his lead they soon pick up and it drains the pent up energy fast plus you can cover a large area in a short space of time..good luck what ever you decied Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jeppi 49 Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 if hes high energy could try brisk walking him along side a push bike a couple of times a day on his lead they soon pick up and it drains the pent up energy fast plus you can cover a large area in a short space of time..good luck what ever you decied it is ilegal to ride a bike with the dog on the lead becouse the dog can not stop at its own will to wee or shit Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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