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We had a similar problem with our chihuahua mix here in Albuquerque where it is going to hit 100 F today. Here we have xeriscape or what is called stoner or small rocks in our yard, NO grass. And walking around the neighborhood is all cement sidewalk ans asphalt. All of these get very, very hot. Whe...

Jacksdad, Once again, I love your words of wisdom. I really needed to hear what you just said. It is up to us to discover what our dogs consider fun and not scary. And at the same time, when we change our expectations, we are more relaxed and open to learn along with our dogs. Sandy has lots to teac...

Jacksdad, Thanks for your continuing explanations and answering our questions. I agree with you about my husband. He spend 25 years in US Marine Corps and then another 15 in law enforcement both federal special agent and police and sheriff departments. He does have that demeanor. We were at a hotel ...

I agree with lucyandbella. They may have agreed to let you get your dog, but I'm sure they didn't expect to have to do any work with the dog. She has a really good point about seeing it from their perspective. A funny story is that the guy who sprays to kill our weeds (we have a home owners associat...

Jacksdad, Thank you so much. See, this is the information I got from a terrible trainer. I really appreciate your advise. I didn't realize your dog also has chihuahua traits. That is why you seem to understand when it happening with Sandy. So, I understand correctly, picking him up is doing more har...

Amy, Thanks for your writing. My husband and I also have a chihuahua mix neutered male age 3 1/2 years. We rescued him at age 1 year. He also has problems with other dogs, even if he sees or hears them from 100 yards away. Chihuahuas are very territorial and are protective of owner(s). Numerous time...

Jo, I think I missed something. Please clarify what is a "Staffy" and what breed is your dog R? :?: Also, interested in knowing more from Nettie or others on the breed not getting along with breed thing, too. I have a chihuahua mix (with italian greyhound?) who jumps alot (sometimes I thin...

My chihuahua mix didn't do very well with the Kongs when we got him. Even the puppy size didn't work. He didn't like peanut butter, & couldn't get those little cookies or even small treats out. I ended up with it in my lap and using the end if a spoon to try to get them out. Haven't tried since ...

Latest update: Today, Sandy finally ate his kibble mix from his bowl on the FLOOR! :D Of course, I did add small bits of cooked chicken which added to his excitement to eat. Instead of putting his bowl on the chair, it was placed on the floor in front if his chair. He ate while I was standing nearby...

It seems that your brother is in denial in seeing that his cat, George, is instigating the fights and causing problems. George has become a bully. :twisted: I don't blame Bella, your Aussie, from reacting. She sees that she needs to protect herself. What worries me is that she is on hyper alert stat...

What a fantastic story! It shows what a great thing you did not only taking him in, but also your perseverance in training.

And so great that she remembered him and was able to give you the whole story.

If only our dogs could talk. Instead, yours had someone talking for him.



Diane

Nettie, Interesting suggestions. First, though, I've tried the Kong, and he give up on it. I ended up having to get the food out for him. :cry: Even with one of those balls that he has to roll to get the food out, I end up having to show him how to do it. Now, I've finally gotten him to eat his food...

I downloaded the ebook "When Pigs Fly" and am finding it not only helpful but also encouraging. It is helping me to understand why Sandy doesn't respond and is a non-biddable dog. Wow! It explains a lot as to why he is the way he is, but most importantly, it gives me HOPE. :D Every dog can...

Thanks for the link on amazon for the gate. Our area is much too wide between our kitchen and living room. I had to laugh, though. It is a tall gate, but knowing our chihuahua mix is quite a jumper, he would probably try to jump over it. If he we social and we were younger, I would have tried agilit...

Loved the video. Both dogs are beautiful. Too bad Ollie can't train Zoe. Ollie seems to be responding well to you. :D I love your yard. Lots of room for running and playing. :D I like what Ari_RR told you. It seems to be a matter of learning recall. And, she does look like she want to play. Maybe in...