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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2015 8:27:00 GMT
It's not so much a "Don't want to sit" thing as a physically uncomfortable because of their shape thing Simon. I wouldn't be inclined to insist he sits as it may hurt him and then he'll develop "issues" about it. Agree with you on this as some can manage it but most just aren't able to due to their build. If they get frightened by something they remember it and problems go on for ever. Floors without carpet have caused no end of problems for some Greys, they slide on it and then refuse to go in the room until runners are put down. One owner has had months of medical probs. due to her hound slipping and causing the need for operations.
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Post by rowlfsmum on Apr 17, 2015 8:27:14 GMT
Heck Simon, off lead? You're brave. He sounds like a good boy tho and looks like he will have some good play time with Ringo and Joey.
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Post by daisydip on Apr 17, 2015 9:24:42 GMT
He sounds ready to go,(once his nads are off of course!) what a great write up. have fun Simon and Helen
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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2015 9:37:21 GMT
Off-lead, jeez Simon, you have nerves of steel (or a reckless streak, I'm undecided )!! Albert's a handsome lad for sure, lots of grey but something very pretty in there too. If he's coming on Sunday, we'll probably steer clear a bit if he's still got his 'nads' as Alfie's not generally friendly towards owners of those little things. Charlie being a case in point, although he's never had an issue with Annette's Dylan. Go figure.....
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Post by Romi on Apr 17, 2015 10:22:57 GMT
You get a "feel" for certain dogs that they'll be ok to let offlead. Hugo was off round the woods in Manor Farm on his 2nd day with me.
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Post by loosecannon on Apr 17, 2015 11:46:40 GMT
We'll see how Roni's mega-pack feel about his balls this afternoon... Oops. Not long. Need to eat, go to vets and do some work. Albert's fault is likely to be is clinginess and SA. He whimpers easily. Very endearing, but not acceptable! Should be easier to address than sitting.
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Post by Romi on Apr 17, 2015 12:00:11 GMT
Looking forward to meeting him....
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Post by BW on Apr 17, 2015 13:08:53 GMT
Off-lead, jeez Simon, you have nerves of steel (or a reckless streak, I'm undecided )!! Yup - you're a braver man than I am Gunga Din!
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Post by Mimsmum on Apr 17, 2015 13:25:22 GMT
To save me from a heart attack can we keep him on t he lead until after he is de-nutted. Cheers x
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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2015 14:38:10 GMT
We'll see how Roni's mega-pack feel about his balls this afternoon... Oops. Not long. Need to eat, go to vets and do some work. Albert's fault is likely to be is clinginess and SA. He whimpers easily. Very endearing, but not acceptable! Should be easier to address than sitting. Jess,Our Greyhound whimpers too....along with not being able to sit. He's probably clingy because you've shown him some kindness Jess looks like him too.
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Post by Romi on Apr 17, 2015 16:14:11 GMT
Well we met up for a stroll with the lovely Albert this afternoon. A stunning boy with perfect manners. He is beautifully behaved off the lead - just walks perfectly by your side. When all the other dogs were doing zoomies he took no notice (except to flinch slightly when clipped by Ringo on a fly-by) and is the calmest boy ever. He accepts treats with very gentle enthusiasm and is always ready for the next one, but doesn't snatch - a toddler could feed him. He has no apparent prey drive so it will be interesting to cat-test him. Albert seems to have no issues at all and will make someone a very loyal companion.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2015 16:34:35 GMT
Oh Romi, he just sounds amazing and I wish we had fosters like that. He might be good off lead but as a foster I wouldn't want to do that, especially as he's not been castrated. Puppies, get frightened etc.
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Post by loosecannon on Apr 17, 2015 16:59:58 GMT
The problems with this guy are: 1. Being lulled into forgetting he's there and 2. Turning around to look and stepping on him.
Most of the time he reminds you he's there with a cold, wet nose to one's finger tips. I don't think he's traumatised. Just uber chilled.
Nut off next Thurs. Please don't mention it to him if you're there this Sunday at SLR, Manor Farm.
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Post by loosecannon on Apr 18, 2015 8:50:52 GMT
Slept right through 'till I got up just after 8am. Some signs of jealousy around me, but I think it's his doghood that unsettles The Boyz most. I'm paying close heed.
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Post by loosecannon on Apr 18, 2015 18:40:52 GMT
Wonderful time out in the garden today. Just starting to learn how to play, under Joey's expert Playmaster guidance. BUT he mostly follows me around.
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Post by PawTrax (Jean) on Apr 19, 2015 8:50:12 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 19, 2015 9:16:19 GMT
It's not so much a "Don't want to sit" thing as a physically uncomfortable because of their shape thing Simon. I wouldn't be inclined to insist he sits as it may hurt him and then he'll develop "issues" about it. I agree. It's not a good idea to push greys and Lurchers that have a lot of greyhound in them to sit. It's not that they are being stubborn or difficult to teach, it's the way they are built. You could end up with the dog sitting just to please you but being really uncomfortable and developing issues as, Romi has said. You'll find people on line saying that greys do sit, that's because some greys find it easier to sit than others but if you have one that is resisting then it's most likely it's because s/he is uncomfortable. I've had some Lurchers that have lots of greyhound in them who would sit but others that won't. It's important to read their body language and take it from there. I like my dogs to sit but it's not really the end of the world if they don't. There are lots of other things I can teach them to make sure they see me as the leader of the pack.
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Post by loosecannon on Apr 19, 2015 17:36:54 GMT
He's already sat a few times, just by chance, on the way up from laying down. Paused in a sit position for just a few seconds each time. I was surprised how natural it looked, as he does have long legs and I thought he would have looked uncomfortable. Maybe he's young enough to have enough flexibility. Photos from the SLR walk at Manor Farm today: THANK YOU to whoever it was how handed Albert that brilliant 'ADOPT ME' coat. Sorry, I didn't catch your name. I hope you're on the forum and can confirm whether it's now an official SLR coat or you'd like it back when (if?!?!) he gets adopted. It's a lovely coat in itself and fits him very well. So generous and considerate. Albert did very well today. Spent much time smoozing around 'strangers' (nothing personal,,, much ) and getting treats and having a few mini-play-abouts. I saw nothing but calm friendliness from him. He didn't cling to me much, yet never went far away. For an intact male, without any training and a HUGE food drive, he's, quite frankly, a bit weird. A couple of crumbles at Ringo in the pub garden, due I suspect to fatigue, is the only blemish today. Except the poo he's just done on that patch on concrete in our former bathroom that I keep forgetting about. Should have sent him outside straight after dinner. It won't be an issue for long me thinks.
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Post by Fran on Apr 19, 2015 17:44:03 GMT
It was lovely to meet Albert today He's gorgeous and so laid back
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Post by Mimsmum on Apr 19, 2015 17:47:06 GMT
That adopt me coat is brilliant. Come on, whoever it is, let me know..
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