Behavior Problems Q&As
April 15, 2011
I have a border collie female who is about 5 years old who barks incessantly on and off all day long. We've tried everything, what do you suggest?
Dear Cindy,
It's been a really long time since I have written for your advice, but I find myself needing your help once again. I'm not sure why I never asked for your help before, but I guess better late than never. I have a border collie female who is about 5 years old. We've had her since she was a 7 weeks old. Any how she barks incessantly on and off all day long. We've tried the bark collars, which I really dislike. I've tried exercise, spray bottles and shaker cans. She only d...
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September 10, 2010
My puppy screams, howls, pees, and poops when left alone. How do I teach her that separation is ok?
Hello, Cindy.
I came under ownership of a (now) 4 month old Australian Cattle Dog puppy a month ago. I've been having some major issues that I really hope you can help me with. The breed is known to be velcro, but this is getting a bit over board. If she is seperated from me, she whines. So long as she is with someone else, it will only be that. If left truly alone, she screams, howls, pees, and poops. If left in a room, she will destroy it - I assume trying to get out. I'm not sure how t...
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