Mike Arnold Webboard User Reg: 07-09-2004
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Well, my friend at the GSRCNY asked me if I wanted to take on another foster - knowing I adopted the last one, she was a little reluctant.
Anyway, I picked-up the 95 lb.. 2 yr. old GSD male this morning. A big, and strong, and not so well trained dog. And he has spent the last two months at the kennel.
The pack accepted him, and he demonstrates little attitude, he just has no manners. His attitude will get him into a bit of trouble sooner or later.
A good dog collar and leash on in the house, and in hand in the house. I think he will be a challenge. In the first instance, establishment of a schedule, and then the basices re-trained. He is strong enough that a lunge gets your full attention, and he seems to think lunging is how you walk.
After an hour of exercise - I just let him go in the fenced in back yard - he spent two hours in his crate. Was quiet and didn't fuss too much. The next few days should be interesting.
Right now, his biggest issue is unrestricted exuberance. He doesn't seem to know any boundary. He is learning or re-learning 'sit.'
I am a glutton for punishment.
Mike A.
"I wouldn't touch that dog, son. He don't take to pettin." Hondo, played by John Wayne
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005
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Keep us posted!
Yes, I've "fostered"* a few who perceive lunging as a good walking pace.
*You know: Keep saying the word "foster" every now and then, until after a few weeks when everyone snickers when you say it and you accept that the dog already has his new home.
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