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[Re: Ana Kozlowsky ]
#282112 - 06/30/2010 11:42 AM |
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Something like a woman with a violently abusive partner, she tries to "play nice" to keep him in a good humor, tease him a little, keep him happy. He can let her take a toy because he knows he can get it again any time.
I hated living with fighting dogs, so much tension in the house, had to watch them all the time. I was unable to keep control, just had to keep them apart.
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Re: Shaping play behaviors?
[Re: aimee pochron ]
#282117 - 06/30/2010 12:47 PM |
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Would it help any to attempt to wear out the big guy with some ball activity prior to play with the BC if you want to equal the energy level some? A thought to consider first though, if the big guy gets too amp'd up and then the BC comes out...things might cross that line.
Aimee - yes - "wearing the big guy out" is the key to so much with him!!! I think you hit on something. It is when he's 'amped up' that he plays so roughly. Once he works out some of that initial energy, he seems alot more able to tone down the intensity when he needs to. It's amazing how he does make adjustments to keep the other dog engaged. It's like he's saying "Ok, you chew on me for awhile - just don't quit playing!"
The challenge that we are facing in the summer is that it's so blasted hot outside in the middle of the day, it's not really safe for any of us to exert too much. Hmmm, canal nearby, long rope, harness, maybe a mile swim (except the water is pretty knacky, not sure I want him in it.) The dogs are in their crates lounging in the A/C during the heat of the day (spoiled mutts).
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Re: Shaping play behaviors?
[Re: Betty Landercasp ]
#282118 - 06/30/2010 12:49 PM |
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If the dogs cannot play nice they shouldn't be playing together IMO.
Ana, you absolutely correct. I think that there can be varying degrees of play and it is up to the owner to make sure that no aggressive or overly dominant behavior happens.
As with my two dogs, I have made sure that they have learned to play nice or the play ceases. They have learned what is not tolerated. In my situation, mine get along and have learned to play nicely.
However, some dogs just don't get a long and in those cases, they should never be allowed to play together.
I think that you know pretty quickly if the dogs can't ever be together, when you see the signs of high held tails, growling, lunging etc. Ed has a good article about dog fights which everyone should read if they have not yet,
http://leerburg.com/dogfight.htm
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Swimming is fantastic exercise, as is just splashing through the shallows. I love that it is so low impact and very easy on their joints.
I am sure some baby wipes would take care of any nasty water problems!! 
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Re: Shaping play behaviors?
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#282122 - 06/30/2010 01:21 PM |
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These are very high energy dogs and while I do an excellent job of keeping them exercised and stimulated they are still going to find ways to burn off some energy. Also because they are so comfortable together it only takes a sly look from one to the other to get them going.
I agree that its important to supervise them during this play. The discussion is all about being in control and the way we stay in control. When there is nobody home my dogs are crated for exactly that reason. I cant chance that play could turn ugly when they are unsupervised.
I adopted these dogs. Their fate was not good until I came along. They are Pit Mixes that look much more like Pits than anything else. My male Jeter was a little skiddish when I first saw him at the shelter and if not for me deciding to take on the challenge his future was bleak. Today he is a happy healthy pet with a large (family) pack.
Him playing rough with Dakota and me being able to allow it and control it with simple commands is good pack leadership in my opinion.
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Sorry for my lack of computer skills. If I want top highlight what another person posted in my post how is that done??
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#282130 - 06/30/2010 01:54 PM |
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Sorry for my lack of computer skills. If I want top highlight what another person posted in my post how is that done??
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On the bottom of the person's post, click on "quote."
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#282146 - 06/30/2010 03:03 PM |
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I almost got it right..lol
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Re: Shaping play behaviors?
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#282147 - 06/30/2010 03:19 PM |
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What did I miss> thought we were talking about play?
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