I understand this problem to the max. My world has shrunk to cows and dogs and house, and when I have to leave it I am very nervous.
The reality is you HAVE to go because of DH, that's your job.
Have nephew feed dogs, watch TV while they relax, that's enough. Keep them alive and safe.
Those dogs will only appreciate you more when you come back. My first day back after 4 days over Thanksgiving Pinker herded cows like a Border Collie, even had an out-run. Never saw that before (or since!) There were a few new pee stains from the IG, and Pinker had plopped a turd where papers were 10 mos ago. But other than that, all was fine.
Relax, and enjoy a family Christmas. One job of a dog is to wait.
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Your wisdom has helped immensely! Thank you. I will leave simple instructions and easy to follow food prep. I'm sure they will have a lovely time! No training and when in doubt, use treats!
I bagged up each meal, one bag per dog per meal so all that needs to be done is toss the food in the bowl and toss the bag. Froze part of the week's meals and left the other days in the fridge. Easy, easy.
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We buy frozen ground up chicken carcass, so we unthaw blocks of it each day. I don't think it would be safe to re-freeze it, do you? I was thinking I could make up the vegetable mush ahead of time and leave it in the fridge with a scoop (1 scoop for Skipper, 3 scoops for Jethro). The chicken is fairly easy to handle because it is in blocks, same divisi - 1/4 to Skipper, 3/4 to Jethro. Then it is just a matter of scooping the daily shares into their dog dishes and giving it a stir.
One point I would like to make and it may have already been made but I have to leave in a minute so i couldn't read all the posts, is this. Sometimes leaving and having someone take care of your pups is good for them. What would they do if something happened to you? They need to be familiar with other people too. It is hard I know, I get concerned too but we may not always be here and i think it is good for our dogs to be flexible enough to be cared for by others. Maybe this might help you to leave them for awhile. Sharon
Jenny also I forgot to mention one thing. My dogs miss when we do not work together in training. I bet they will miss that with you too and will be ready to get back to training when you get home. sharon
Whoa...
You're very fortunate to have your nephew, who can actually come to the house. Many dog owners have to resort to a kennel/boarding situation.
Here's the instructions for my (wonderful) dog sitter:
Feed em. Zip-loc bags are in the frig.
Let em out the back door into the dog yard to do their business.
They don't leave the yard. Period.
Play ball all you want as long as you're in the fenced in area.
Don't do any training. That's my job. If they punk you just say "knock it off"...I'll deal with it later if they do it to me.
Relax and enjoy your time away as best as you can. I know I can never wait to get home to my pals!
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Quote: Sharon Empson
One point I would like to make and it may have already been made but I have to leave in a minute so i couldn't read all the posts, is this. Sometimes leaving and having someone take care of your pups is good for them. What would they do if something happened to you? They need to be familiar with other people too. It is hard I know, I get concerned too but we may not always be here and i think it is good for our dogs to be flexible enough to be cared for by others. Maybe this might help you to leave them for awhile. Sharon
This is the point my husband is making, it will be good for the dogs. Your posts have helped me change my perspective and see this as doable and even advantageous for all involved.
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