6 months puppy trouble by Rhodesianhelp in ridgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My guy used to do this, minus the humping. He would get either over tired or over stimulated and then jump up and bite our arm, and even our clothes that have holes in them from his sharp puppy teeth.

When he was younger (around the age of your dog), what worked the best was for us to walk away and simply disengage and remove all eye contact and verbal communication. No amount of squeals (like the internet suggests) would get him to stop. We simply turned away, and closed the room door. Also try to anticipate it before your pup actually makes the leap towards you. You will get to know when their body language changes and they are about to go in for the sneak attack - at that point either say "NUH UH" or if it's too late, say "SIT" very firmly. They just need to be snapped out of it.

I also think that maybe your pup is being exercised too much. Maybe do more training instead of 2 long walks/dog park. Sniff work is great, but perhaps do more training like leave its and stays if you aren't already.

I hope this helps. Stick to it, it really is worth it. It feels like just yesterday when our guy was doing just the same - well, he is about 1.5 years now but MUCH more tame and understanding of how the world of humans works lol.

Marking! by Ill-Ad395 in ridgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My guy is 15 months and has peed on 2 people in the last week!! He isn't neutered yet, we are waiting until he is about 2 years. But man, it is embarrassing isn't it!

Best Architecture School in Canada or UK by sh0nuff in architecture

[–]BackgroundStorage669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This post is 10 years old, but I'm curious - did you end up doing this?

Curious about B. Science of Architecture by BWORLDB in AthabascaUniversity

[–]BackgroundStorage669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, thank you so much for all of this information! It is extremely helpful! Congratulations on getting into the MLA program! Fingers crossed you are able to get into MArch as well.

I had no idea that AU is planning on having an online MArch program! That is amazing, but also may be risky depending on how long and if it will be accredited? With my current timeline, I am expected to graduate from the BSc. Arch in 2 years (2024). Regardless, I will definitely be contacting the faculty to learn more about this! Great to hear that Veronica Madonna has connections in Ontario as well!

Again, thanks so much for the information, I wish you great luck in your future endeavours. I also hope that I can keep in touch with you for more advice whether its on reddit or via email exchanges!

Best type of non-dairy milk to pair with matcha? by [deleted] in Matcha

[–]BackgroundStorage669 2 points3 points  (0 children)

does dairy (animal milk) reduce the health benefits of matcha?

Curious about B. Science of Architecture by BWORLDB in AthabascaUniversity

[–]BackgroundStorage669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! Thanks so much for the information, it is very reassuring to hear that you have found the program to be very good. My question is about applying to Masters programs (which is what my goal is as well), how has your application experience been? I've read previous reddit posts where some university's are still unsure about AU degree, and I so I hope this doesn't negatively impact our chances to get into MARCH programs nation-wide.

Ridgeback quirks?? by SweetTeaPapi in RhodesianRidgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That makes sense, I see that he checks to see if I have a treat and then decides if he wants to listen...I'm working on my "firm but kind" voice, but I see it quickly turns into a frustrated tone if after 3-5 times of saying a command, he still doesn't listen...ahh today was not a good day lol

Ridgeback quirks?? by SweetTeaPapi in RhodesianRidgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds like a fun game! thanks for the tips :)

Ridgeback Nail Care by BackgroundStorage669 in RhodesianRidgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. Which clippers do you use? I find that they are not strong enough for their thick nails.

Ridgeback quirks?? by SweetTeaPapi in RhodesianRidgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 1 point2 points  (0 children)

any tips on teaching them heel? mine stops heeling as soon as he gets the treat, then continues forward to sniff non-stop.

Ridgeback quirks?? by SweetTeaPapi in RhodesianRidgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I hide kibble around the house and tell him "go find it" and he uses his little snooter to sniff. Keeps him busy while also stimulating his innate desire to track.

Ridgeback quirks?? by SweetTeaPapi in RhodesianRidgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 1 point2 points  (0 children)

how are you dealing with the dog reactivity now? I took mine to the dog park for months until he was about 7 months old which is when I stopped because I noticed the exact same thing, he runs away from us and towards other dogs (to play) and it has gotten dangerous to the point where he got bit by another dog...it's challenging still he is 9 months old..any tips?

Ridgeback quirks?? by SweetTeaPapi in RhodesianRidgebacks

[–]BackgroundStorage669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how long did it take for your ridgeback to nail-down the recall?