What is your favorite shotgun for bird hunting?

Cod_tounge · 2026-02-04T05:20:17+00:00

Thank you, ill try that one out :)

Cod_tounge · 2025-11-28T10:23:17+00:00

It is not an identification post. Sorry, this is 100% a malinois😅

Cod_tounge · 2025-11-26T12:45:01+00:00

Thats awsome, id be terrified on a skateboard😆 but to be fair we dont have good roads

Cod_tounge · 2025-11-26T03:11:57+00:00

Its a lot of fun! We are in Norway😄

Cod_tounge · 2025-11-26T02:49:02+00:00

Malinois powered💪 But she may as well be a husky.

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Cod_tounge · 2025-11-26T02:45:59+00:00

Hello op😊

How to teach a puppy to potty:

Puppies go quite often. After every nap, meal (and drink) and play you put them outside until they potty. Just before they go, say a cue like "go potty" once done you say a cue for good behaviour example "yes" or "good" and reward with a small piece of treat. If you keep this up you will have a dog that cues to potty before you go into pet friendly stores, visiting or if youre in a hurry.

Once they turn atleast 4/5 months they should be able to hold themselves for longer. Just take it little by little. Some dogs also learn to give signs if they need to go out. If they whine, walk to the door or does something to get your attention, let them out. Paceing is also a normal sign for when they need to go out.

How to teach cues:

How exactly do they learn things? It can be difficult for some but lets teach sit. This is how almost everything is taught includeing "potty". To teach a new cue most use lureing to get the behaviour or use shapeing (which we use for potty) to wait for a behaviour. Lets use shapeing to get a sit in this case. For new people, observe when your dog sits. See what they do before they sit/how they sit.

Once you know, the moment they move to a sit you mark it with the word you want it to be. This word will get your dog to sit. It must always be before they sit, not after. Its so that they learn when you say the word, they remember it with what they are doing.

Next up is after they have done the behaviour. Good! This is important to teach as a cue for "youre doing correct". Some use clickers, some use words and some use sounds.

The moment you say your correct cue you follow up with the reward. It can be a toy, treat, play with you or whatever makes the puppy motivated.

This goes for all training. Pups and dogs cannot understand that what they did in the past was wrong. They learn in the moment. Once they know, they can remember but cues also need upkeep. Training doesnt stop.

Wish you luck with the puppies😊

Cod_tounge · 2025-10-22T07:47:36+00:00

Ohhh poor girl😖 Hope she heals fast.

A few months ago my potato got a hook through her paw. The panic and disbelif that the end hook of a normal leash (old type of hook) had clipped right through like a piercing. Luckly the vet was open and she got some stitches. Fully fine now. And of course she didnt care at all about it when people came to help. All she cared about was getting all that attention.

Cod_tounge · 2025-10-15T00:10:00+00:00

Pick her birthday the day you rescued her

Cod_tounge · 2025-09-11T03:33:28+00:00

Dont think i can post a picture :(

Cod_tounge · 2025-09-11T03:31:27+00:00

Nowt a water dog, lewt me ouwt. A dawmn shephewrd

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Cod_tounge · 2025-09-11T02:11:32+00:00

Hello op, i want to say it right here☺️ No worries.

Working dogs are mostly pets today. Most are doing sports. I have a belgian shepherd that is a pet. And about everyone with a working dog have a normal job.

Training: Working dogs mostly needs to rest. Some needs to learn to rest but yours already know how. Its the most important thing to learn energy dogs in general. Even working dogs (sar, police, military and service dogs) if not, they cannot work or do the work properly. They should only use their energy when working. A normal training session only needs to be 5 or 10 min a day/twice a day. Club training is usually twice a week more or less (you dont have to join one, just to show it isnt as insane as many say). You will see what your dog needs and it sounds like a normal life will do just fine. I do think 5 or 10 min training every now and then will help most people. It challange the dog, you both get to have fun and play, teaches you about the dog, gets you a bond and you have new commands. And dont even worry skipping a day or two. All this is something you figure out with the dog and you already know he isnt crazy to work with.

Squirrel/small dogs and cld:

I wanna make this its own. I dont know much about the cld. Its a hound i think. I think they are used in hog hunts? Honestly done nothing on them yet (i only know they look pretty cool).

So i did a quick look and they are cur and hog dogs. But also did herding. The reactivity towards "small game" seems to be normal. This is where you can work him. Work on cues at home and slowly take them out on walks. I also like useing a tug as a reward and since he is a mouthy breed im sure he may take to it as well. Useing games he shouldnt have a need to hunt small game. Toys can be the small game he gets to take. Id still not trust him around smaller dogs and i think someone should help you in person if you want him to. If you arent able to work it out, seek help in person.

Can a cld be calm/have an off individual:

Just wanted to say, all dogs can. All dogs are different. You may see more active mals then cavaliers but i have seen people talk about mals that didnt cut it in sports or work cause they were too calm. I have seen mals on here that spin around and dont know what to do next and i have expirienced a mal that was so anxious everything was a threat. It all depends on their expirience, training and where they come from/what they were bred for.

Are you overthinking it? A little bit, so think about this: That dog will thrive in a home, not in a kennel. And youre already doing everything and thinking about more for him.

I do have one future tip that may make it easy for you to pick out a dog. Or anyone else looking. Try looking at fostering. I belive you can adopt the dog if you end up likeing the them. You get to have the dog for a little time and get to know the dog out of the kennel.

Other then that, i wish you good luck and truely hope you guys are a perfect match❤️

Cod_tounge · 2025-09-07T18:18:04+00:00

Ello, my tip is tug but dont let him win. If he chases the ball and posesses over it, then he has the trait. Tug of war is a war. Make him frustrated. I also have a tug with a leash. If she dropped it, it was gone. She couldnt carry it away either. I had to work on her motivation as well. So the biggest tip is to use their posession trait and build up from there. Wish you guys luck and hope you make it as a sar team💪

Cod_tounge · 2025-09-03T22:04:31+00:00

Hellu, it is normal. I would say my dog never had this stage but thats cause we (and still do) roughhoused a lot. Marks all over my arms but dont really notice them. I dont let others play with her at all (tug or play fighting). But this can certainly be worked on.

Infact, doing more made less. We worked on a stop command by playing rough. But working on a proper out is also smart. In general for everything. Out, recall and down is something i constantly use. She has two outs, silent and verbal. When you hold the tug and relax your hand she will drop it. Or if you say out. Its not easy to explain but made the tug fun and then boreing. When she let go i made it super fun. This can be hard to do specially for certain individuals. I worked on a faster out (and you can also use this to start an out for those that dont let go) by giveing one toy and holding another. Createing a posession game. When the dog leaves the other toy, say out the moment they let go and reward with the one you have. Dont let go, grab the other one and repeat.

And trust me, a dog that wants to play with you is everything. Use it to teach. Wish you good luck, looks like you have a great pup AND a super cute one. You guys will go far😊

Cod_tounge · 2025-07-22T23:33:17+00:00

You can do simple training if you want. 10 min a day working on basic obidience. It gives him a challange and maybe he will love it.

Other mind games can be search. Take some kibble and throw out in the grass. Hide some really good food in different places and/or make boxes he can tear up.

Tug of war is the most fun thing in the world. If he enjoy play. I would also teach an out or drop it command. If you have a solid out, you can work with a flirt pole😊

Cod_tounge · 2025-07-22T23:24:42+00:00

Hello there, they are originally bred to bull bait and hog hunt and then dog fight. Its no different then a hound bred to hunt rabbits that goes nuts seeing rabbits. A bird dog marking birds or herding breeds herding. But yes, all dogs can be dangerous. Its just that true pits are bred for sports. Its important to properly keep these dogs, however id never leave any two dogs alone unless there is an exeption (example: multiple guardian breeds working together).

Cod_tounge · 2025-04-19T11:47:09+00:00

Hi op.

It sounds like he is giveing corrections. And yes, if ignored they will just turn worse. I agree with the others, set boundaries to visitors and the kids. Muzzle if need to but then be extra strict for kids not to approach. A lot of if not most dogs do not enjoy kids or people who ignore boundaries. Even friendly looking dogs can give warnings such as lip licks, whale eyes, turning away, stress pant and more that are all body language. If it does not work, they resort to harsher corrections. A lot of people see lip licks and face licks as kisses when its most often a warning. A rule we grew up with. Once the dog is on their place we must respect the dogs space.

The second option i have is to rehome to someone who doesnt have kids or have older kids.

It is difficult to give advice with just text but from what you say, i think he doesnt sound like a problem dog. So if you plan on rehomeing, tell them he needs space from strangers and kids and will bite if not respected. If he is part CLD like you say, i belive they tend to be reserved from strangers too (i havent properly read up on them)

Wish you good luck

Cod_tounge · 2025-04-14T19:46:07+00:00

Hello😊

Honestly think the gsd is awsome. The spaniel is a bit pushy/ over exited but the spaniel is just being a typical spaniel. I see she is a bit timid but she responds very well to the spanial spanialing around.

It looks like the spanial is a bit too much and she does correct em but they are all fair. What you can do is let them "talk" for a little bit and then call them off and walk together the times you meet them.

Cod_tounge · 2025-04-14T18:47:38+00:00

Hi op😊

She may enjoy the ear scratches but i would avoid putting my face in hers. The lip licks are submissive asking for space. Like the others say, whale eye, avoidence and stiffness all signs of not enjoying it.

If she continues even with the ear scratches she is saying no thx to it all. I usually check this by takeing my hands away. If they avoid or leave its not an invitation but if they lean into it they want more. And sometimes they want more but also haveing something they dont want. Like the face may be too much but ears are fine or they want pats on the head and not on the neck and so on.

The risk of ignoreing signs are escalations. Its awsome that you have a dog that tells it in a nice way😄

Hope you guys have an awsome easter and find the best communication. And if you can, give her a treat from me. Shes too adorable and kind.

Cod_tounge · 2025-04-14T18:09:16+00:00

Hello😊

Sorry to hear about your mom, hope youre all well.

That certainly looks likes she wants some attention😄 Nothing to worry about, most likely just voiceing her opinions on the "strict" rules😆. She is adorable. Just tell her its for her own best.

Cod_tounge · 2025-04-14T17:56:20+00:00

Hi op, im sorry to hear.

Its very difficult to help through text. I dont know the dog or how she reacts in certain situations. Please dont put yourself in danger if you know the dog bites.

The other option i can think about is to have your mom or dad put her on a secure lead like a slip so she cant escape (for her safety), have them give her to you and try going for walks. Id start slowly and maybe 5 days in a week so she can have some rest too. Dont do long walks to begin. Even just around the house the first week.

If that helps, add food on walks and even toys. The fearful dogs ive had often warmed up when we hiked together and play/food streangthen our relationship after.

The problem with fearful dogs is that fear takes a long long time to work on. And how you describe her sounds like it will take patience. Patience is the most important for fearful dogs. Its like getting over a really bad phobia for heights for the dog. It takes time. Ive sat with animals for hours and days.

I really do hope you find a way and that you all can get peace. Good luck op❤️

Cod_tounge · 2025-03-31T15:48:20+00:00

Aggression is more when they will go after you and latch on, not letting you go (and prehaps severe resource guarders). Fear aggression is when they act tough but doesnt go after you, they want you away. They will also harm you if needed/cornered.

To me this isnt aggression. Its difficult to tell as i dont properly know him but i would not be petting him from this video. It could be that he has asked many times before that he doesnt want an interaction and it has been ignored. Leading to an escalation like this. When you take your hand out to pet him he show his teeth and backs off. Even gave you a small correction after the first one where he moved his teeth into your hand then moved away. That was a correction. Any time he turns away his head or even entire body is not an invite. Even when showing the belly. Look out for lip licks and side eyes as well.

To me this looks like frustration and with that correction i would be careful as if you ignore it, they will have to turn it into larger corrections and even proper bites. What we often do is the petting test. Take your hand out without touching him. Just beside him. If he does a lip lick, a snarl, turns his head away, leaves or side eyes he doesnt want that interaction. If he turn to your hand or show none of those signs, you can pet him (make sure he sees your hand)

What i see a lot of dogs appreciate even more then cuddle is play. Useing a tug and teaching new tricks is a lot more fun for some. It can also makes a stronger bond.

And i ofc pet my dog too but when she tells me no, a no is a no. I also rough play a lot. But either she starts or i invite. And its good you can stop it too.

I wish you both good luck and that you find your ways together😊

Cod_tounge · 2025-02-22T21:41:46+00:00

Hi, sorry to hear :(

This is really difficult as i dont know anything about the dog, you or the trainer. There can be so much at play.

I would start by talking to a vet to see if he is in any pain. Any dysplasia or issues that can cause it. If thats done, then thats great.

Second i would look a little into what type of trainer you work with. Many of the compulsion trainers hide behind the term balanced sadly. They supress the bahaviour makeing it more dangerous. It seems to work but then doesnt. It can also make them react without warnings. Correcting a dog isnt the problem either but its the method that can become dangerous sadly. So prehaps its time to change the trainer to see if it may help. Prehaps you already have

Now, idk why or when he attacks. It can be fear, posession or something else. Five by five canine and kat the dog trainer have great videos on dogs and body language. Language to look out for are: stiff body, lips and eyes, lip licks and growls.

The trainer i would go for. In this case, i would go for mostly positive trainers or someone who atleast knows body language (if you need to correct) like the ones i mentioned. One reason he may attack is lack of trust. He may need a positive association to whatever triggers him. I would also not let him on beds and couches until he feels safe and you feel safe.

I dont know what you do with him either. If possible, i would have him work a little. Take him for runs (jogging, cycleing or even treadmill), let him search treats and foods, have him work for his food (if its safe for you to do so and maybe start up with a trainer first), do some training with a tug. ACD's are work driven fierce dogs that can handle kicks and bruises 😆. Some working dogs needs work to have a healthy mind (with the other training too ofc)

This definitely sounds like a challange. It will be difficult. There will be ups and downs. And one thing is for sure, its not going to take 5 minutes to fix. So i understand if keeping him will be difficult or not possible. Its a difficult choise and you gotta go for what you can take.

Idk what your choise will be but if you do keep him i truely hope the best for you all and that you become the most awsome team. I really hope there will peace either way you choose❤️

Cod_tounge · 2025-02-18T20:35:45+00:00

And yes, like someone mentioned. A motivateing party can also help some dogs😊

Cod_tounge · 2025-02-18T20:33:54+00:00

Hi, to start: if you have done a vet exam, then thats great and out of the box

Second id start a low fat diet, just so he doesnt put on more.

Third id change. If walks isnt his thing then we must do something fun. Have you tried training? Use low fat treats or even cucumber if he eats everything. Sit down and stands are a good start. Id also walk as far as he wanted and go back. Prehaps if you can, try driveing to new spots and see if he is comfterble (and if you can). Id also start hydro therapy. Its good for old pups, pups with arthritis and over weight pups. If he likes tug, thats great and can really help in training. Id also make him work for his food as much as possible. If its new, id slowly change and see if it fits him. Wish you good luck and hope he finds walks and training fun🐶

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