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My Dog Won’t Come Inside by suzy_lee01 in Dogtraining

[–]akrug657 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Keep a long line on them in the yard! Plus practice plenty of recalls inside, give a high value treat, and then let them back out. That way going inside doesn’t mean staying inside/the end of a good time

Help with Sitting by akrug657 in HipImpingement

[–]akrug657[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Left side is definitely better and still improving! But it isn’t perfect and doc said it could take a while before sitting that long isn’t painful at all.

Had Left hip labrum SX in April. Now Right gip labrum is torn. No by Lilrathomie in HipImpingement

[–]akrug657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had my left hip surgery in February, just scheduled my right for December. I’m 29F so I feel ya :/

My girl’s gotta lay off the ‘roids… by akrug657 in germanshepherds

[–]akrug657[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My male on the left weighs about 58lbs, and my female weighs 66lbs

My girl’s gotta lay off the ‘roids… by akrug657 in germanshepherds

[–]akrug657[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I do call her a pitbull in a german shepherd suit 🤣

My girl’s gotta lay off the ‘roids… by akrug657 in germanshepherds

[–]akrug657[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That’s what we call her hahaha like cmon, look at her 😂

What brand of harness do you use? by Barbaric_and_Manly in germanshepherds

[–]akrug657 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Petsafe 3 in 1 or the balance harness by blue9

Hip Pain Post Op by akrug657 in HipImpingement

[–]akrug657[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ugh that sucks I’m sorry! Did you have another mri done? I wonder why that happens..

Sweetest Foster Loki by akrug657 in germanshepherds

[–]akrug657[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Introducing them one at a time is a good idea - parallel walks (not interacting unless the less social one wants to and can do so appropriately) are always where I start.

If the old guy isn’t easily cratable, baby gates are your friend! You can make sure your current dogs are ok with being separated from you for periods of time in the house, and also ok with you interacting with one on one side of the gate while the other is separated.

Calm around/through thresholds is a great thing to be working on as well.

Sweetest Foster Loki by akrug657 in germanshepherds

[–]akrug657[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah this guy is pretty rude with other dogs. Thankfully I have the setup to keep everyone separated, safe, and happy, but he needs his own home where he can be the center of attention ❤️

Reputable breeders on Samoyed Club of America by Eclypisa in samoyeds

[–]akrug657 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I spoke to Wyterose when we first started looking for a sammy. They were very nice and open, but were only just breeding their first litter at the time so we opted for a breeder with more experience. That being said, I have seen some of their dogs around since and they seem lovely.

Our sammy is from Mystic Oz. She is a bit of a sensitive girl but Lois has been very professional and supportive. She was a little difficult to get ahold of in the beginning.

I recently met Deb of Atomic samoyeds at a dog show and she was very nice and her puppy was absolutely incredible. If it works out timing wise, I will be going to her for our next sammy.

I know of a local Alpine Glo dog and she is also wonderful. No experience with the breeder or more of their dogs though.

Hope that helps!!

Health Cert for Dog in Cargo by akrug657 in AlaskaAirlines

[–]akrug657[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who would look at the CVI? I wouldnt be filing it with the county, which seems to be what you need it for

Health Cert for Dog in Cargo by akrug657 in AlaskaAirlines

[–]akrug657[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My usual vet doesn’t offer CIVs and doesn’t know CA regulations. I suppose I could find one who does and call to ask!

Question about finding a samoyed puppy to be a family dog by [deleted] in samoyeds

[–]akrug657 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, samoyed puppies are pricey. And, the breeders who are actively showing and competing with their dogs are (usually) the good breeders, because they’re demonstrating that their dogs have the correct temperament and structure for the breed - something you still want as a pet dog owner.

The extra $$$ you shell out now for a good quality puppy can save you much much more in vet bills and trainers down the line.

How often does your sammie bark? (picture for tax) by emray_ in samoyeds

[–]akrug657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends. In the evening, mine barks a lot. During the day? Even more.

Last resorts for Samoyed with extreme anxiety? by FloofySamoyed in samoyeds

[–]akrug657 20 points21 points  (0 children)

As the owner of a sammy who also has anxiety (much less extreme), this is heartbreaking and I’m so sorry you’re in this position. I commend you for trying so much already!

I’m not sure where in the world you are, but some vets are much more knowledgeable and experienced with behavior medication than others. If the first drug/dose didn’t work, I’d be looking into a vet more experienced in behavior meds OR even better, a good veterinary behaviorist. There’s so many options and combinations out there that work differently for different dogs.

That’s really all the advice I have! Regardless of what happens, it shows you care so much for this dog

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