I give Jess sardines. I've used the ones in oil occasionally without any problems, but I do drain off the oil (it's still around the fish...
Hi Heidrun! Yes, my little dog is doing well. Still got bags of energy, and still obsessed with other dogs, but a really switched-on little dog...
Oh - also - on the training classes point. I also found group classes unhelpful. Jess would just get completely worked up and I felt that it was...
Hi Dave, I also have a very lively young working cocker (mine is about 11 months now) and have had the same challenges as you. I also had similar...
Thanks for such a quick reply! Would it work if I try to give the treats when she first hears a noise that upsets her but before she starts...
also - ps - It seems that this behaviour only happens when I'm at home. When I come home she is always calm and settled in her bed. My neighbour...
Hello all! I'm looking for some suggestions for easing anxious/worried behaviours. In the past couple of weeks Jess has reverted back to being...
thanks @JulieT . I was a bit overwrought last night and the reality probably isn't quite as extreme as my first message suggests. But you're...
I realise all my posts here have a common theme about my puppy's reactivity, but I'm worried that it is getting worse. I am going to see a trainer...
Cable ties would certainly be faster than my current method and I have some in the house. I'd prefer something more sustainable but that's a good...
I much prefer walking my dog on a harness too. My local petshop sells a brand called Miro and Makauri. They're cheaper than Puppia but a similar...
Another post, sorry if I'm monopolizing the forum this evening! Does anyone have a good solution to stop dog crate doors rattling in the car?...
Yes, I know... But she has such a noble, dignified nose! It's so misleading....
I have finally found a field without other dogs around! It is next to a road so it's not going to work for off-lead work, and it's not exactly a...
Thanks Jessieboo - that's helpful. I have actually found a farmland field a bit like you describe. It's too close to a road to let her offlead,...
Schools might be an idea. I'm not sure if it will be possible to get into school grounds out of hours but I'll try some of the local schools and...
How do you respond to other dogs approaching your puppy? I try to avoid Jess meeting strange dogs when we’re out as she is so reactive and wraps...
Coming a little late to this discussion but the most useful puppy item I've bought so far is a spray cleaning mop for my floors! This mop is...
Yes, cockers certainly have lots of energy. I don't have many good photos of her as she doesn't sit still for long - I have lots of shots of her...
Yes, she is - who would think that sweet little face could conceal such sharp little teeth?! Those photos are all a bit out of date actually,...
