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HABITRuth
09-24-2008, 05:45 PM
We've recently adopted a Golden Retriever from a local rescue. She's as sweet as she can be at home, but when she's out of the house (on leash), she growls and barks at pretty much anything that moves. Does anyone have tips on socializing a rescue dog or words of encouragement?
Allin1PetCare
09-25-2008, 02:50 AM
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Hi there,</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">In order to best serve you I would need more information. Such as&nbsp;what's her history, her age, any medical issues, what are her specific triggers, does she act out of fear or overconfidence, how much exercise does she get, how much training has she had, specific examples of her behavior at home...</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">It could be the result of little to no socialization, fear aggression, overconfidence, little or no exercise and therefore overly high strung, etc. Overcoming pet issues is like anything else, you get back what you put into it. Some pets require more work, time, energy, effort, some require you to just back off and for you to give them space. So the question is how much work and how committed are you to working with her in order to provide for her needs?</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">If you're interested, I can give you a complimentary phone consult. You can reach me by email or phone: Arlene@Allin1PetCare.com or 772-489-2945. Here's our website if you would like to learn more about us: Allin1PetCare.com. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Be blessed,</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Arlene</p>
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HABITRuth
09-25-2008, 11:18 PM
<p>It's interesting that you mention exercise being one of the factors.&nbsp; I guess we don't feel positively reinforced after our walks, since she carries on so much.&nbsp; But I can see that the more exposure she has to these everyday situations and the more energy she burns, the better she might do.&nbsp; She's three to five years old, we're told.&nbsp; She doesn't have any medical conditions that we're aware of.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>