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| They are very much people dogs, so it's not surprising he wants to play when you are home. I would give him some play time, and some training time each day, and then when you have other things to do or want to relax, try just being firm, telling him no, and ignoring him. Alternatively, you could crate him for a bit when you need to, but I would suggest not making it seem like punishment. Give him a blanket, something to chew and a treat for going in it.
Other than that, maybe he just needs a "job"? OES are a working breed, and are happiest when they have a job to do. |
| Now if only they could get minimum wage they could pull their own weight......pay for a meal every once in a while... |
We tried the 2nd dog. It didn't work. The 2 will play. Ooo - the play growls and running! You've never seen such a ruckus but then Farley (and previous sheepies) come and stand by me and start with the pawing and whining. Sheepies like to play with people as much - if not more so - than with other dogs. We're much more interesting I guess.  |
| I know this does not help for right now but getting another dog will certainly help - I can vouch for that. Since we brought home our second girl the two of them play so much that I am the one fighting them for their attention!!
In the meantime, have you ever thought about hiring someone to come in during the day to take your baby outside for some exercise ??/ |
| I agree that 2 dogs are great for keeping each other company and playing, but I also agree with Heather. It's non-stop running, jumping and barking. I think it's great for them but just once I'd like to make it through an hour long tv show!
I also have a dog walker come during the day a couple of times a week and it does wonders. Clyde walks for almost an hour with her and then he's down for the count. I get laundry done, clean up around the house, and, believe it or not, he doesn't even follow me everywhere. It's so funny though because he wants to follow me so bad but he's just too worn out. Cute  |
| Here's the story I am told about my Mulligan.
He came from a home that had purchased him a couple of years ago. As he got bigger and more playful, they decided that he was too much to handle, and decided that they needed another dog to keep him company. The got a another puppy from Mulligan's breeder, his half-sister Maddie. Things did not progress as expected, and they wound up turning both in to rescue. How much of this story is accurate? I don't know. I don't know if the story got garbled as it was handed from person to person. But therein lies a cautionary tale, I suppose. |
| My girls do amuse each other much of the time, but they are still people dogs. Although they will play with each other, they still need human companionship, that is what they were raised to expect. First thing in the morning when I have my tea before work, they just have to take turns now climing up on my lap for kisses and cuddles. LOL |
| I've thought about getting another sheepie to keep Beau company, too. I want to go through rescue which I realize will take some time.
So for now, I have made arrangements with my neighbor to come over several times a day to take him outside for play time. Even though the yard is fenced, I'm not comfortable leaving him out when I'm not there. So, she comes over with her little boy and they have play time for about an hour in the morning and then again in the afternoon. I usually go home at lunch to spend time with him too. We play fetch for about 20-30 minutes. So, even though he's not coming to work with me all day every day now, he does get some interaction and "people" time during the day. However, he is still a huge bundle of energy when I get home and we have to play outside for a good hour before he calms down enough to come inside. I have him to thank for the few pounds I've lost! |
| Two dogs is a mixed blessing. On one hand, they keep each other company and they can play and not bein so anxious. On the other hand... you've seen what two dogs can do with to much time on their paws.
Since Sofa arrived, Lennon is less anxious about being left alone, but now we have 2 dogs that need excercise. We let them out to run at least 3 times a week and I play with them when we come from work, that way they are active. I'll agree with the idea of a dog walker, that way your doggie will keep escercised and less anxious when you come home. These guys need lots and lots of attention. |
Clyde likes to hang out and cuddle with me but, despite my best efforts, would much rather play with Lucy-- with the exception of playing ball because I'm just a lot better at throwing than Lucy. Honestly, I believe it's because he knows that I'm way too willing to play. Lucy is getting older and set in her ways so sometimes she just doesn't want to be bothered. Clyde sure isn't going to accept that though. He's found that there's no better way to get her to play than to bark on all sides of her head. I know she then plays so he'll be quiet but I'm afraid he thinks that the barking is what Lucy really loves  |
| Well, I did it, I got another OES this past weekend. He is approx 18 months old, and was a rescue. He is not house trained so that is the hardest part right now. I will be crating him until he is house trained, but he spent last night and today and in the bathroom, I hope he is okay when I get there. My other OES really seems to enjoy the company, but right now its a little stressful for me. Not knowing his tempermant, what his actions mean, is tough, because I know exactly what the first one is thinking . Any suggestions greatly appreciated, and I will write more when I have time. |
| What is your new additions name? Did you get him from rescue? Usually they don't place a dog until they have evaluated for things like that, to get to know him a little, and give you a better idea of what to expect.
If you show fear of him because you don't know what to expect, I think you may end up with an aggressive dog who thinks he is alpha. You need to gently and firmly assert your position right away. I would suggest reading up on the "nothing in life is free" approach. Make him sit for everything, make him sit and wait for meals, feed him by hand for a little while too so that he knows you are in charge, you provide what he needs and wants. I'm not as familiar with this, so I'm sure other members will give you far better adive that I can, but those would be my suggestions to start with. |
| I had been considering getting another one for months, but isn't everyone afraid of making the wrong decision, you never know til you do it. I had put in apps to a few Rescue Organizations, and he, name is Miller, came from Ga, he was a stray. He had only been in foster home for a few days. He is very gentle, but you can tell he had been abused at one time. He is completely shaved down right now too. I know this first week is very important in his training and Max's! We are working on different things every day, but most importantly the house training. He has not had any mistakes since Saturday, but for the past two days, I've had to put him in the bathroom while I'm at work. but so far, he's great. Max loves playing with him. Once in awhile its seems to get rough, but hopefully they will work that out amongst themselves. I just cant wait for his hair to grow in. I wish I had a digital camera but I don't. My sister took some pictures of Max a few weeks ago that I will post once she sends to me. |
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