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shelleyb4



Joined: 10 Sep 2006
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Location: California

PostPosted: Sun Sep 10, 2006 7:13 am    Post subject: problems with my new shelter dog

I just got a dog from a shelter in my city, and I am having problems with him, the dog has been to 4 different familys 3 of them not his fault owner issues but he is about 2 years old a border collie mix. I don't want to sound mean but the dog is a wimp he is afraid of everything if he gets scared he will just roll over on his back, he is terrified and shakes really bad on our walks, and runs really fast if he heres a dog bark. Apparently he was house broken but I don't know when he has to go, I just take him out all the time now. He doesnt know how to sit, laydown anything. He has had one accident. but please give me some advice I love dogs, this is my first dog i have adopted maybe it wasn't such a good idea. Help!!!!!!!!!!!! Rolling Eyes
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adunphy
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PostPosted: Sun Sep 10, 2006 4:37 pm    Post subject:
You'll want to start with some basic obedience for this dog. You'll need to learn how to deal with him when he acts this way. Overtime, he should gain more confidence.

There is a good book - a step by step guide for fearful dogs

http://www.dogwise.com/ItemDetails.cfm?ID=DTB878&AffiliateID=45411&Method=3
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