…are strolling around the neighborhood every day. Since I returned from my last inpatient stay last summer/fall I really stayed on the ball, not walking the dogs is a rare exception from the rule. My form of the day decides how long our walk is.
Dealing with Sam still can be difficult. But my biggest fear, not being able to handle him, didn’t come true. I deal with the tricky situations the best way I can and am able to calm down quickly afterwards. And the daily excercise is good for all of us.
During the last months, I attended seminars about handling difficult dogs. My goal is to understand Sam better, because this will help me to react in the best possible way. Sam has two faces: At home, when everything is quiet, he is very cuddly and listens to commands very well. Outside, or if somebody comes near our house, he is tense and anxious and tries to scare away every human (especailly the mail man, cyclists and joggers) or dog by barking loudly. We try to show him that these situations are not dangerous, but his fears run deep.
It’s a good thing Janet is the complete opposite. Her good spirits and zest of life make us all very happy. Two problematic dogs would be too much for me to handle, but so everything is balanced out.
Since I was a little girl, animals had a positive effect on me. It doesn’t matter if it were budgies, hamsters, horses, cats or dogs. I don’t care what happens to me some days, but our furbabies always are important. On the other hand, some pets from the shelter found a new home and live with us now. Win-win!
So you are like a dog whisperer? I could never grasp the capacity to understand animals.
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I am no dog whisperer, but I am able to connect with animals. Always have, and hopefully always will!
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Good to know that. 😀 I admire your ability to do just that. The more people I know, the more animals I prefer as company.
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The german king Frederick the Great said the same. Animals have a honesty about them humans are often lacking!
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That is a win-win for you and the sweet pups too!
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Exactly! Our pets deserve the best, they have been through so much.
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Good for you, learning more about how to help your dog! Our pets are so precious to us.
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Yes, they deserve the best I can do.
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You’re an Angel, Viola ❤ Pawkisses for a Happy Spring🐾😽💞
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Well, if I should be an angel, our furbabies are my wings. Their unconditional love brings out the best in me.
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Pups are lucky to have you! I think it’s a great idea to attend the seminars, get to learn a bit more about Sam and why he reacts the way he does so you’re a bit better prepared with how to handle it. You are a good soul xxx
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Thanks. I think I have to make the life of our pets a good one as well. They deserve it. xxx
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