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^ I second above! Most new parents I know are beyond exhausted for most of the first year: sleep deprivation knocks you out, and all your remaining energy is focused on either workong, or, focusing on carrying for an infant. The last thing you wan…
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It's been so much fun watching her grow! I didn't know that about Canada Geese, I might have to let Takeo chase next time LOL he would love that! (Edited bcuz my post cut off)
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I agree it sounds like boredom or playfulness - she could be really eager to get wrestling and playing and that's just her way of getting energy out! You could try bringing the toy out and pausing on walks to tug and play, as a reward for when sh…
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I recall someone posting, I believe it was accidental, and the dogs are adults now. They didn't say much, it was a photo share I think!
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I love the update pics, I can't believe how much she's grown!!! Those potato pics!! So adorable. Yes @koujichan, hope you can join us one day! :)
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Hey there, I'm from Ontario - I haven't heard of any in Nova Scotia yet, but it might be helpful to ask a few breeders to see if they've shipped dogs that way. Someone in our group here will head East maybe once a year, but they said their next tr…
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They're very trainable and learn quickly. However I find they get "bored" so you have to keep rewards/tasks exciting. Mine is both stranger/dog nervous. It really depends on the human and the dog for us (whether he will tolerate or react …
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Happy birthday! Wow, that's one giant bully stick lol
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Thanks @PoetikDragon! (Edit: my entire post just deleted!) I just feel any leash correction only adds to stress if dog is already agitated. You also mentioned using a Halti so I'm not sure how corrections are being done. Are the lessons 1 hour lo…
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the trainer would only wanted us to reward him for DOING the command (i.e. 'sit') then correct if he STOPPED doing it. To clarify, leash corrections = negative punishment In my experience, leash corrections in general only add to your dog's agitat…
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Is there anything that would've triggered her sudden sensitivity? Could be an outdoor noise or maybe her paw is cut, etc. I would always recommend counter-conditioning. Great step by step guide here: https://drsophiayin.com/blog/entry/countercondit…
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I recommend reading this forum front to back ;) especially the Shikoku section, if you haven't already. I find it really helpful in preparation. Authors for books on training,I recommend Patricia McConnell and Dr. Sophia Yin
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The referendum went through just before Christmas. I'm not sure about the B&T being left out :( The breed has always listed under hounds, likely bcuz they would fit the hunting description: 'Hound breeds are split into two factions – those lon…
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I'll chime in, although you've got some great answers already! I walk my dogs at least 1.5-2 hours per day. This is in addition to playing/training time etc. On horrible weather days, i would cut that to a few shorter walks (20 mins). Shikoku's are…
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It went through :) Shikoku is an official breed!
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Lol at the donut pic Sounds like she's doing great :) looking forward to pics as she grows!
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Congrats on the addition! Love your IG spam lol (I'm @graysonandtakeo) I also use just a regular rake, and also a plain comb it gets all the hair out. I give T a bath when lots of fur is loose and it helps to encourage it all out (+ another long br…
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Great video! Well explained :) nice to see some NK educational content!
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Love! He's such a stud
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I love this :) what a great idea!
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Takeo (shikoku) is pretty clingy, usually follows me room to room. Grayson (shiba) could care less what room I'm in lol if I'm working from home, he will come check on me once in a while and then kind of do his own thing around the house - while Tak…
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I'm sure hearing the other anxious dog just made things worse, in addition to being nervous and alone after you left. Shikoku's can be sensitive, and I don't think Ajax was being aggressive, just acting out due to stress/nerves. I echo above, maybe…
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Both my boys have pee/poop combo on occasion, to be honest, I never thought of it as an issue -- I think when you gotta go, you gotta go! Especially a puppy is tough to hold anything in. I know it's messy, but if he's comfy doing it, I would let it…
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Well said @jigzzor!
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I think being intact = target, plus, brave Shikoku 'tude = double target! I kept takeo intact until 3. I had wanted to keep him intact forever, but in our neighborhood, the attacks/aggression from other dogs never stopped, and it just started to gi…
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Glad Ajax is OK! Just curious, is he intact?? Takeo was a walking target intact. "Rinse and repeat" sounds about right, with a punk ass Shikoku ;) so typical
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All the advice above is great, separatio. Is a good idea. While my dogs get along, I always separate them when I'm gone because it's not fair if either one gets overwhelmed. This way they can both just relax and enjoy their own treats etc. Another …
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That looks like fun! Ajax is looking handsome :)