tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post1457195991132102920..comments2024-03-26T05:15:39.663-07:00Comments on Equestrian Ink: Meet ZiggyJami Davenporthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05259390150273030284noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-83694187231175013142012-07-31T14:38:19.389-07:002012-07-31T14:38:19.389-07:00What a great blog! I'm now a new "fan&qu...What a great blog! I'm now a new "fan"! I did not need another sad story - but it helps to know that others have shared the pain~HHmsteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16129136410081149976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-31421649037657028622012-07-30T06:28:16.272-07:002012-07-30T06:28:16.272-07:00I wouldn't use the squirt bottle trick unless ...I wouldn't use the squirt bottle trick unless the dog was securely bonded, as I said. In our case, my husband called and I squirted, as Star was most bonded to me. It was very effective. Star is not very food motivated, so treats weren't terribly effective. And she is smart, so she soon knew whether she was wearing the long line or not. She'd come back if she was wearing it, and ignore us if she wasn't. The squirt bottle convinced her that ignoring the call was not an option, even if she wasn't on the line. And this was important, as through traffic is not an issue here, coyotes and bobcats are (with a small dog). I'll look forward to hearing more about Ziggy.Laura Crumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15200878892304748308noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-62683720820474720782012-07-29T17:21:51.114-07:002012-07-29T17:21:51.114-07:00Thanks Laura, for the suggestions. I have heard of...Thanks Laura, for the suggestions. I have heard of the clothesline trick before but not the squirt bottle. Somehow I can't see my husband cooperating on that one! <br /><br />Linda, I know you had a challenge with your one rescue and 'cats.'<br /><br />All training suggestions are welcome.Alisonhttp://www.alisonhartbooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-66185740798882630772012-07-29T11:39:49.112-07:002012-07-29T11:39:49.112-07:00So cute!! ^_^So cute!! ^_^Whitneyhttp://whitsblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-67150586885360653912012-07-29T09:20:26.191-07:002012-07-29T09:20:26.191-07:00Oh good luck, Alison, with your new addition. Soun...Oh good luck, Alison, with your new addition. Sounds like you have had "challenging" dogs before, and with time and effort, their turn-around can be really rewarding.<br /><br />I have a dog that needs lots of walks, too, and the plus side is that it forces me to get up and walk also. (And I can use the exercise.) Best of luck with all of your critters fitting in and bonding, and thumbs up to you for rescuing another animal!Linda Bensonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17948970237555890150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-21214200622210894002012-07-29T06:11:52.115-07:002012-07-29T06:11:52.115-07:00Star will come back if I use my "terribly ste...Star will come back if I use my "terribly stern" voice--even if she is interested in something else. I wouldn't trust her recall near traffic, but its good enough for here on the property. We did have to work at it. Treats for coming, and being pulled in by a long line (like very light clothesline) when she didn't come, and (occasionally) being chased with a squirt bottle by the one who was NOT calling until she came to the one who was (this did not happen until she was very secure here). Now, having been with us over a year, she's pretty reliable.Laura Crumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15200878892304748308noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-44286418643628238042012-07-28T18:35:07.090-07:002012-07-28T18:35:07.090-07:00How sad... but how wonderful.
I hate hearing about...How sad... but how wonderful.<br />I hate hearing about pet 'good-byes' but to hear that a pet, in need of a home, has found a place to rest his head is wonderful. Bless you.Dreaminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113432418609414054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-11536578330907382092012-07-28T18:35:05.286-07:002012-07-28T18:35:05.286-07:00How sad... but how wonderful.
I hate hearing about...How sad... but how wonderful.<br />I hate hearing about pet 'good-byes' but to hear that a pet, in need of a home, has found a place to rest his head is wonderful. Bless you.Dreaminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113432418609414054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-5007521208527974382012-07-28T18:35:02.558-07:002012-07-28T18:35:02.558-07:00How sad... but how wonderful.
I hate hearing about...How sad... but how wonderful.<br />I hate hearing about pet 'good-byes' but to hear that a pet, in need of a home, has found a place to rest his head is wonderful. Bless you.Dreaminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113432418609414054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-35315517317111869442012-07-28T17:44:05.555-07:002012-07-28T17:44:05.555-07:00Ziggy loves walks and sniffing and shaking his stu...Ziggy loves walks and sniffing and shaking his stuffed animals. No fetch yet. (I think that is a terrier thing.) I hope one day he can go off leash like Star and Fang because it's tough to do barn chores with a dog leashed to your belt. Does Star ever chase something and get lost? That would be my worry!Alisonhttp://www.alisonhartbooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5037107797013641705.post-75915576190264957362012-07-28T14:50:16.632-07:002012-07-28T14:50:16.632-07:00Alison--My little rescue dog has those bat ears, t...Alison--My little rescue dog has those bat ears, too. She's part Chihuahua and part terrier and part ? No min pin though, I don't think. I don't really know much about them. Star, our little dog, is VERY smart and also stubborn and determined (as befits a terrier). Her call back is pretty good but not perfect--we don't have to put her on the leash unless we're out in public. She is a great fetch dog, and that gives her a good outlet for her energy. Does Ziggy like fetch?Laura Crumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15200878892304748308noreply@blogger.com