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Time to go back to the treating vet ..... the clinic has your dog's history and knows much more about him . Haven't they been helpful ? aah ..I just found your other post .

She is !

I hope it turns out not to stem from anything sinister ..and that it settles Thanks for the update .

If he is prevented from digging ..then climbing/jumping may well be next on his skills list , unfortunately

That is interesting Thanks - made me smile .

Welcome You are right to be concerned - Your dog is finding more interest and excitement away from your home . - YOU and where you live should be SUCH a fabulous spot that he never needs to wander ... YOUR RULES and psychological boundaries also need to be reinforced to keep him at home . Good physical boundaries - definitely !! A single young and very fit dog dog will get bored very quickly unless he spends a lot of time 'working' his brain with his humans ..not just roaming/walking . They enjoy training, doing tricks , LEARNING ... to carry things .. to pick things up off the ground for you ..put toys back in boxes ....to do all sorts of stuff ..and to be well rewarded for this brain work LOL ..I was almost about to suggest teaching ParKour ..that could be a big mistake . mostly, he needs your attention /company . To be with you indoors & out ....possibly on a long leash outside while communications are established ? It will take some time

This was 'a thing' in 2010 apparently . The cabinet could be used for dogs & cats . I was horrified watching the video ......

I have only ever worked with one newfy ..but so VERY different from a labrador ... especially the size and amount of grooming care needed Congratulations on doing your homework .............. and YES .Do be sure to take lots of time to see different Newfs , to check out nutrition, health and , especially training needs ! ( I have been met at the door by a trained and very well kept newfy who was also the family guard - an 'interesting' experience , even when I knew this girl was under control ...they are amazingly powerful and loud !!) She was owned by a decades- long experienced trainer, and was a gorgeous dog

Another week .... Don & his shadow .... Don & my asparagus 'harvest' LOL!!

Not as a regular thing ..but as cat food usually smells strongly - I often use it to tempt older dogs ..or use the dry pieces as treats .

Very True ! he is set in his ways ..has all his humans trained 'just so'... and may not want his peaceful life interrupted by another dog in his territory gee..he was stunning as a youngster took this from 2007 post of yours .

my dogs have not ever been obtained from a rescue ..my present cat was I wanted a female, ..one which had been in foster care , had all vet work done , and had certain temperamental traits The shelter took all my details , and eventually I was introduced to my perfect cat companion It worked very well.

I don't know anyone in canberra ...however , contact k9 pro ..they are EXPERT whIch is what you need in a situation where human aggression is involved, I feel .a PHONE CONSULT MAY BE A HELPFUL AND IMMEDIATE START. have a look here , AND click HERE FOR MORE INFO . How do you get help? Working with dogs AND owners Contact us, even if you are located somewhere far far away, we do Phone consults and people find these really helpful. We have options set up for distance and or Interstate travellers who take advantage of our High Intensity packages which means we work with you for several lessons in a week. A Behaviour consult is our standard starting point and most people find “hope” in these magic two hours. No of course not all dogs are cured and or rehabilitated in two hours, but we can diagnose the problem for you correctly, we can show you how to handle your dog and we can start teaching your dog how he or she SHOULD behave. Then we will support you for as long as you need. In some cases the situation may be so bad for you that we need to take your dog, perhaps just to give you a break or perhaps to run your dog through our Rehabilitation program. Super secure kennels with no access to other dogs Unlike some other boarding kennels, we CAN take your dog regardless of how many problems the dog has. Human aggressive or dog aggressive dogs are standard in our Super Secure kennels, your dog will be managed effectively here. He or she will not come into contact with other dogs during their stay unless it is part of the program we are running. There really is no reason that your situation can’t get better, we can help your dog, but even more importantly in some cases, we can help you more. @huski you around ?

Sounds wise

tried the cat food with no success ..it did not agree with my crew.

can't remember now sorry ...I looked thru so many !

new week Angry bird ;) no ..little fairywren at the windscreen Euro/Wallaroo in B/W

I once rented where dogs were not allowed in common areas ..so yes, carried my dog in ..he slept in my room only . It is also a good plan for your dog to wear a coat/Tshirt when being carried ..to stop hair drift ..then it's just a matter of you cleaning/laundering your stuff separately At 8 ..your dog is used to being indoors, and near you ...it's a big ask to change abruptly ..new house/new rules entirely ...

yes!!!

So sorry Your dear little dog had to leave in such a way Condolences. Sending thoughts to you all at this awful time .

@ades17 it seems you will lead a less disruptive life with this woman removed from it . When you are ready ..maybe we can indeed help point you in the direction of where your dog is waiting

Little & often would be my suggestion .

Good plan, too !

Oh gosh, ades ..OK ... talk/txt & casually ask her where she's moved to ...isn't it great she can have dogs etc ... hopefully you have a name/address of the complex . enquire ..and phone or check website ...see if dogs are allowed...or dogs of a certain size/type ?