lokelani Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 Aawww - I have to admit, I got a bit teary when reading this - specially to hear how well you little chappy is doing (yes, I am a woos!) Good on you for taking all the wonderful advice and really putting it to use, looks like it has worked a treat. Now all we need is some photo's to go with the story! :rolleyes: (Probably need to take them in secret ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-time Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 That's great news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mum 2 Bailey n Chelsea Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 I'm all teary too!! Great work and congratulations on being a responsible owner who obviously cares so much for her puppy Jackson is a lucky boy! Mel xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peibe Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 Congratulations, Jackson sound like a lovely young man Great Work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidoney Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 I've been following your progress and so happy that your puppy is coming along. Looking forward to more updates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patch Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Good on you Roody!! I only just found this thread and isn't Jackson the lucky baby to end up with you! I hope his progress continues to be so positive and yes, where are the photos???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nellie Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Oh that's so great that he is comign out of his shell! He is a lucky boy having a mummy like you willing to be patient with him and show him so much love!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tassie Posted September 15, 2006 Share Posted September 15, 2006 Coming in late on the update - but just had to say congratulations, Roody. Jackson is sure one lucky little pupper to have found an owner who is prepared to work with him, and give him time to come out of his shell and show you what his true personality is. Sounds like you're doing a fantastic job - and it's great that you're seeing results quickly - very heart-warming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maile Posted September 16, 2006 Share Posted September 16, 2006 That is so great! Jackson sounds like such a nice GR, he sure do know how to treat a teddy like how it's supposed to be treated. My GRs would have ripped it to parts. Good for both of you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flycow Posted September 17, 2006 Share Posted September 17, 2006 Hello Roody70, I've been following this thread, am so happy things worked out for you, little Jackson sounded like a gentle boy, how's he going this week? Perhaps a piccie too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maile Posted September 17, 2006 Share Posted September 17, 2006 C'mon! Post some pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rugerfly Posted September 17, 2006 Share Posted September 17, 2006 sounds like this guy had absolutely no human contact except for feeding. How come he was four months when you got him? Im really glad you are going well with him and you are doing the right thing. Goldies are very resilient and forgive and hopefully forget gradually. He will forget his past life as he is still young. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sas Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 He'll get there, he unfortunately didn't get the human socialisation at the right time when he was very young. Have no fear it will come right, just don't force it, let puppy approach and initiate contact. I have a 12 month old foster dog here that took 4 weeks to come out of his shell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tashnsw Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 He'll get there, he unfortunately didn't get the human socialisation at the right time when he was very young.Have no fear it will come right, just don't force it, let puppy approach and initiate contact. I have a 12 month old foster dog here that took 4 weeks to come out of his shell. Hi, I'm also new to this thread and it just breaks my heart to hear about your puppy. I have a 10 month golden and she is outgoing and cheeky! You have got some brilliant advice here. Just speak softly and move slowly around him. Your puppy is lucky to have someone so dedicated to him and he will pay you back with lots of love in the coming years. Good luck and hope to hear more about how he is going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kazzakanary Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 Glad to hear Jackson has come out of his shell - you will have a friend for life Roody!!! My 14 wk old pup Piper took a few weeks to become a 'normal' puppy - now she is testing her boundaries and driving me mad!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffo Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 oh that is so great that he is coming along so well...thank goodness he fell into the hands of someone caring!! I would love to see some pics of him!! please please please?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NaShAd Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 Oh good to hear that you pup is coming along fine. We have a GR too. They are just gorgeous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roody70 Posted November 27, 2006 Author Share Posted November 27, 2006 Hi to all. I am so sorry that I have not been reply to everyone. I have tried numerous times to load up some photo's of Jackson, but the system keeps telling me that they are to big for this forum. I can tell you that Jackson is coming along very well. He now plays with me and other friends that come to our house. He loves playing fetch, however he doesn't want to give the ball back all the time. I allow him to sleep on the end of my bed over the weekends and he really looks forward to that. He is coming up to his 7month bday on the 2nd December. Generally he has definitely come a long way since the first day I got him home. And I would really love to thank all the constructive advice that I received from this forum, it helped me so much. Thanks. I would like to ask however, what is the best way to teach them to go onto a lead. I tried once and he went absolutely stupid, and therefore I am hesitant to try again cause he would not come anywhere near me for 2 days. I was worried that I had scared him. So if anyone has some advice for me I would greatly appreciate it. thanks - and if anyone can tell me how to get my pics on here that would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffy Magee Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 Hi Roody, you could try putting a light lead on him and just letting it drag on the ground until he becomes used to it being there. Give him lots of praise and treats while putting it on and when he is relaxed with it on. Always supervise though so there are no accidents. Eventually try picking it up, dont lead him but just pick it up and treat him for being relaxed. Then when he is comfortable with this i suggest just following him around while you hold the end, with lots of praise and treats. Once hes ok with this maybe call him to you with your happy happy voice while you have the end and treat, if he doesnt come try gentle pressure on the lead but dont pull as such. Treat if he comes and make a huge fuss. So you get the picture? Take it slow step by slow step, eventually try walking away while you have the lead and calling and PRAISE PRAISE PRAISE(oh and treat LOL). Im no expert trainer but i hope ive given you some helpful advice that works. Good luck and well done for coming so far with him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommy15 Posted November 27, 2006 Share Posted November 27, 2006 (edited) it sounds like you have made so much progress thats fantastic news congratulations. his tempermant is about to start to move into the maturity phase over the next few months, toughen up to indicate adult tempermant, so all this great work youv done will be complemented by nature and he could be a normal happy dog ! i agree with the others, i want to see photos now now now lol why not try photobucket.com. it is free to register. once you do, you can upload a photo, and they will provide you with a link which you can copy and paste when your composing your post here in dol. its easier than i make it sound trust me. edit: use the link when you do. oh and also might i add, i WISH i my dogs would enjoy the bath and not move heaven and earth to try and get away !! how the heck did you manage that ? Edited November 27, 2006 by tommy15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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