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debkor:
Hi Hops.

I have had a few (bad behavior) rescue dogs.  She may be a sweetie with you because (she is being possessive) with you (your house)  and so on.  It's work to Try to turn this around.  First...it's your house.  You are (head dog).  She does not get to run your house.  Have you given her full freedom?  I am a firm believer of crate training.  When your at work ( crate).  When she eats ( out of your hand) then allow the bowl.  When you walk around house (leash her to a loop on your pants) she must follow....  take lead....  It is a LOT of work.  The leash (was my best friend when I was training) with company..  I now have a doxie that is a sweet as can be and will roll on his back with just a certain tone and what I say...Leave it alone...and he does.  But it's work!


I for the 1st time in 15 years bought a Pug puppy.  The reason I choose pugs is because I love their personalities!!  And of course my friend is a pug breeder.

This litter was the last.  I loved her dogs so much I had to get one of the last of the pups.  My other friend bought 2 and my teenage sons friend bought one.  So
I'm up to my eyeballs in pugs..play..the pug run..and the little clowns of dog world.

If you want to give your new fur kid a chance 1st let her know your not her possession.  Make her earn (with good behavior).  You can try some of the above.,

Ah!  It's hard when you become attached!!  I do love dogs!!

But I have returned one and had to put another down (was extremely dangerous) 105 lbs..

Deb

Twoapenny:
Hi Hops,

It might work, I have a friend who trains difficult dogs and she reckons most dogs can be helped, but it takes a lot of time, energy and you need to really know your stuff - plus you'd have the worry of what might happen when friends visit while you're trying to do it.  So they might be able to do something, it's lovely that she's bonded with you like that, bless her, and I hope you can work something out xx

lighter:
Hops:

With so many wonderful dogs available for rescue, I just see you with sweet lab mix dog that loves to go out into the world, and embrace fellowship.

If you return this dog, you can inform the folks in charge that she's the perfect dog for someone who's interested in home protection........

[i with the expectation the dog will never ever be for public consumption.[/i] 

Won't greet burglars happily at the door.

Can't be bought off with a treat, bc it's THIS dog's job to protect and defend.

That's something special, and there are people out there who actually seek those kinds of dogs OUT.

Women dealing with dangerous ex's are absolutely looking for lovely companion dogs that can also make them feel safe in their homes. 

Giving her back doesn't mean you're giving up on her or letting her down.  It could mean you're making her available for someone who NEEDS this dog.

Right now.

Just say'in.

Lighter
ps There are dog trainers who actually train dogs to BE what your little friend is right now.  It's a particular thing.  Not necessarily a BAD thing.  Yes, it adds stress to your life, but it could be the thing that makes it possible for someone else to sleep at night, kwim?  Perhaps the shelter could contact aq women's shelter to find out if there's someone out there looking for this little friend right now?

Hopalong:
I've gotten some reassurance that she may just need some time to heal, and trust that I'll protect her, and that she can venture out into the world and learn that people are friends.

I'm right now thinking I wanna give it a go.

Haven't had this much love in my home in ages...we spent an hour just talking (well, me--she was wagging) and goofing around on the floor and being silly...sooooooooooooo healing.

I'll see what the trainer says before I decide it's not worth it. She's not a vicious dog, she's a scared dog. But only 3 y/o....she might be young/plastic enough to learn some happy new realities. I'll just be responsible about handling guest visits and introduce other new outings gradually, in small excursions, as she regains strength.

But if it really does happen again and shows me it's an intractable problem, I will not be afraid to make the hard call.

xo and thank you for caring about me!

Hops

Twoapenny:
Hope it all works out, Hops, will be sending healing vibes to your pooch!  They are lovely friends to have, fingers crossed she starts to feel safe soon.

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