scared/hiding six month old male, sheltin

[Ann]

Wonderful news about Sheltin ... he is making great strides, thanks to you patience, love and training! It sure sounds like you are on the right track with him. Good for you -- I'm sure it won't be long till he'll come the rest of the way. We'll look forward to those pictures and hearing about his training class.

 

[KarenCurtis]

You've got a good point there Karen. It is a TV show for 1/2 hour. It has been editted down to fit actually less than 1/2 hour because of commercials. We don't see what happened the rest of the time he was with the dogs. Because of editting, what has been left out that should be seen?

Yes, ofcourse Cesar makes mistakes too- but I also thinks he corrects himself when he does- I find him to be gentle, compassionate, and able to adjust his methods for the type of dog he is dealing with, I don't find him antiquated at all. I also don't feel that some of the old parenting styles are antiquated either Allot of them should be listened to, same with dog training- gentle leadership.
Karen

 

[SheepOfBlue]

He's pretty happy now....

I don't think he's a huge fan of bathing, but lays down in the tub

Good looking guy. I do like the stink eye from the tub though I would take the look over a battle.

How tall is he? Looks a bit small.... of course the monster Sca makes others look small to me I am sure

 

[Megansmom]

Oh MY, oh my, he is gorgeous, just beautiful. As I have said before, you and your DW are doing a wonderful job with him

 

[Lahree]

WOW! He is a BEAUTIFUL dog!

 

[corbinam]

Sheltin is so handsome! And even more importantly, it sounds like he is making tons of progress. Great job!

 

[Toffee's Mom]

Yes, ofcourse Cesar makes mistakes too- but I also thinks he corrects himself when he does- I find him to be gentle, compassionate, and able to adjust his methods for the type of dog he is dealing with, I don't find him antiquated at all. I also don't feel that some of the old parenting styles are antiquated either Allot of them should be listened to, same with dog training- gentle leadership.
Karen

Read the body language of the dogs without the sound on. I am sorry, but I don't understand why people are so very willing to follow him but aren't willing to even try a clicker...
I agree to heartily disagree with him and his followers and encourage everyone to read that NY Times article I posted earlier. Although it makes for good TV, there is MUCH better training out there. Again I am reformed, lol, so I have tried BOTH methods numerous times with various dogs! Anyhow that is the last out of me on that.

I certainly applaud Sheltin's progress and that is what I am celebrating

 

[KarenCurtis]

Read the body language of the dogs without the sound on. I am sorry, but I don't understand why people are so very willing to follow him but aren't willing to even try a clicker...
I agree to heartily disagree with him and his followers and encourage everyone to read that NY Times article I posted earlier. Although it makes for good TV, there is MUCH better training out there. Again I am reformed, lol, so I have tried BOTH methods numerous times with various dogs! Anyhow that is the last out of me on that.

I certainly applaud Sheltin's progress and that is what I am celebrating

Just a difference of opinion, that is all.
Karen

 

[Megansmom]

I know we have to agree to disagree sometimes and I guess this is one of those times in regards to Cesar Milan..I still love him and think he's great. I can't judge a man who clearly LOVES animals based on a 30 minute episode..

Anyway, we all agree that Sheltin is doing great

 

[Ainsley's mom]

Congratulations to you and Sheltin. You have really come a long way in a short time, although I am sure that sometimes it doesn't feel that way to you. I think you found the key when you realized that all dogs are different and that sometimes you need to try things to see what will work with your dog.

I wouldn't worry too much about him being scared of noises and other people and dogs at this point. That will probably self correct as he gets more confident in himself. Once he is used to that sort of thing, you might want to introduce him to other things he might encounter when he is with you. I have exposed my dog to shopping carts, automatic doors, elevators, an accounting office on April 15 (ok, I used to work there; you might want to skip that one)... Just a suggestion.

Just last week I took Ainsley to the park and she saw her first motor boat on the lake. She looked at me like -- Mom, what is THAT noisy thing? I just said to her "That's a boat. It's kinda like a car, only it goes on water." The other people in the park were probably questioning my sanity, but Ainsley just laid down like it was no big deal. If I had made a big deal over it she would probably get excited every time she saw a boat from then on.

By the way, Sheltin is adorable. I especially love the shot of him in the bath. That look is priceless. If they could talk; well, maybe it is better that they can't.