Turtle, It was ridiculous, I agree, but it was how I was taught growing up in East Texas, and it did work for other dogs in the neighborhood when I was a kid. I have seen that cure collies, poodles, pekinese and other breeds, and I was grasping at straws. In my defense, it was a bantam, and there wasnt that much left, so it was mostly symbolic.
I have written to a couple of folks on here that a dog trainers, asking for advice and help in redirecting this dogs energy and mania, so if you have any suggestions to bring to the table, they are welcomed.
She has not gotten any more chickens, but she is now charging the gate in attempts to get past me or my kids and into the yard. None of my other dogs do this, including a Bloodhound, a Bloodhound/Beagle mix, and a Terrier, so I am in dire need of help. I am facing knee and possibly brain surgery in the next month, and I cant risk her knocking me down and getting in. I also cant get rid of her, there is no place for her to go.
I have written to a couple of folks on here that a dog trainers, asking for advice and help in redirecting this dogs energy and mania, so if you have any suggestions to bring to the table, they are welcomed.
She has not gotten any more chickens, but she is now charging the gate in attempts to get past me or my kids and into the yard. None of my other dogs do this, including a Bloodhound, a Bloodhound/Beagle mix, and a Terrier, so I am in dire need of help. I am facing knee and possibly brain surgery in the next month, and I cant risk her knocking me down and getting in. I also cant get rid of her, there is no place for her to go.