pansmom Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 "I am deep and need counseling." No, seriously, though, please wish us well! The veterinary behaviorist appointment is at 2:30 tomorrow and should run two or three hours. Will post an update about the appointment as soon as I can after I get back! For now, I can say that she is doing pretty well with the "time out" command for growling versus humans and "leave the room" command for growling versus cats. She hasn't growled at humans today or yesterday. She hasn't snarled at cats in a while. Just low intensity play growling/herding behavior--mostly herding. She hasn't bitten in almost two months. Also she really likes the food-peace regimen discussed in another thread (which basically consists of me removing the cats from the kitchen before she eats so she doesn't have to worry about them and making this very easy routine out of mealtime). This morning, I was doing something in the kitchen pre-breakfast that made her think it was mealtime and she actually went to Nyxie on the barstool and growled at her very low intensity while looking intermittently at me, like NO, WAIT, PLEASE TAKE HER OUT! (anticipating the routine--I told her no, wait, and continued with what I was doing, which involved my own breakfast, and then completed the routine for hers later when it was actually time). And she is still listening to me when I tell her hush it's nothing with the frenzied barking. Even if the barking doesn't always stop until I tell her "time out," she is always quiet by the time she is collecting herself in the bathroom. And the leash biting / weird leash-putting-on behavior is improving albeit rather slowly (see description here, in another post). So generally, things are going well! I'm just hoping Dr. Haug will be able to explain her behavior better to me and help me understand better how to act in each troublesome situation to make her less either aggressive or nervous. And also, I won't lie, I'm hoping she will send us home with an Rx too! Because I've heard so many people say dogs like her can be helped tremendously by them, if given in conjunction with behavior mod, which I am more than willing to conduct! P.S. HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL THE DOG MAMAS ON THE BOARD! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Yay! Good Mojo coming your way. Good luck tomorrow and do keep us updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 All the best mojo as you are working so hard to deal with Pan's problems! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Here's some more mojo coming your way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiacha7j Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 That's exciting! Mojo from us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urge to herd Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Mojo from a native Texan! Hope all goes well. Ruth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieDog Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Great big good vibes headed your way - I can't wait to hear how it goes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrishD Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Tessie and Cobi sendin' mojo Pan's way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljones Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 I've been following your journey with Pan but not posting because I haven't had any insight to add...however, mojo I can do, so best wishes for all of you for tomorrow's appointment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esox Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Mojo coming from Alex and me. Esox & Alex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dixie_Girl Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Lot's of mojo coming from me and my gang! Best of luck tomorrow Pan! I will be waiting anxiously for your report tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.DaisyDuke Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Mojo from everyone here! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ooky Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Lots of mojo from me and Odin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildFlower Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyer Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Much luck. Looking forward to your report. Flyer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryNH Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Wishing you the very best as you continue with your dedication to this very fortunate dog (fortunate because she has you!). Not many people would have your patience or persistence. I admire you enormously. Mary and Travis the Trickless WonderDog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sheepdoggal Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 My best mojo heading your way, best of luck tomorrow, I hopoe you and your family and Pan can find some answers to help this little dog. Take notes! You'll probably get a lot of valuable info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beach BCs Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 More NC mojo coming your way... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertranger Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 We keep lots of mojo the BCs in a special box by the computer for just such a need. Here ya go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinKate Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Good luck to you guys! Can't wait to hear the update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcnewe2 Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 It's like waiting for a good book or movie to be released. Can't wait to hear the good news. Mojo coming from CO. Upate us ASAP please.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pansmom Posted May 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Update us ASAP please.... Will do! Going to school to turn in my grades, then leaving for Texas at half past nine. If I have time when I get back tonight I will post... if not, tomorrow morning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G. Festerling Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Best of luck. Dr. Haug has the absolutely best reputation and I am sure you will get lot's of terrific help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eclare Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 I've been following your journey with Pan but not posting because I haven't had any insight to add...however, mojo I can do, so best wishes for all of you for tomorrow's appointment! Ditto. I also want to say that I am so impressed with how far you've come! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted May 11, 2009 Report Share Posted May 11, 2009 Hoping the best for you guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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