Quote Originally Posted by Karen View Post
First question, is he neutered?

Now, he is definitely marking "his territory," and why he has chosen that is a mystery, but can you move the barbecue to a different spot, and clean it thoroughly with bleach? Is there some other significance to that particular spot?

In the meantime, work on some training with him, and with other family members, keep that shepherd brain working! Does he herd the chickens or the children?

The BBQ is on wheels, so we have moved it MANY times, and for some reason he just follows it! We wash with bleach at least twice a week, depending on how much time we have...otherwise it stinks!

I am thinking of getting our older son (almost 3 yrs old) to start leash training the dog. He loves walking him on the leash, and I have noticed that the dog doesn't pull with him (although my son knows to let go if he does pull). I think it will be a fun way for them to establish mutual respect and a loving relationship.

Thank you so much for your comment! I think I have been neglecting the dog a little since the kids were born, having 2 kids under 2 years has definitely pushed him aside. We need to work on integrating him better into our activities.