It's a sad day for our family

[4theloveofzoe]

I'm glad you've decided to give her another shot!

I really believe that she's just not getting the exercise that she needs, I have a yound Lab mix and he is absolutely CRAZY and destructive if he doesn't get a 2 mile bike ride a day, lol. Do you have a bike? You can get a Springer (or something similar) to attach to the bike and that would wear her out very quickly with no pulling while you try to walk her!

I hope the training goes well, and its nice to know that there is a family that will take her if it doesn't work out. I am SO glad that she won't be going back to the pound! (((Hugs)))

The animal shelter that I got her from is a no kill shelter, but still... The thought of her going back there..

You know... WHY is it that animals especially dogs, cats, birds, etc touch our hearts so much? Even when they're naughtY

[Kfamr]

I'm so glad you are giving her a second chance! She deserves it, afterall, I do believe a majority of "problem" dogs CAN be perfectly sound companion animals if trained properly.

I apologize, and sincerely hope that my post didn't offend you. I certainly wasn't intended for it to sound like I was judging you, just offering advice and what I would do in a situation like your's.


I hope everythings works out the best for you, your kids, and especially Zoe. Will you be taking your children to classes with you? I'm wondering if that will help Zoe to respect them more as the alphas?


It is hard for you to give her up because you're human. Most humans have hearts and certainly you do.

[finn's mom]

It sounds like she'll be fine, either way. Glad you are taking this extra step, I know it's a lot of work, but, it may be just what you guys need to make this last effort! Good luck, and, the only advice I have is stay consistent! Work with her a lot!

[chocolatepuppy]

Training a puppy into a good dog can be a lot of work. It can also be a lot of fun.Consistency,as others have mentioned, is important. Dogs want to learn, you just have to keep working with them. I hope things work out for Zoe and your family.

[4theloveofzoe]

I am hoping to take the kids with me to her training. Especially the twins who are 10, because she doesn't respect their authority at all. It's funny... because she's SOOOO gentle with Isabel, whose 2.

[luvofallhorses]

Training a puppy into a good dog can be a lot of work. It can also be a lot of fun.Consistency,as others have mentioned, is important. Dogs want to learn, you just have to keep working with them. I hope things work out for Zoe and your family.

ditto.

[K9soul]

Lori, I sent you a private message . I just thought I'd mention it here in case you don't usually check them. I think the classes will be a wonderful experience for all involved

[4theloveofzoe]

Lori, I sent you a private message . I just thought I'd mention it here in case you don't usually check them. I think the classes will be a wonderful experience for all involved

I think you may be right.

[4theloveofzoe]

My older children are primarily the ones who wanted to trade her in for a smaller dog. Now how do I get them to cooperate in Zoe's NEW lifestyle?