Originally posted by stacwase
So - now I don't know what to do! I don't want to stop taking him for his long runs. He loves to run so much. But - I don't want to risk something like this happening again. Maybe earlier in the day would be better. It was about 4:00 pm - maybe the porcupine was waking up a little early today. Or maybe they're not nocturnal - I guess I'll have to look it up!
Well hopefully he'll have learned a lesson (albeit a very painful one) and it might not be an issue anymore.
I've known a few dogs that have been quilled and they steer clear of those strange beasts.
Unfortunately I've also heard of a few dogs that either don't get it, or the urge to get the porcupine is just too strong, and they get stuck with quills repeatedly. Hopefully in your case Max will remember his lesson.