Arui

I can't tell you all how much I've been laughing for the past fifteen minutes. I'm hurting because of it. If my dogs ever found something like that, there'd be no end to the fury. I'd laugh about it after time passed, but ugh. I would've probably burned the bush just to make sure nothing like that happened again. And I'm glad I'm not the only one. Or am I? It's not pleasant in either case. Thanks for the toothpaste idea. I for one would much prefer my dog smelling like Colgate or Aquafresh. Really, I'd take just about anything decent over the stink of something from some critters' bowls. Laughter really is the best medicine.

Goodness. I wish my frustration would be enough to cure her of this nasty habit. Aarka isn't all that fond of water. (I think she'd learn to love it if we ever got a pool.) I try to make bathing a positive experience, just because she's not fond of being doused with stuff/she's not in control... but I haven't been able to get her to like it at all. I think tomorrow I'm going to go on a hunt, to see if I can find where she's getting this from. If I find what I'm looking for, I'll get her on a leash, walk past the source, and watch for a reaction from her. If she displays interest, I'll correct her. That's the only plan I've got. I'm hoping I'll get some success as quick as possible.

Hello, hello. I don't know if you all remember me or not, but I first joined this forum a couple of years back, just before I got my lovely border girl. Anyhow, she's doing great with everything I've taught her, and I'm pleased to say that she's a quick learner. But she makes me want to cry sometimes. About a week and a half ago, my girl decided to try on a new "perfume" for size. I can't say I enjoy the smell of fecal matter... especially when my girl is wearing it. UGH. So it was off to the tub. The very next day she returns from the outdoors with (you guessed it!) another coating of her new-found funk. This time my mother had the opportunity to enjoy this new fragrance with me. She was just as thrilled as I was! This evening, Aarka did it again. Now, we've taken precautions; when the dogs go out, they're under supervision. That sort of thing. Also, we've been keeping the yard very clean. (Now we've got a suspicion that it may be cat droppings that she's finding... and those are more difficult to spot from our standpoint.) Has anyone had any issues with this sort of ordeal? Or have any tips? I can train her to do just about anything... but if I can't find what she's rolling in, I can't teach her to leave that funk alone. Thanks, Aru

Well, I'm not too sure if Aarka's legs are actually over the limit of normality, but I do know that she's FAST. I would very much enjoy training her in something less expencive than agility, especially since there are no competitions/trainers in Kansas that I've heard of. One thing I was considering is frisbee, since Aark prefers chasing a frisbee to a tennis ball. She's a real jumper too, so I'd like to get her into the habit of a better sport than counter-top surfing. At six months, I've trained her almost to the point of being very smooth in her obedience, but just in case, I've been going to a young-dog trainer for further help. Anywho, if anyone is involved or could help me get involved in frisbee stuff, that would be awesome.

Ah, thankyou !

Hey all. I'm recieving my border collie sometime next week, hopefully on the 7th of May. Anyhow, I'm trying to conjure up a feeding schedule for Aarka, since she'll be 8 weeks old when we go get her. Moving along; I'd like to find out what kind of brands are most trustworthy for puppies this young in age, as well as fairly inexpensive, and if there is any specific amount to feed her and when. Sorry about the confusion. I've looked through the search, but I haven't found anything like what I'm needing, so if you could lend a paw, please do so.