I was going outside a few days ago and this is what I was. I wanted to let him go outside with me, but he didn't have on his leash and I know he can not be trusted off leash and would probably terrorize people😖
Is it common for poodles to not be able to be trusted off leash? My golden retriever and German shepherd have been off leash pretty much since the day they came home as puppies with no problems, or even any close calls. Just wondering if this is something I should write down in my “poodle traits” list for when I eventually get one. Note to self: DO NOT let puppy off leash outside.
Is it common for poodles to not be able to be trusted off leash? My golden retriever and German shepherd have been off leash pretty much since the day they came home as puppies with no problems, or even any close calls. Just wondering if this is something I should write down in my “poodle traits” list for when I eventually get one. Note to self: DO NOT let puppy off leash outside.
I think it depends on if they were trained very early for it. I know there are some Poodles who can't be trusted off leash, but others are masters at being off leash. Ohhhhh, I'm so jealous!! My Australian Shepherd was the same. You might want to put that on your list😉
Is it common for poodles to not be able to be trusted off leash? My golden retriever and German shepherd have been off leash pretty much since the day they came home as puppies with no problems, or even any close calls. Just wondering if this is something I should write down in my “poodle traits” list for when I eventually get one. Note to self: DO NOT let puppy off leash outside.
Mine have been off leash since day 1 with no issues. I think it really depends on your environment, the dog’s training, prey drive, and interest in people/dogs. However, in my experience, my poodles are more self-serving than my goldens were so I do need to make sure I get their attention before they decide that what’s over there is much more interesting...
I was going outside a few days ago and this is what I was. I wanted to let him go outside with me, but he didn't have on his leash and I know he can not be trusted off leash and would probably terrorize people😖 View attachment 467212 View attachment 467213
I was thinking of you and Sisko today as Peggy zoomed around our yard, burning off some energy. If she couldn't do that a couple of times a day, I can't imagine how we'd manage.
Is there somewhere Sisko can regularly run full-speed? It only takes a few minutes of that for Peggy to flop happily down in the grass. But if she didn't have that outlet.... I don't even like to think about it!
Yes. This. Their brains are wired so differently. The working breeds in our classes only have eyes for their humans. Meanwhile, Peggy seems able to watch everything and everyone at once.
My mini mix was solid off-leash, but it took a few years and we had a tight bond. She was much more into me than Peggy is, possibly because I was alone back then but Peggy's handled by both me and my husband.
I was thinking of you and Sisko today as Peggy zoomed around our yard, burning off some energy. If she couldn't do that a couple of times a day, I can't imagine how we'd manage.
Is there somewhere Sisko can regularly run full-speed? It only takes a few minutes of that for Peggy to flop happily down in the grass. But if she didn't have that outlet.... I don't even like to think about it!
There's the field in the apartment complex and a park, but only on his 30 ft lead. I have not checked to see if the dog park we go to is open yet, but that's the only place he could run full speed off leash at😢. There has been something else that kind of bothers me. Instead of running around he will just sniff around. Even when I bring a toy he still prefers to sniff around instead. The only time he doesn't is when I bring the flirt pole, but he seems tired after 5 minutes. Sometimes I wonder if he's okay.
There's the field in the apartment complex and a park, but only on his 30 ft lead. I have not checked to see if the dog park we go to is open yet, but that's the only place he could run full speed off leash at😢. There has been something else that kind of bothers me. Instead of running around he will just sniff around. Even when I bring a toy he still prefers to sniff around instead. The only time he doesn't is when I bring the flirt pole, but he seems tired after 5 minutes. Sometimes I wonder if he's okay.
I think Peggy learned a lot of her energy-burning behaviours from the dogs she plays with. Plus, she's always had a yard to run in. Maybe Sisko just needs some practise.
Instead of running around he will just sniff around. Even when I bring a toy he still prefers to sniff around instead. The only time he doesn't is when I bring the flirt pole, but he seems tired after 5 minutes. Sometimes I wonder if he's okay.
A large chunk of dogs’ brains are dedicated to olfaction so this makes sense to me. Groot is the same. Once he’s done sniffing everything (anywhere from 10-45 min depending on where we are), he’s ready to play some fetch or chase with Snoop.
A large chunk of dogs’ brains are dedicated to olfaction so this makes sense to me. Groot is the same. Once he’s done sniffing everything (anywhere from 10-45 min depending on where we are), he’s ready to play some fetch or chase with Snoop.
Today my little boy turned 8 months old, :love:, and tonight I gave him a nice grooming/combing out. While I was doing that I decided to try and get some halfway decent pictures of him. He does not like to sit still, so it was a little difficult, but we managed. Though I think by that point he...
I like doing weekly photos of my poodles , so here's where I'll post them
What a week, the gang needs a trim and bath but I did a quick sanitary face trim.
What a beard Lenny a.k.a Mr. Leonard Pink
Serious Bea or Princess Beatrice
and Beautiful Pia or my very sassy little pop star Miss Pia Maria
Thought I'd create a space to share some of my favourites. Here's Peggy today, enjoying a quiet moment with my husband:
She will be 8 months old tomorrow and is in desperate need of a good grooming. Her ear hair especially is starting to mat. Might have to clip them nice and short.
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