Recent content by Jacks100

Richard D, we do usually put things out of his reach although he will jump onto the chair, table etc to reach things but what concerns me most is the reason he is doing these things, which I now believe is lack of mental stimulation. I would rather take steps to rectify the problem than just...

Doberluv, I really like the sound of clickers, I have found some on the internet, I am going to order a couple and give it a try, I definately think it will help as he is an intelligent dog so should grasp what I am wanting him to do quickly

We have created a run in the garden for our dog for when he is being left, he has a house which is heated with a dog flap leading to a run, which part of is sheltered. This way we dont need to worry about him destroying anything in the house and he can go out into his run as and when he pleases...

The more I think about it the more I think it must be that too. I always try to make sure he gets plenty of walks/runs but I never really think about mental stimulation for him. I have been out today and bought him his christmas presents, 2 kongs and one of those balls that you put treats inside...

I will continue my search for obedience classes for adult dogs as most of the ones I have looked at in my area are for puppies only and it can be very expensive for 1 to 1 sessions (I will pay for these if necessary though), but I do think some kind of class would be good for him. When I worked...

Doberluv, it varies as to how much exercise he gets, on average 3 walks a day, these can be from 30 minutes to 2 hours each. I have thought about taking him to agility or flyball (he loves balls, but I doubt he would drop them when he is meant to), I think I might look into any classes starting...

Joyful Roy, he is 3 years old nearly, he hasnt really had proper training, I did speak to a trainer last week who I am considering booking for after christmas, but it is quite expensive so I would be willing to try any suggestions anybody can offer myself first. I usually just take the object...

My springer spaniel who is nearly 3 is very destructive in the house, he never touches the furniture or anything large but is always stealing small things and destroying them such as remotes, mobile phones and the babies toys. I think it is mainly for attention but just dont know how to stop it...

Hello everyone, I have just registered on here and are looking forward to getting to know you all. I have a springer spaniel, Scooby who is 3 in March next year, he says woof!!