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Single people with dog(s)

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Violaviolin · 22/03/2023 20:15

I love my dog beyond words. I sometimes look at her and well up as the love is unbelievable. However, I am really struggling to have any kind of social life as dogs are so tying. I can't get dog care at weekends. There are no dog walkers or doggy day cares near me open at weekends. She's challenging so I can't just trust her with anyone. I feel a bit isolated and stuck. I take her out to lots of places but it limits me to dog friendly spots which aren't plentiful where I am. There is absolutely no chance I'd give her up so looking for ideas to help this situation. I can leave her for up to 4 hours but my friends live an hour away (and an hour back) so it limits how long I can see people for. I can take her with me sometimes but it limits things like cinema, meals (she's not great in restaurants) etc. I just feel a bit isolated. Help!

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Violaviolin · 28/03/2023 10:50

HappiestSleeping · 28/03/2023 09:02

Food is the start point though, and it's the easiest for you to start with as you are the dispenser.

I've found that one thing tends to lead to another, and getting the basics is the root of all other behaviours. How is she with sit / stay / leave it / eye contact?

The other thing I've found a challenge with current dog which would have been the case with previous one too, but I didn't know then, is how quickly changes in behaviour need to be recognised by us and rewarded to encourage what we want. I have been watching a few YouTube channels which have been really useful. All are positive training:-
Nigel Reed
Zak George (he has a good book which is on audible)
Training Positive

Shame your local trainer is punishment based.

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She's great at her other training.

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HamBone · 28/03/2023 12:53

Have you considered getting her a large crate to sleep in while you’re out? You might not be keen on the idea, but she might regard it as a safe space where she can keep her toys, etc. just a thought.

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Violaviolin · 29/03/2023 16:38

HamBone · 28/03/2023 12:53

Have you considered getting her a large crate to sleep in while you’re out? You might not be keen on the idea, but she might regard it as a safe space where she can keep her toys, etc. just a thought.

She already has her crate to sleep in.

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