Hubby cut the grass today and unhooked the time out rope. A few hours later, he hooked Ziva to one end and came back in. Shortly he realized he didn't see her and no where to be seen.
Immediately blew dog whistle for her to come, repeated several times and I saw her coming from the neighbors house, with 20ft. Rope following her.
Great to know she didn't go far, that she came when called and was fine. One day she may be able to stay in yard and we won't have panic attack.
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
Our first Vet visit
Ziva was very stressed in the car, lunging at passing cars and just didn't want to setting down. The Vet office, another new place with new smells and dogs. She didn't want to stay still on scale, so we don't really know her weight. We believe the weight on her rabies certificate was not correct. She has not lost weight and we can see how she is filling out.
After we got her into the room, it took some time to get her to settle. She loved the nurse that came in to see her and the male vet doctor was a big hit. Very surprising, he said she was doing well for not only a puppy, but a GS puppy. He estimated her age to be 18 months and very healthy.
She did get her Lyme shot, had blood draw for heartworm and he clipped her nails. She didn't like that, but needs to be done. He suggested a few over the counter meds for anxiety and to help her adjust to the new environment.
All in all, good visit, go back in three weeks for booster for Lyme.
After we got her into the room, it took some time to get her to settle. She loved the nurse that came in to see her and the male vet doctor was a big hit. Very surprising, he said she was doing well for not only a puppy, but a GS puppy. He estimated her age to be 18 months and very healthy.
She did get her Lyme shot, had blood draw for heartworm and he clipped her nails. She didn't like that, but needs to be done. He suggested a few over the counter meds for anxiety and to help her adjust to the new environment.
All in all, good visit, go back in three weeks for booster for Lyme.
Ziva class #3
class started with review of what we already had covered the past two weeks. Ziza does very well at home with these commands but is totally different at class. So many new smells, surrounding, and of course, other dogs. She is doing better, everyone states how much she is improving on stress, but she can still be a handful. The prong collar seems to help, ours is still on back order, so we continue to borrow the trainers.
We worked alot on walking and the need to keep the dog on the outside, so they actually have to work harder. Ziva continues to pull and prefers to walk fast.
Went over the importance of "recall". She responds to her name, but not when distracted. The same with "down", or any command. She is such a puppy with ADHD, if there is such a thing. On the "jump" command, hold treat up, but let drop to ground before she gets it so she doesn't bite the hand that feeds her. All common sense things, but at times, things you need to hear.
We worked alot on walking and the need to keep the dog on the outside, so they actually have to work harder. Ziva continues to pull and prefers to walk fast.
Went over the importance of "recall". She responds to her name, but not when distracted. The same with "down", or any command. She is such a puppy with ADHD, if there is such a thing. On the "jump" command, hold treat up, but let drop to ground before she gets it so she doesn't bite the hand that feeds her. All common sense things, but at times, things you need to hear.
Monday, April 17, 2017
Obedience and Ediquette class #2
To start off with, the trainer had Ziva sit in a different area on the side to see if that would cause her less stress. It did seem to help some without the other dogs walking in front of her.
We tried the training collar and that also seems to help. I used her shorter braided leather leash and it certainly was easy to wrap around my hand. I liked it better, and hubby said he liked the longer leash. He is also 6 ft. and stronger than me.
We reviewed "touch", "turn", "spin",. Ziva did great on these commands.
Next we did "recall" to recognize her name. We did change her name when we got her, but she does answer to it most of the time. I know when she is distracted, she has very selected hearing.
"Settle", went over techniques to help her settle. Never knew licking lips and yawning is one helpful tip. She needs more work on that.
Then we starting on walking. If the dog pulls ahead, you stop, If the dogs pulls back, you keep going.
Hold arm in drop position and relaxed. Do not have hanging leash. When dog grabs leash, state stop . Keep walking in faster mode, if possible. Do not look at the dog.
The last thing we did was "jump" We walked her around the ring and had her go over two boards. She did fine with this. One dog in the class is so tiny, she could barely go over one smaller board.
Assignment, keep working on all commands and walking.
We tried the training collar and that also seems to help. I used her shorter braided leather leash and it certainly was easy to wrap around my hand. I liked it better, and hubby said he liked the longer leash. He is also 6 ft. and stronger than me.
We reviewed "touch", "turn", "spin",. Ziva did great on these commands.
Next we did "recall" to recognize her name. We did change her name when we got her, but she does answer to it most of the time. I know when she is distracted, she has very selected hearing.
"Settle", went over techniques to help her settle. Never knew licking lips and yawning is one helpful tip. She needs more work on that.
Then we starting on walking. If the dog pulls ahead, you stop, If the dogs pulls back, you keep going.
Hold arm in drop position and relaxed. Do not have hanging leash. When dog grabs leash, state stop . Keep walking in faster mode, if possible. Do not look at the dog.
The last thing we did was "jump" We walked her around the ring and had her go over two boards. She did fine with this. One dog in the class is so tiny, she could barely go over one smaller board.
Assignment, keep working on all commands and walking.
Friday, April 14, 2017
Designed bird park
Today we put our little wishing well in the park and I finished putt plants in the swans and other planters. The bird houses are up and plants are on the screen porch.
We had to put a little white fence around in hopes to keep Ziva out. We know she likes to chase the birds and rabbits and squirrels.
I love sitting on the back porch and watch the birds. It is so very relaxing and the bird park is right in full view.
We had to put a little white fence around in hopes to keep Ziva out. We know she likes to chase the birds and rabbits and squirrels.
I love sitting on the back porch and watch the birds. It is so very relaxing and the bird park is right in full view.
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
designing poncho's
So I found this really cute poncho, for adults and loved how flexible it was to wear. So now I am trying to come up with it same type of things for kids.
I recently learned that kids should not have bulky jackets under the straps of their carseats, and as the weather gets nice, they just need a little something to keep the chill off them. So the idea of a poncho would be perfect. Looking at my stash of fabric and other ideas online to see what I can come up with. Having 5 grand daughters 5 and under, lots of models to help figure this out.
Any suggestions?
I recently learned that kids should not have bulky jackets under the straps of their carseats, and as the weather gets nice, they just need a little something to keep the chill off them. So the idea of a poncho would be perfect. Looking at my stash of fabric and other ideas online to see what I can come up with. Having 5 grand daughters 5 and under, lots of models to help figure this out.
Any suggestions?
Monday, April 10, 2017
more little kids
Today Ziva met two more little girl grand daughters. As usual, they were afraid of her. She is a big puppy and they are not use to her. My son did very well with her, and she loves the male figure, so that didn't surprise me.
The two year old would cry when Ziva got near her, we would tell her its ok but she didn't want anything to do with this dog. The five year old finally decided it was ok to throw the ball to her and she had fun with that, but still didn't want he coming up close to her.
It is such an adjustment for Ziva, new people, kids who want to run and whom she can't run with, and food they drop and she is told to leave it.
We learned at our class how stressful things can be for her and now thinking more about if we stress her by constantly being after her with the little ones. We don't want anyone to get hurt. Having little grandkids is a true blessing and one day, they will be bigger and not afraid of her.
The two year old would cry when Ziva got near her, we would tell her its ok but she didn't want anything to do with this dog. The five year old finally decided it was ok to throw the ball to her and she had fun with that, but still didn't want he coming up close to her.
It is such an adjustment for Ziva, new people, kids who want to run and whom she can't run with, and food they drop and she is told to leave it.
We learned at our class how stressful things can be for her and now thinking more about if we stress her by constantly being after her with the little ones. We don't want anyone to get hurt. Having little grandkids is a true blessing and one day, they will be bigger and not afraid of her.
Saturday, April 8, 2017
Obedience and etiquette class #1
Today we started Ziva in class. A bit nervous because she has not been around many other dogs and don't know what to expect.
It started out ok, then she lunged at another dog and it was scary.
The trainer is very experienced and amazing. She was like the female version of Caesar Milan. There were 6 dogs and she works with each separately and explains what and why as a group.
We learned "touch" hold a snack in between fingers and have dog, touch your hand to get treat. Say "good touch"
Next was "turn", by holding treat, have dog follow you hand in counterclockwise circle. Give treat, say " good turn"
Then "spin", holding treat, have dog turn in a clockwise circle. Give treat, Say" good spin"
Then we worked on "down". I have been doing this wrong, No Sit! She had us sit on floor, knee bent and hold treat under leg, have dog come to get, causing a down position.
Barking, a dog barks because they want the mail, ups, FedEx, etc to leave. She uses a spray bottle with vinegar and water. Hold behind back, so dog doesn't see, a one quick spray when barking.
She did say Ziva is smart, good temperament and needs control.
Regardless of her past, she can learn.
Suggested taking to Vet to make sure no physical issues, sometimes cause for chasing tail. Interesting.
It started out ok, then she lunged at another dog and it was scary.
The trainer is very experienced and amazing. She was like the female version of Caesar Milan. There were 6 dogs and she works with each separately and explains what and why as a group.
We learned "touch" hold a snack in between fingers and have dog, touch your hand to get treat. Say "good touch"
Next was "turn", by holding treat, have dog follow you hand in counterclockwise circle. Give treat, say " good turn"
Then "spin", holding treat, have dog turn in a clockwise circle. Give treat, Say" good spin"
Then we worked on "down". I have been doing this wrong, No Sit! She had us sit on floor, knee bent and hold treat under leg, have dog come to get, causing a down position.
Barking, a dog barks because they want the mail, ups, FedEx, etc to leave. She uses a spray bottle with vinegar and water. Hold behind back, so dog doesn't see, a one quick spray when barking.
She did say Ziva is smart, good temperament and needs control.
Regardless of her past, she can learn.
Suggested taking to Vet to make sure no physical issues, sometimes cause for chasing tail. Interesting.
Ziva and kids
Two of our granddaughters came to visit. One is two and the other five. When my daughter came to the door, Ziva went crazy, and the kids were scared. She is a big dog.
Finally when Ziva settled and we played with her, we showed the five year old how to throw the ball to her. Make sure she completely drops it, then she can pick it up.
Ziva did great! She didn't snap or growl and had fun playing. The youngest granddaughter was fine just keeping her distance.
Nice to know she can play with kids
Finally when Ziva settled and we played with her, we showed the five year old how to throw the ball to her. Make sure she completely drops it, then she can pick it up.
Ziva did great! She didn't snap or growl and had fun playing. The youngest granddaughter was fine just keeping her distance.
Nice to know she can play with kids
Greetings
Ok, so Ziva loves Jim, like crazy. Every time he leave, she runs around and cries. She will calm down in a minute or so and stay t hat way u til she hears the garage door. Then she is literally insane. She runs, barks, cries and I try to redirect her to her mat and it takes a while.
Once I get her settled and Jim acknowledges her, she loves on him and is so excited. She continues t o do this every time he leaves. She also does it when I leAve, but not as much. We are both retired and home all the time.
Ziva does the same thing when my sister or other comes to the door. She need self control!
Once I get her settled and Jim acknowledges her, she loves on him and is so excited. She continues t o do this every time he leaves. She also does it when I leAve, but not as much. We are both retired and home all the time.
Ziva does the same thing when my sister or other comes to the door. She need self control!
Going for a walk
Our neighbor has two dogs and asked if they could take Ziva for a walk! Awesome, certainly!
The introduction didn't go to smooth, but eventually she settled down, and came back very tired.
The next time they asked, Ziva took longer to settle and her and neighbor male dog did not get along. Who was going to be boss?
We have tried walking around yard, but she would rather walk us! Not good!
The introduction didn't go to smooth, but eventually she settled down, and came back very tired.
The next time they asked, Ziva took longer to settle and her and neighbor male dog did not get along. Who was going to be boss?
We have tried walking around yard, but she would rather walk us! Not good!
Windows
Ziva absolutely loves looking out Windows! She goes from the bay window, to back window, to bedroom, to another bedroom and back to bay window.
She will sit and look out for the longest time, then a bird, rabbit or squirrel comes into view and she goes crazy. We have tried the "leave it" command but seems she doesn't even hear us. We know she is a herder dog, but still, little birds, who are at bird feeder.
Not sure how to handle this, slow process!
She will sit and look out for the longest time, then a bird, rabbit or squirrel comes into view and she goes crazy. We have tried the "leave it" command but seems she doesn't even hear us. We know she is a herder dog, but still, little birds, who are at bird feeder.
Not sure how to handle this, slow process!
Leaving her alone
Each day is a learning day. We left her for the first time for only 40 minutes. She did fine, nothing for us to be alarmed about.
So we did away with the crate, and left bedroom door open. Once again, she left the bedroom and went to lay on her mat. Nothing was touched in t he house.
We had birthday party and our first time leaving her for any period of time. Very nervous, make sure plenty of time outside, certain doors closed, open access to basement, etc.
So gone for a little over four hours and all was great. Nothing chewed, or out of place. No accidents.
Good job ziva
So we did away with the crate, and left bedroom door open. Once again, she left the bedroom and went to lay on her mat. Nothing was touched in t he house.
We had birthday party and our first time leaving her for any period of time. Very nervous, make sure plenty of time outside, certain doors closed, open access to basement, etc.
So gone for a little over four hours and all was great. Nothing chewed, or out of place. No accidents.
Good job ziva
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