Louisianna2012 Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Hi there,I have a 5 year old German Shepherd x Alaskan Malamute who is nervous of meeting a lot of dogs - big or small. Its a very long story, and I have been working with an amazing dog trainer, but essentially I need to meet quite specific types of dogs for her to try and socialise with.Could your four legged friend be her new best friend?!You need to be an experienced dog owner with a real understanding of dog behaviour. Your hound needs to be practiced in the ways of meeting new and nervous dogs - so confident, but will avert eye contact and hold a relaxed posture. Submissive dogs wont work, neither will boisterous dogs that dont understand that staring really makes her worry!When she finally meets the 'right one' she plays beautifully! And really benefits from her doggy pal.I would love to find her a new doggy pal. Would love to hear from anyone who thinks their dog has the temperament to help! I live in Sydenham, but can get to Crystal Palace and occasionally Peckham Rye/Goose Green/Forest Hill on foot etc.Thanks so much for your help! Louise - and Marni :) Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/54338-doggy-playmates-sought-for-my-nervous-dog/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
SearchDog Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Hi Louise,We may be able to help you out. I'm slightly bemused as your dog is my name sake (Marnie- is how I spell it).I am training 2 dogs for search and rescue and so have a very good idea of dog behaviours etc. I've had my own challenges with my dog (she is a herder and resource guards me) but I'd say we are in a much better place now. So I'd have to know more about your particular situation and issues before I would risk an introduction. However, the other dog I help train belongs to my friend and is a very lovely dog who would probably may make a good first introduction (if my friend agrees), and then if that goes well we could try her with my dog whose more of a 'strong character'. It might be worth your trainer supervising introductions? would they be willing to do this? Who are you training with? Cheers Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/54338-doggy-playmates-sought-for-my-nervous-dog/#findComment-822237 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louisianna2012 Posted February 10, 2015 Author Share Posted February 10, 2015 Thanks so much for your response - i'll drop you a PM. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/54338-doggy-playmates-sought-for-my-nervous-dog/#findComment-822325 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peckhamgatecrasher Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I need glasses. I just read that as "dodgy playmates sought..." Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/54338-doggy-playmates-sought-for-my-nervous-dog/#findComment-822342 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louisianna2012 Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 Ha! No, just legit doggy playmates please! :p Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/54338-doggy-playmates-sought-for-my-nervous-dog/#findComment-822487 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louisianna2012 Posted February 18, 2015 Author Share Posted February 18, 2015 Hi there Marnie, I sent you a PM - not sure if you got it or maybe you can no longer help? Thanks, Lou :) Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/54338-doggy-playmates-sought-for-my-nervous-dog/#findComment-824478 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Join Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Have sent you a PM Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/54338-doggy-playmates-sought-for-my-nervous-dog/#findComment-824898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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