Free Shaping for Smart Dogs

[gwaevalarin]

I remember back at the shelter, when we asked about another dog besides Alys, we were told that this other dog was probably too active for us, whereas Alys would be happy with just "some board games".

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[dimturien]

Now I feel like a bad dog owner... I go for walks with Robin, we play a bit, he's allowed to come to the barn with me - and that's it. Oh, and we cuddle. A lot. 😉 although I have to say, that he has a lot of contact with other dogs on a daily basis - I mean, Kira lives here with us and he sees his doggy friends at the barn. Plus he's probably a very different character than Alys.

But it's really interesting how many different ways there are to entertain and train dogs. 😊

Regarding playing with toys - a friend of mine has a street dog from Hungary and she's had him for about 5 or 6 years now. Up until last year he never played with other dogs. It probably took him a while to realize that he can just have fun now.

Maybe Alys will play with toys in a couple of years, too. 😉

[gwaevalarin]

As long as Robin is happy and doesn't seem hyperactive or bored, everything is perfectly fine. :)

I wish I could offer Alys more contact with other dogs. My Mom and I even occasionally talk about how getting a second dog - one she likes, obviously - would probably be good for her. But it's just not possible right now. One, because I can't bring two dogs to work, and two, Elanor would not be happy at all.

We do, however, visit Sissi, my grandparents' JRT, occasionally. And she likes a few of the dogs in the neighbourhood. Those we'll sometimes meet during our walks. Alys is seldomly bold enough for more than a quick hello. But sometimes she shows hints of playful behaviour towards dogs she feels particularly comfortable with.
One of her best friends died a few weeks ago, though. :(