Jammy17  Offline
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 Posted: Sun Nov 13, 2011 7:24 pm Post subject: Thank you - I think we might actually have gotten there... |
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With little Sophie asbo 
As some of you know she's fear aggressive and a couple of years ago we took the plunge and went to see a behaviourist - best thing we ever did!
Without LF, I doubt I'd have even realised she was fear agressive - I'd have thought she was just being narky and a tad unpredictable 
Without LF - I'd never have met so many lovely friends with biddable dogs, willing to put up with Sophie and help her overcome her fears - you all know who you are  And I owe you lots, much more than I can ever hope to repay.
Without LF - when the going got tough I'm not sure we'd have carried on.
Without LF - Soph would have no mates
But carry on we did and my word I am so glad. I realised today that she's as near to cured as we'll get her.
Out walking with a non-doggie friend, having warned her of Sophie's asbo tendencies so that she wasn't alarmed, we came across a number of dogs within a reasonably close distance (closest probably 6-8 feet) and she was near perfect, a little yelp at times, a bit of pulling, but none of the usual snarling, lunging, and 'someone is trying to kill me' behaviour.
A massive big thanks to everyone who has helped us out in the past, who has posted messages of support, who has put up with Soph on walks, we'll always need to be really cautious with Soph but life is so much easier now and walks so much more enjoyable.
I think until you have a dog like Soph you don't quite realise how much you take for granted a pleasant and relaxed walk with no issues. I had that with Pen and Mils but Soph has changed the dynamics somewhat.
All said and done I'd never be without her and it's amazing how much she's taught me and what we can learn from them - without a shadow of a doubt, she's made me a much better dog owner.
I'm so, so proud of my little yellow one and very nearly ready to strip her of her asbo crown
Love ya loads tiddles
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Well done Sophie! (and well done you to for being so kind, patient and willing to keep on trying, not giving up when the going got tough). So so pleased for you both. 
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Jayne so pleased your girl has came so far by the sounds of it she has been really lucky to have a great mam with perseverance to get her this far. Well done to you both.
Cheryl
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Luther 1994-2008 I will see you at the bridge sweetie
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| Posted: Sun Nov 13, 2011 7:40 pm Post subject: |
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Yay!!! Well done to Sophie and you. I know exactly how you feel, and it feels fab when you have great days.
All your hard work is paying off
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Rach and the two choccy monkeys Cassie and Poppy XX
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Well done
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Jo, Porscha & Bonnie (AKA PP - Princess Porscha & BB - Beautiful Bonnie)
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