Comments on: Company for Christmas: The Dog Shouter

By: RH

RH — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:31:23 +0000

We have many, many “oh… it’s just your bone… never mind” moments in our house. Hope you had a happy holiday!

By: BeckyH

BeckyH — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 21:51:17 +0000

One of my dogs taught me this technique. It’s about the only tone of voice she hears. I have discovered it works well with cats too. I foster cats so there some cat shouting from time to time. But there is one poor sensitive dog that gets into the crossfire every now and then that wishes I’d switch to a different method.

By: dan thanh

dan thanh — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:12:21 +0000

see what happens when you babysit a Boston that isn’t Buster?! i’ve been using your Dog Shouter techniques, too, since I’ve been babysitting my sister’s new Boston pup. i’m pretty sure Doogie, that’s his name, thinks his real name is “stop! noooOOOoooo dammit noooOOOooo. stop it!”

By: debbie

debbie — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:15:00 +0000

This story is beautiful. Thanks for the smiles…..

By: easelqueen

easelqueen — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 17:35:55 +0000

So well written, John! I can hear ya yelling from here.

By: Anne'n'Spencer

Anne'n'Spencer — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 17:04:55 +0000

Hee! I’m reminded of a saying that 80 percent of dogs actually think their name is “Dammit!!” I’ve always thought that a well considered YOU BAD DOG could be a very effective disciplinary tool, especially if the dog is otherwise well raised and loved.

By: Eighteenpaws

Eighteenpaws — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 16:05:44 +0000

What a crack-up! Sometimes, such as on a plane or train, a stranger will strike up conversation and ask what I like to do, what are my hobbies. “Well, I have 4 dogs,” I reply. The person then quirks their head, obviously wondering if I mis-understood their question. Multiple dogs in a household consume huge amounts of time: playing, petting, teaching, grooming, feeding, cuddling. They will absolutely monopolize as much time as one allows! But the rewards of being part of a “pack” are immense gratification and education galore. They teach me something new — about them, individually and collectively, and about me, as you are learning about your self! — every single day. Thanks for these delightful TALES! And I expect that Ace will soon be asking for a new brother or sister….!