Neglected Puppy Advice

[Michele]

Well done Sue, Barley really seems to be coming on in leaps & bounds  

I was going to suggest putting some Rescue Remedy in his water bowl, but from your last post I wonder if he needs it.

Keep us updated please  

[Pammy]

What a super photo. You are all doing so well. Keep it up and as Michele says - do keep updating us

[bluesmum]

Wonderful news Sue  

Barley obviously knows that he's found a friend in you and your family, someone he can finally trust, somewhere he feels secure and somewhere he feels loved I'm so happy for you all. xxxx

[Pipers Mummy]

Well done Sue and Barley,

What a big brave boy to walk around that field.........

Keep up the excellent work Sue - seems as though you are doing a great job  

[Silver Surfer (indiesnan)]

Well done Sue, that photo brought tears to my eyes, he's a very lucky boy to have found you.

[Annette]

Sue, I think you are doing fantastically well. Such huge progress in such a short time.

Just keep on with the love and patience you are showering him with now, I's certain he will blossom into the most wonderful dog.

I'm full of admiration for you.

Keep the news coming.

[wahm]

Thankyou EVERYONE for all your support~~it means an awful lot to me!.I totally agree that Barley is coming on so well & in such a short period of time.It just goes to show what his last owner was missing.In just a week he has gone from a shaking,cowering wreck into a calmer and brighter dog~although we still have a long way to go.
We have just been to Welhome park~a big park in Brighouse,West Yorkshire.
The weather was awful but we still managed a rather muddy walk.Barley must have sniffed every piece of dog muck that was there urgh!.
His little stumpy tail was wagging too!.
It must be amazing for him to experience so many new smells and sounds.He was scared of the childrens play area so we walked around it instead of through it but he walked over the bridge without any problems.
He is now laid infront of the fire fast asleep!.
Will keep you posted with any new developments,
Sue
P.s.I did tell his previous owner i would call her this weekend to let her know how he is~i suggested it not her!.I don't really want to speak to her as i am so mad but what do you think???

[Annette]

I know how you feel, but I think if you can keep it totally positive about what a great dog he is, then do it.

I hope it makes her realise how very cruel she was to him, and what a huge difference a bit of love makes.

Did you actually meet her?

Did she think what she had done was OK?

[scoobie]

Sue just caught up with your posts and i think you are doing  fantastic with Barley
I think I would feel mad too ( about previous owner) maybe you should ring her and convey your message to her about how well Barley is doing even if it's through gritted teeth your obviously proud of him and so you should be

[wahm]

Barley now won't settle at night~he just keeps barking and trying to get out of his crate!
My Husband has had enough and has threatened to move out (not joking either).
I honestly don't know what to do.
As he isn't fully toilet trained he can't come upstairs with us and i can't keep sleeping downstairs or i'll collaspe with lack of sleep.
Does any one have any help?.
Thanks,
Bleary eyed Sue x

[Annette]

No Sue, I'm sorry I have no advice, but I do hope you can sort things out soon.

[Jane S]

Is there no way you can move Barley's crate upstairs in the bedroom with you for the time being? We have got a small bedroom but there is still room to fit a crate in if we need to. Have you been training Barley to use the crate during the day so he's not just shut in at night? Taking on a neglected puppy who needs training & socialisation from scratch is going to take a lot of patience from you & your husband as it's going to be a long process & you'll have plenty of setbacks along the way. Even if you had bought a baby puppy from a breeder, you could still expect a few sleepless nights (maybe more sometimes ) but if you persevere, it will get better eventually - honestly

Jane

[wahm]

Is there no way you can move Barley's crate upstairs in the bedroom with you for the time being? We have got a small bedroom but there is still room to fit a crate in if we need to. Have you been training Barley to use the crate during the day so he's not just shut in at night? Taking on a neglected puppy who needs training & socialisation from scratch is going to take a lot of patience from you & your husband as it's going to be a long process & you'll have plenty of setbacks along the way. Even if you had bought a baby puppy from a breeder, you could still expect a few sleepless nights (maybe more sometimes ) but if you persevere, it will get better eventually - honestly

Jane

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Thanks Jane,
Personally i don't mind the sleepless night as i have the same views as you.
I'm sure this is to do with him being a puppy.
I have been trying to get him to sleep in the crate during the day but he really doesn't like it.I will have to try being a little firmer as he is starting to have a few bad habits!.The only reason i have been so soft with him is because i don't want him to think i'm awful too but you have to be cruel to be kind sometimes!!!!.
I rang his previous owner today and i really laid it on thick that he was doind sooooooooo well etc...
She really didn't seem to care less and couldn't wait to get off the phone~~BI**H

     

[sarahb2206]

     Hi  - I don't have any experience in this, but I wish you all the best - keep at it - you are a very special person!!!!!!    

I have been looking for advice on puppies and these are some hints I have noted:

Have you thought about putting one of your t-shirts or old nighties in his crate after you have worn it - the smell should comfort him.

If your crate won't fit in your room/ or OH doesn't want him in there, perhaps the landing or your son's room?

I hope Barley settles down at nights soon - he must go through hell at night - thinking perhaps you don't love him anymore like those other people     , but I'm sure once he finally settles, you will have a very loyal and loving freind for life    

Let us know how you are doing - and remember - we are all here for you!!!!  xx

[Annette]

Let us know how you are doing - and remember - we are all here for you!!!!   xx

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