It is crazy busy here--- Last night , before my bath, I read all yer comments on yesterday's blog-- After the bath, I went downstairs to take both dogs out--the big and the little one--Lopez---Lopez began to growl, (which means, he had something in his bed , when he growls)----so --I went to grab his leash to get him off the love seat, which he thinks is his bed--- and he jumped across, bit my leg-- my other leg, my arm and my thumb----- If he has something in his bed, he always tries to protect it-- growls--- but--I was taking Beau out before bed---so wanted to get Lopez out too--but--- I was quite bitten up--bleeding in fact--all over--- I never did get back to respond to yer comments-- because I needed lotza band aids--plus--was kinda in a state of shock----- at the attitude of this tiny chihuahua--
Obviously, I am not the pack leader of this wee guy! My first reaction is to get rid of him--but--- you just cannot give this type of dog away as he will continue to bite people--maybe even more so---- After a great deal of thought-, plus no one jumping at the offer of a free Chihuahua--- it has to be up to me to be his pack leader--become more aggressive with him --don't treat him like a baby--son#1 said, "Take him to the train station"---with "a one way ticket"--meaning--just get rid of him-------Lord love a duck! --- Talk about more excitement- in my life!
I hope that your day goes well--- It had better, because if you ever happen to get a Chihuahua, you will need all the strength you can muster up--to be the "pack leader"--Yu never want to be in this situation--
Oh my gosh!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of your not good encounter with Lopez. He is a challenge.
Picture of grands is lovely.
Enjoy today.
Hugs
It is a terrible situation--- either I put him down----which I do not want to do--- or give him to Son#3 the Policeman who he respects--or I keep him and worry that he may bite my husband-- Awful eh?-Lynda
DeleteLynda, my dear friend, I am sorry to say but I agree with your son#1, Lopez is now an adult and has shown you that he is your boss! Not good for you or him and if a trainer would take him off your hands, you'd be showing him love by letting him go! He needs to be with someone more experienced with this kind of dog behaviour.
ReplyDeleteI've had two Chihauhaus and didn't have a boss problem at all, they knew it was me from day 1. Please think about it.
Other than the dog issue, it does sound like you're having nice summer days with family. Those are the best kind ever!
Take good care of yourself.
Hugs & love, Gloria xoxo
Oh Gloria---- I do not want to give him away--I know I should probably do that tho--If Son #3, the Police guy took him, I would give him to them--He respects Phil--Lynda
DeleteHas your Son#3 offered to take him? Because if you love Lopez, you'll realize this is the best solution for Him! He needs to respect the person taking care of him and would probably come around to respecting others then too.
DeleteYou'd still see him, just in a different capacity, like a grandma maybe? xoxo
Oh my goodness! My grandparents (not the good ones) had a Chihuahua that wouldn't let me move a muscle while he was in the house. I had to sit very still or he'd be yapping at me and trying to bite me. And ... I really think good grandparents would have done something to make their grandchild's life a bit less bleak but that never happened. So I don't have any love for that breed. The problem with dogs that bite is they keep doing it and sad as it is, you may need to find that train, but via a vet eventually. Just be very careful with him around the grandkids. In my neck of the woods we didn't have any rain today unless while I was asleep, but it 9c all day and the wind managed to find it's way in through all the little tiny cracks and seams. Houses in Australia aren't insulated - at least this one isn't, so depending on the direction of the wind, I'm either quite comfortable or I stay in my office and have any rooms that are particularly cold closed off. I got a lot done in my kitchen though. I bought an electronic cat food feeder and set that up. I'm pleased to say both cats have learned the sound of the feeder and have figured out that's their new food dish. My new cat, Galileo, tends to eat when he's bored so once I have the amounts to give them worked out, it should reduce his eating for the sake of something to do. I also made a wonderful honey mustard turkey stuffed butternut squash for dinner. The turkey was leftover from Christmas and I tried it with the honey mustard because I thought it sounded good. It was! But I had some leftover and that's when I decided to make the stuffed squash for tonight's dinner. It was really nice to make something a little fancy - just for me. Hope this brightens your day a little bit. I know you're probably still thinking about wee Lopez. ((Hugs))
ReplyDeleteI am thinking of Lopez 24/7---I do not want to give him away ---I need to more assertive--It's not my personality--I either correct the situation--or put him down--- Now--- to change the subject, your honey mustard Turkey sounds delicious--Good for you to attempt a new recipe---The cat food thing sounds like a novel plan too--- Everyone is coming here for dinner, so i best get a wee nap in-It is very muggy----i just turned on the AC---humid too---Hopefully yu are feeling better --- Lynda
DeletePHOENIX1949 - our elderly rescue dog that has been with us for a few years turned on me and bit me three times before backing off. Two days later she bit her mobile groomer that she loves. Turned out she had a gnarly urinary tract infection and after that was resolved, no more biting (fingers crossed).
DeleteOh my that was so scary about Lopez! We have an older chihuahua and she is the sweetest calmest dog ever. Molly sleeps a lot, loves everybody and always wants to be petted. Love, Dorothy
ReplyDeleteDorothy--I do not want to "put him down"--I believe he is "fixable"--- but--maybe not--It certainly was scare-y last nite--A dog like this cannot just be given to someone else-- because it wud magnify the problem--Either I put him down---- or correct tis awful situation-- I need Caesar eh?--Lynda
DeleteWhatta terrible situation--- It's almost like he turns into CUJO before he bites-- I couldn't get him out of that mode--after it is over, he turns back to his sweet self--almost like his brain is damaged--(maybe it was at birth)-Lynda
DeleteSorry to hear of your problem with Lopez. It wasn't nice that you were bitten and I hope the bites were not too deep. He sure does have an attitude and you must show that you have a bigger one and won't stand for it. Enjoy your family time. Take care. Hugs
ReplyDeleteI am working at being dominant--horrible situatiom-Lynda
DeleteI know that you have tried and tried with that dog, but now you need to finally admit that he needs to go. He is a danger to you and to your husband, and to anyone that is in your house. You keep thinking you can fix the situation, but you have been unable to and quite frankly, why do you continue to think that he will improve? I am sorry to be so plain speaking, but he needs to go, and now. As for your bite wounds, please take good care of them. With all your medical experience, I am sure you know that bite wounds can be a big problem.
ReplyDeleteI have been reading your blog for years, I care about you, and Lopez is not the dog for you. You have given him your best shot, and now it is time to admit that he was a bad choice.
i agree --- i really do-- He turned into Cujo-- I couldnt get him out of that mode-Lynda
DeletePicture of grands really is nice. The others are cute too. Lopez really is a piece of work. He needs some heavy duty training and/or a new home. He's getting worse and should not get his way at all. I don't know how you punish him the next day for what he did as it's too long after the fact but something needs to change. I don't know if you have any dog trainers up there besides Pet Valu (if they have it) but he needs something extensive. When I lived up north I got a referral from the vet for a few. Never had a chihuahua so can't speak to them specifically but if nothing is done it will only get worse. Have a good weekend with all the family there. Hugs Brenda
ReplyDeleteBrenda--- I will check at Pet Value--My son sAys I'm not dominant enough-- Son#3 the Police guy, if he wud tyake him, he could take vey good care of him--and Lopez respects him-- hard eh?-Lynda
DeleteI think your son is right - you are not dominant enough - I have the same problem. They always say that most dogs are good to start with but people mess that up with lack of training in some cases or just our behaviour - I gave my dog too many treats and she would come and stare at me at say 9:00 when she would get something as in her mind she was now entitled to something then. In Lopez's mind whatever he has in his bed that is so important comes first!
DeleteOh my !---- It is very frightening when he gets in that mode--like CUJO---= almost like "brain damaged"-- after it is over, he is a very loving little guy-- crazy difficult situation-Lynda
ReplyDeleteOh my, what a shock! But not really surprised, really. Will you wait till he bites Himself, before the decision is made? Good thing he did not reach your face. The train has left the station. Wonderful picture of all the grandchildren together, does not happen often anymore. Will you need a cane now, around the house?
ReplyDeleteno no cane--LOl--- Lynda ---
DeleteMarti here. That dog needs to GO! Definitely. We had such a dog, gave him to Shiba Inu Rescue. Is there a Chihuahua rescue nearby? Go online, even if not in your neck of the woods, there is always a rescue organization that will take them. They caravan to YOU. Give him to rescue, PLEASE. Don't put him down, and don't keep him, too dangerous, you have enough on your plate.
ReplyDeleteNo--no rescue services here--- I shall ty for a bit longer-- lynda
DeleteOh my . . .I have to say I agree with the others . . .he has to go . . .have one of the kids see if there is a rescue near you. . . and then just do it . . .no more chances for that boy. Too dangerous for you and himself. What would happen if he went after himself when you are gone? A real mess I imagine.
ReplyDeleteOn a happier note . . . Looks like a grand time is being had by the grands. Glad they are there.
The Grandkids are great--- Lynda
DeleteNever had that happen. So sorry. I wonder what the vet would say. Guess dogs can remember such an episode!
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Hi Donna--quite a head strong dog--- I got to be firmer-- Lynda
DeleteVery scary! Tell Son #1 he's been watching too much Yellowstone (train station reference), but he's right in that it may be time for Lopez to find a new home. If Son #3 is willing to take him, it's not as if Lopez would be going to a strange person in an unfamiliar home -- AND you could still visit him at times. You've been very patient, but between Himself whacking Lopez with his cane for no reason -- so traumatizing for the little guy -- and Lopez going after you so aggressively, it's time to accept he may settle down in a different environment. It's not as if you have all the hours in the day to work on training and reinforcement these days.
ReplyDeleteThat said...beautiful photo of the grandkids with the water and sunset in the background.
good advice--- I shall keep trying with him-- hope I can be firm-er--Lynda
DeleteLynda, I've read the comments about Lopez. I'm wondering if Lopez didn't go after Fred FIRST and thats why DH tries to protect his legs with the cane...fends Lopez away from biting. Lopez has been a challenge from the beginning.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your family.
Yes, he certainly is a challenge--- I am willing to keep trying but I must be firm --Lynda
DeleteOH MY GOODNESS! Lopez was not a good boy! So sorry that happened. Wish I had some input on that, but looks like you’ve got more than enough food for though.
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Lol--YU are so good--- yez, lotza advice-- and I am going to keep Lopez (I hope) but I must show him who is the boss-Lynda
DeleteGosh, Lynda! What a terrible ordeal with Lopez. I am intimidated by Germans but it seems they do better for you than the little guy. Yes, get firm for sure. I remember 11 years ago I had just got my first yorkie and he got snippy with the vet. He was a few months old. The vet got very firm with him and held his head and neck very securely and stopped him. He never bit us. He would get a little cranky, growl or act snippy but never acted on anything. My female yorkie is a rag doll. You can do anything with her and she is fine with it. They have their own personality for sure! Hope you're having a great weekend! I LOVE your pic of the kids. The background is spectacular, too! Rainy and cool in Ohio. It's lovely. Happy Sunday tomorrow. Take time for YOU!
ReplyDeleteOh it is SOOOOOOO good to hear from yu--- Whatta day this has been--but--we still have Lopez--- quite a day we had with all the kids for supper-- I served pizza and salad-- lynd
DeleteI know how much you love little Lopez. Keep a spray bottle on hand when you need to reach for the leash when he is growling. Just a thought. Hugs!
DeleteI checked last night before karaoke and you hadn't posted yet.
ReplyDeleteOur fur babies must be related, too. My little meowie angel jumped up on the table I use for my pc. His face was facing me. He was in the position he comes to when he wants me to pet him. I reached out to do so and...CHOMP on my right arm above my wrist. Blood all over! Hurt so bad (bet yours was worse). I washed, put nuskin on it and later a huge band aid to cover all the puncture wounds. My skin is so thin now. It bruises so easily. When I get an owie (or even a red mark from bumping into something), I have to be so careful. If I bump something again or something rubs that spot...the skin tears and bleeds.
Have you ever watched the "Dog Whisperer"...Cesar Milan? I found this on his site. Maybe it will help. https://www.cesarsway.com/food-aggression-and-what-to-do-about-it/
I saw today's post (Sundays), too. Gonna comment on that, too. {{{HUGS}}}
At my age, I would not keep a dog that bit me. I put up with the cats even though they occasionally do bite, because I am bigger than them, own gloves and towels, and am brave enough to manhandle them when needed. Most of the time not needed, of course! But if they *do* bite, they get tossed outside to "cool down". I won't have them be dominant inside my own house!
ReplyDeleteMaybe a vet visit is in order. It may be something that is a little off.
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