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Post by jiffer on Apr 10, 2007 13:06:41 GMT -5
Karen, there are only two ways to put on a choke-chain collar: with the moving end over the dog's neck (right way), or under the dog's neck (wrong way). When the moving part of the chain comes from under the dog's neck, the chain doesn't release easily when the leash is slackened. Since the collar's usefulness as a training tool relies on a quick snap-and-release action, a collar that's put on wrong is useless. The collar is meant to be loose at all times except for the occasional split-second tightening to correct a dog's behavior. That said, it still should not be used on greys not just because it is cruel, and not just to greys, but their lack of body fat there is no protection should something go wrong, you would hit all muscle and nerves etc. Hope that helps and you can explain that to the trainer. Not to mention that a greyhound's skin can tear or rip very easily.
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mecki
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Post by mecki on Apr 12, 2007 9:25:35 GMT -5
My thoughts are that you should find someone who is familiar with training greyhounds.
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Post by kareie on Apr 22, 2007 21:12:14 GMT -5
Although I can't remember the name of them, you can use freeze-dried liver treats. They are expensive, but most dogs LOVE these. Don't give up on her! Good luck. I get these once in a while. They're called Benny Bully's. There are a couple of pet stores in my area that sell them and both are more expensive than the vet's. I don't have a greyhound (a beagle/JRT instead) and with him in obedience class, he was ok until the intructor gave him one, then he wanted the liver treats. My cat also loves them. She will actually come when I call her when she knows they're in the house. I'd love to get a greyhound, but my husband thinks with the 4 kids we currently have and the dog, it would be too much.
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Post by tara on Apr 23, 2007 6:41:44 GMT -5
Kareie: Just remember, kids eventually grow up, move out on their own and then you can fill their rooms with greyhounds
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