Update on Finley

jennifernikki · 10-27-2012, 11:21 PM

I took Finley to Top in Grayslake yesterday for an evaluation. The trainer was very knowledgeable. He seems to think that w/ the correct training on my part & Finleys part, he has the potential to be a great dog. He said a some of his aggression issues might be from the way I handle him. I hold his leash tight & close to me. He said this puts him in protective mode. When I should be holding it loose, with a quick pop to correct. Of course, thats not 100% of the reason he acts this way, but it made complete sense when he pointed it out.
He gave a few options, one on one training or boot camp to mention a few.

I also took him for xrays today. I am completely shocked by the results. He has absolutely no signs of hip dysplasia. She said his hips actually look really healthy, The only thing going on is he has a small piece of bone floating around near his left hock. Which might be causing some discomfort. But she believes his aggression issues are strictly behavioral.
So now, this just makes things harder. So, back to the drawing board on our options. i will keep you posted on our decision.

PatchonGSD · 10-27-2012, 11:25 PM

Glad to know that you wont be shelling out big bucks for the hips....

Mr & Mrs Kirkley · 10-27-2012, 11:27 PM

Can they remove the small piece of bone that's floating around?

**Lauri & The Gang** · 10-27-2012, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by jennifernikki

I took Finley to Top in Grayslake yesterday for an evaluation. The trainer was very knowledgeable.

Can you send me a PM with the name of the trainer? I used to take my dogs there and know several of them. Some are good and some are bad.

jennifernikki · 10-27-2012, 11:34 PM

She recommended to see an orthopedic surgeon to remove it. Depending on what we end up doing w/ him, we may or may not do it. She said it can be pretty pricey.

jennifernikki · 10-27-2012, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Lauri & The Gang

Can you send me a PM with the name of the trainer? I used to take my dogs there and know several of them. Some are good and some are bad.

sure

llombardo · 10-28-2012, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by jennifernikki

But she believes his aggression issues are strictly behavioral.
So now, this just makes things harder. So, back to the drawing board on our options. i will keep you posted on our decision.

In my opinion, this makes it easier. Most trainers will tell you right up front that they are training YOU(the person) and then you will take this and learn from it, apply it, and succeed. I have faith in you

This is going to be about physical and mental stimulation...the dog needs both.

Jax08 · 10-28-2012, 09:46 AM

Were any xrays taken of his back? Didn't you say he displays signs of discomfort? Not trying to get you to spend more money or think your vet is wrong, just wanted to point out that many times back issues can display as hip/backend problems.

jennifernikki · 10-28-2012, 10:10 AM

Yes, she took one of the back. He does have difficulty when he gets up from laying down. I'm so surprised that she didnt find anything, shocked actually. She said it could be because he's a very long legged dog, it just takes longer to get up. He could benefit from more muscle mass too. Not sure if that would be any resolution to the problem.

Mary Beth · 10-28-2012, 11:53 AM

You may want to get a second opinion. My GSD is tall and doesn't haven't difficulty in getting up.

10-27-2012, 11:21 PM	#1 (permalink)
jennifernikki Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 50	Update on Finley I took Finley to Top in Grayslake yesterday for an evaluation. The trainer was very knowledgeable. He seems to think that w/ the correct training on my part & Finleys part, he has the potential to be a great dog. He said a some of his aggression issues might be from the way I handle him. I hold his leash tight & close to me. He said this puts him in protective mode. When I should be holding it loose, with a quick pop to correct. Of course, thats not 100% of the reason he acts this way, but it made complete sense when he pointed it out. He gave a few options, one on one training or boot camp to mention a few. I also took him for xrays today. I am completely shocked by the results. He has absolutely no signs of hip dysplasia. She said his hips actually look really healthy, The only thing going on is he has a small piece of bone floating around near his left hock. Which might be causing some discomfort. But she believes his aggression issues are strictly behavioral. So now, this just makes things harder. So, back to the drawing board on our options. i will keep you posted on our decision.

10-27-2012, 11:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
PatchonGSD Elite Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,514	Glad to know that you wont be shelling out big bucks for the hips.... __________________ Balen Patchon Adopted 8-28-12 http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1275860 Failure is success, if you learn from it.

10-28-2012, 09:46 AM	#8 (permalink)
Jax08 Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NNE PA Posts: 19,030	Were any xrays taken of his back? Didn't you say he displays signs of discomfort? Not trying to get you to spend more money or think your vet is wrong, just wanted to point out that many times back issues can display as hip/backend problems. __________________ Michelle _________________________________________ Jax Von Monkeybutt, CGC Queen Banshee Boo Sierra the Undecided Cracker, The Great Shedder Rich N Handsome, "Red"

10-28-2012, 11:53 AM	#10 (permalink)
Mary Beth Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Pierre, South Dakota Posts: 1,290	You may want to get a second opinion. My GSD is tall and doesn't haven't difficulty in getting up. __________________ Sting Chance von Gaard AKC GSD 2/8/2006

10-27-2012, 11:27 PM	#3 (permalink)
Mr & Mrs Kirkley Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Emporia, KS Posts: 224	Can they remove the small piece of bone that's floating around?

10-27-2012, 11:34 PM	#5 (permalink)
jennifernikki Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 50	She recommended to see an orthopedic surgeon to remove it. Depending on what we end up doing w/ him, we may or may not do it. She said it can be pretty pricey.

10-28-2012, 10:10 AM	#9 (permalink)
jennifernikki Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 50	Yes, she took one of the back. He does have difficulty when he gets up from laying down. I'm so surprised that she didnt find anything, shocked actually. She said it could be because he's a very long legged dog, it just takes longer to get up. He could benefit from more muscle mass too. Not sure if that would be any resolution to the problem.

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