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03-01-2013, 03:03 PM
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Obessessive behavior?
A friend suggested that I play with Fiona with a laser light that she can chase. We did and she had a lot of fun. The problem was after I put the light away, she kept looking for it. I kept telling her that it was gone, but that did not matter. I have been afraid to play with the laser light again. Am I doing the right thing? Or is it normal for her to want to keep playing? I had to stop because my stomach hurt from laughing so much.
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03-01-2013, 03:07 PM
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I don't do it. The dog will never win. It will never catch the light. I think it doesn't do anything to build confidence. In fact, I think just the opposite will happen.
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03-01-2013, 03:12 PM
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It is normal that she likes playing this game and would want to continue playing, but I wouldn't suggest it. It can quickly set her up with a OCD behavior, whether it may show as chasing lights, shadows or a combination.
For fast action fun, use a flirt pole. Keep it low and have fun laughing at the antics. |
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03-01-2013, 03:18 PM
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Never, ever use a laser light with a dog. Particularly a German Shepherd (or a Bull terrier). You didn't know so don't beat yourself up but don't do it for sure.
01 Obsessive Behavior - VeterinaryPartner.com - a VIN company! www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=2180 Chasing Shadows - 6 posts - Dec 24, 2011 Ever use the laser as a toy? - 21 posts - Dec 13, 2011 A Question Regarding Shadows, Flashlights, Laser ... - Light, reflection, shadows, laser pointer... - German Shepherd Dog ... laser pen and OCD studies Help for OCD Dogs - Whole Dog Journal Article
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03-01-2013, 07:23 PM
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Obessessive behavior?
Thanks. My gut said it was bad, but just wanted to check with others.
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03-01-2013, 07:47 PM
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The Administrator from the Great White North, eh?
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You are right - she can become obsessed with chasing reflections and shadows. This can be a huge problem.
Pass on the info to others about the dangers of laser lights for dogs - there should be a warning about possible OCD addiction to chasing moving lights.
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