dog bit grandson

Nightowl , what is a DAP diffuser ?

Not heard of it before !

Hi everybody thanks for your thoughts. The dog had a crate when he was a puppy so is used to being in one though I may go with putting him in,another room with a safety gate. When I got the dog I visited a number of rescue centres but they only offered me Staffies and German shepherds neither of which I wanted with children. I just wanted an old fashioned mongrel. Our dog was the last of a litter and I think the breeder just wanted rid of him because he was12 weeks old and getting past the cute stage. He is a very fun dog and was playing happily with grandson in the park just before the incident. When he,was neutered asked vet's advice which we have stuck to. I intend to speak to a trainer tomorrow and see if there is anything else we can do. Thanks again.

A plug in device Nonu that emits doggy pheromones to help the dog feel more relaxed. I have used the cat version. You can get them from the vet or large pet stores.

www.petsathome.com/shop/adaptil-dog-appeasing-pheromone-diffuser-by-ceva-23153

Good luck seasider

Thanks Night !

I knew a gay couple who had a jack russell which they spoilt rotten. They managrd to turn a nice little dog into a snappy little horror who was a nightmare for his dog sitter - not that they could ever see anything wrong with him!
A friend of ours puts his boxer in cage in the kitchen when he doesn't want him bouncing all over the house (eg jumping off a first floor balcony!) The dog seems perfectly happy with the arrangement.

nightowl, thanks for mentioning Dap diffusers. I have a young cocker spaniel/miniature poodle mix, who is a bit of a challenge. The only one I've ever had who has been, and classically, he was carefully selected, and has been well socialised and trained. I blame the poodle in him (of course!) The vet suggested a Pad diffuser, after we had a nightmare weekend away with the dog - who was 'out of his comfort zone'. Dogs eh, who'd bother. Only those of us who are strangely drawn to the joy of dogs and the challenges that accompany them. I have not failed with a dog yet, and I'm doing all I can to help my adolescent nightmare to be a Good Boy.
Glad to hear your update Seasider, hope things work out positively for all of you.

It was actually Tegan who mentioned the dap diffuser Iam, I just repeated it. I am far too honest to take credit where it's not due

They are great though aren't they. It was one of those that enabled my cat to come off antidepressants (don't ask)

Fantastic, the image of a cat on ante depressants. Didn't the totally self centred approach work for that cat then?
Ok off to google dap diffusers

No and I was obviously the most rubbish cat owner in the history of the world! I actually thought my vet was joking at first

I have started short term fostering of dogs (mainly for hospitalised elderly people). I would, of course, not accept a dog known to be intolerant of children. Understandably, there is concern in the family regarding visiting me with grandchildren ( I have 6 gc aged 1-7).( I also have a crate should it be necessary)
Can anyone recommend any children's books which may teach them how to behave around dogs, preferably fun and fiction.
Any other suggestions welcome of course. I would not like to think my families may avoid visiting me!

Our little cocker now 2.1/2 has always had her own 'bedroom' (cage) from day 1 aged 9 weeks. It's been a godsend, she sleeps in it, goes into it after her walk which saves dirty paws, takes it with her when we go to stay in other peoples houses, and retreats to it when our sons rather large rescue greyhound visits! ( his height alarms her!) Before small grandson visits we give her a good walk and put her to bed, so pre empting any fuss.
seesider I'm sure you don't have to put your little dog down and that advice from a professional, plus sensible precautions will be sufficient to make sure nothing like this happens again. DGD has a pony which she adores and has been bitten and kicked, but no one is suggesting that it should be put down! Likewise cats can be pretty feisty, but again no one ever suggests putting them down.

Sorry Seasider, I spelt your name incorrectly. Oh for an edit button!!!!!

Ahhhh Zombie!