Anybody see this programme this week.
I think one of my dogs could soon qualify for this programme. New regime i think is in order. Shes got a belly like a pig. Wish i could send her to that fat camp they had on the programme with swimming pool etc, it looked great.:thumbsup:

Get her out for a waddle :thumbsup:

and don't feed her titbits or leftovers. Restrict her food intake (read the packet and check you're giving the right amount)

Did you see that beagle? 27kg? :shocked: that's plain cruel :mad: Brude weighs 15.5kg ish, and I suspect he's on the porky side for showing :blush:

She doesn't get any treats at all. I am going to start feeding her two small meals instead of one big one. And feed her seperate from the other dog because she always waits to see what she leaves.
Walkies are always a dilemma with this one. I hate secluded fields and she hates being around other people or dogs. We'll have to come to a comprimise because on monday we're gona start some seriously long daily walks

perhaps a class would help her to get used to other dogs and people?

then you could walk her in all the best dog walking spots near home?

I know I'm fickle but i don't want her to be used to strange people because she is a brilliant guard dog and it makes me feel a lot more secure when home alone. What with all the door knockers :rant: , sales or market research, I'm always having to open door to people i don't know :suspect: . That might be a bit selfish but...thats how i feel.

I know I'm fickle but i don't want her to be used to strange people because she is a brilliant guard dog and it makes me feel a lot more secure when home alone. What with all the door knockers :rant: , sales or market research, I'm always having to open door to people i don't know :suspect: . That might be a bit selfish but...thats how i feel.

Senora, this is quite a dangerous perception to have, if you don't mind me adding my point of view.

My youngest, Takara, is very protective. She barks at people walking past the house, she won't let me out of her sight and walks next to me in the dark, even when offlead.

However, she is very used to people, and if people stop to fuss her in the street, she'll have a quick fuss and then she'll have enough and want to carry on. She's not overly friendly with strangers, but she's used to them and will tolerate them. She is fab with strange children and lets them pet her, BUT if I tighten the lead because I feel nervous, or I start to walk faster and tense up, she knows and will instantly put herself into protection mode. This doesn't include having a go at everyone, but it just means they get the 'evil eye' from her and they must recognise it because people don't come near me.

When we're in the house, she loves most people we invite in, although will take a while to settle with some... particularly the vicar :rolleyes: but will not let people into the house without me telling her 'finished' when she's barking.

You need to give your dog more credit ;) they are clever animals and most know the difference between when you're happy with someone and when you're not.

Trust me, she can be used to people and still protect you, but by keeping her from being used to people, you're restricting her quality of life, as she would be a lot happier in herself if she was used to strange people and dogs.

HI,

Just thought I'd add my two pennith!! As with overweight humans, it might be best to gradually increase exercise rather than launching into a really vigorous routine. That way the dogs fitness will gradually increase, and it wont be such a shock for her??!!!