- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
I lost count of how many times I watched it 
It's wonderful to see her so relaxed
It's wonderful to see her so relaxed
Nisha and Talía (Negreta and Lulú).... a journey.
- Thread starter snowbunny
- Start date
Candy
Biscuit Tin Guardian
- Location
- West Yorkshire, UK
Yes, just so uplifting, helps us to remember that there's hope for everyone 
Cath
MLF Sales Coordinator
How is Talia doing @snowbunny
- Location
- Andorra and Spain
Thanks for asking, Cath. She’s not doing too well at the moment, is quite withdrawn since Dexter’s arrival. I assume it’s all the upheaval, and the fact that J is in and out of the kennel multiple times a day - she’s still very unsure of him.
I’m back to feeding her by hand because otherwise she doesn’t eat all her food, but she won’t sit with me on the sofa - or even come out of her den when I’m there. I’ve tried taking Ginny over to see her, but she won’t even come out for her.
So, as much as Dexter is a sweet boy, I’m really hoping that he moves on soon.
I’m back to feeding her by hand because otherwise she doesn’t eat all her food, but she won’t sit with me on the sofa - or even come out of her den when I’m there. I’ve tried taking Ginny over to see her, but she won’t even come out for her.
So, as much as Dexter is a sweet boy, I’m really hoping that he moves on soon.
Jacqui-S
Moderator
- Location
- Fife, Scotland
That is sad @snowbunny
Is there any news on Dexter?
Is there any news on Dexter?
- Location
- Andorra and Spain
He has people coming to see him this morning
Jacqui-S
Moderator
- Location
- Fife, Scotland
Cath
MLF Sales Coordinator
that all goes well
Cath
MLF Sales Coordinator
How is Talia and Belle Fiona, @snowbunny
Cath
MLF Sales Coordinator
How is Talia and Belle doing now that Dexter has gone @snowbunny
- Location
- Andorra and Spain
Hi Cath,
Talia is currently on her holibobs!
We obviously can't take her with us to Andorra, so we considered whether it would be best to board her somewhere, or have whoever stays here take care of her.
We had a word with N, the lady who did some work with me and Shadow before the Covid crap hit the fan. She is a dog trainer, has extensive experience with shelter dogs, and boards dogs. Normally the dogs board in her house, and that's clearly not quite possible for Talia right now, but she's there for a week's trial to see how it goes and, hopefully, it will work out so that she can be there over the winter.
N has six dogs of her own: three Malis, one pittie, one small Sharpei mix and a boxer. Other than the boxer, who is a five-month-old bundle of life, the others are all elderly and (relatively) sensible. The exception is one of the Malis, who is kept separate from the others because she can be unpredictable. We took Talia and introduced her to the dogs one at a time - everything was very appropriate and she's keen to interact with them. She is currently spending her time in the courtyard outside the kitchen. We have given her several options for sleeping, and she's choosing to sleep in a covered crate at night. Adjoining the courtyard is a very large garden: the dogs are free to roam in and out and around during the day. The hope is that Talia will choose to follow them into the house at some point.
We know that Talia takes comfort from the presence of other dogs, and learns about interacting with people from watching those people interact with other dogs, so N is giving her dogs loads of cuddles and attention. I really hope that this set-up will be a catalyst for getting Talia to be a house dog, and that we'll be able to integrate her into our home when we come back. But, we will have to suck it and see.
For now, it seems to be going OK, but it's very early days.
Talia is currently on her holibobs!
We obviously can't take her with us to Andorra, so we considered whether it would be best to board her somewhere, or have whoever stays here take care of her.
We had a word with N, the lady who did some work with me and Shadow before the Covid crap hit the fan. She is a dog trainer, has extensive experience with shelter dogs, and boards dogs. Normally the dogs board in her house, and that's clearly not quite possible for Talia right now, but she's there for a week's trial to see how it goes and, hopefully, it will work out so that she can be there over the winter.
N has six dogs of her own: three Malis, one pittie, one small Sharpei mix and a boxer. Other than the boxer, who is a five-month-old bundle of life, the others are all elderly and (relatively) sensible. The exception is one of the Malis, who is kept separate from the others because she can be unpredictable. We took Talia and introduced her to the dogs one at a time - everything was very appropriate and she's keen to interact with them. She is currently spending her time in the courtyard outside the kitchen. We have given her several options for sleeping, and she's choosing to sleep in a covered crate at night. Adjoining the courtyard is a very large garden: the dogs are free to roam in and out and around during the day. The hope is that Talia will choose to follow them into the house at some point.
We know that Talia takes comfort from the presence of other dogs, and learns about interacting with people from watching those people interact with other dogs, so N is giving her dogs loads of cuddles and attention. I really hope that this set-up will be a catalyst for getting Talia to be a house dog, and that we'll be able to integrate her into our home when we come back. But, we will have to suck it and see.
For now, it seems to be going OK, but it's very early days.
- Location
- Andorra and Spain
Bella is fine - she wasn't enamoured with the puppy anyway LOL. I will go post a couple of photos over on her thread.
Squidge was a bit put out that her buddy had disappeared for a while, but she's stopped looking for him now. She nicked his teddy that we forgot to give to his new owners, so that cheered her up no end!!
Squidge was a bit put out that her buddy had disappeared for a while, but she's stopped looking for him now. She nicked his teddy that we forgot to give to his new owners, so that cheered her up no end!!
for Talia. It sounds like the best possible chance for her to make further progress while you’re away.
Jacqui-S
Moderator
- Location
- Fife, Scotland
Really really hope Talia enjoys her holiday xx
- Location
- Andorra and Spain
An update on Talia: she's staying with N and family, as it seemed daft to bring her back here, only to have her go back again. She's coming along really, really well.
The weather took a turn for the worse with a few days of torrential rain, and although N lives only half an hour away from where we are, it's very exposed and significantly colder - they actually had snow there on the mountain tops a few days ago! Even though J had made Talia a well-insulated kennel, we took the decision that it would be better for Talia to be inside the house, even if it meant putting pressure on her to do it. One thing I've learnt with Talia is that a bit of pressure doesn't break her, and can help her get over "humps". So she was put on lead and made to go into the house, where she was then left alone for a few hours to settle down with the other dogs. Well, now she believes this is where she was always meant to be! For a few days, N would put her on lead to take her outside to go to the toilet (Talia always makes it clear when she needs to go out) just to ensure that she could get her back in, but that's no longer necessary since, as soon as she's finished, she's back at the door to get back to one of the many dog beds or chairs.
Unfortunately, Talia appears to have developed some sort of ear infection, as she was holding her head squiffy and crying when she shook it. I got some drops from the vet, and she's been fine about having it bathed, but N thinks that it warrants the stress of a vet check just in case there's something in there that needs removing. She's hoping to take her today.
So, all in all, she's doing very well, I'm glad she's in the house and having that level of involvement in the day to day hustle and bustle.
The weather took a turn for the worse with a few days of torrential rain, and although N lives only half an hour away from where we are, it's very exposed and significantly colder - they actually had snow there on the mountain tops a few days ago! Even though J had made Talia a well-insulated kennel, we took the decision that it would be better for Talia to be inside the house, even if it meant putting pressure on her to do it. One thing I've learnt with Talia is that a bit of pressure doesn't break her, and can help her get over "humps". So she was put on lead and made to go into the house, where she was then left alone for a few hours to settle down with the other dogs. Well, now she believes this is where she was always meant to be! For a few days, N would put her on lead to take her outside to go to the toilet (Talia always makes it clear when she needs to go out) just to ensure that she could get her back in, but that's no longer necessary since, as soon as she's finished, she's back at the door to get back to one of the many dog beds or chairs.
Unfortunately, Talia appears to have developed some sort of ear infection, as she was holding her head squiffy and crying when she shook it. I got some drops from the vet, and she's been fine about having it bathed, but N thinks that it warrants the stress of a vet check just in case there's something in there that needs removing. She's hoping to take her today.
So, all in all, she's doing very well, I'm glad she's in the house and having that level of involvement in the day to day hustle and bustle.
- Location
- Malvern Worcestershire
That is excellent news @snowbunny, apart from Talia's ear problem. It is good she is in the house and part of a pack and happy.
That sounds wonderful. What an astounding dog she is, I am amazed by her.
Emily_Babbelhund
Mama Red HOT Pepper
- Location
- Regensburg, Germany
What a great update. I'm sorry to hear about the ear infection, but otherwise it sounds like such a good situation for her when she can't be with you.
Of course! You go, girl... get your place on the comfy beds and chairs and own it.