Texas gun talk pets

[MountainGirl]

A few minutes ago -

We decided to spend the money and have this fence barrier added to the bottom of the existing fence around all cleared 2 acres.

Even before it was finished, I've taken y'alls good suggestions and have walked the perimeter with him, on leash, several times a day over this last week, to teach him what property is his home to rule over and protect. The last couple days, off-leash, we observed him walking the same path, pissing in spots now and then to claim them. I put the training collar back in the box, unused; not convinced I'm going to need it. I think he's gonna be a pretty good dog.

The vet today also took the remaining buckshot out of his earflap and side; there's only one left imbedded above his left eye, and I'll watch that to see if it works its way out. He's gained 9 pounds in the last 20 days.

 

[striker55]

A few minutes ago -
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We decided to spend the money and have this fence barrier added to the bottom of the existing fence around all cleared 2 acres.

Even before it was finished, I've taken y'alls good suggestions and have walked the perimeter with him, on leash, several times a day over this last week, to teach him what property is his home to rule over and protect. The last couple days, off-leash, we observed him walking the same path, pissing in spots now and then to claim them. I think he's gonna be a pretty good dog.

The vet today also took the remaining buckshot out of his earflap and side; there's only one left imbedded above his left eye, and I'll watch that to see if it works its way out. He's gained 9 pounds in the last 20 days.

Wait I missed something about buckshot?

 

[MountainGirl]

Wait I missed something about buckshot?

Yeah. We got him from the Shelter last month, and he'd been shot with buckshot (probably .410). His left eye hasn't healed totally, but it's better. See my post #1597 for more...

 

[jrbfishn]

Bait's right eye is still cloudy too. Most lkely will be for quite a while. Anytime I have to drop her off or they take her for x-rays without me she acts like I beat her with a stick for a while.
Glad he is doing good. And that he found a good home.

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[striker55]

 

[MountainGirl]

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Cuties!!
Do you potty walk them on leash?
They wouldn't be safe out here, from aerial attack.

 

[1911'S 4 Me]

Yeah. We got him from the Shelter last month, and he'd been shot with buckshot (probably .410). His left eye hasn't healed totally, but it's better. See my post #1597 for more...

How does he react when you practice shooting?

 

[MountainGirl]

How does he react when you practice shooting?

Pretty good. No flinching or fear that I saw.

First time, because of what he'd been through, he and I were inside so I could watch; he came over and sat next to me, watched towards the 'noise', but that was all. Laid down after a few min, unconcerned.

Second time and each since - no reaction other than looking up from where he was laying. Frankly, it surprised me but I'm delighted. We'll see if that changes when he's outside when we shoot.

This is a good time for me to ask y'all, since I'm learning here too.

We wear ear protection, shooting under cover is really loud. What about the noise for his ears? Would it be better if, when he's around, to shoot in the open air? Or better just to let him decide to hang around or go elsewhere? The last thing I want to happen is for him to bolt. He wont be used for hunting...so that's not a factor.

 

[Byrd666]

M G - I'd attempt to keep him indoors if possible. It will muffle the sounds somewhat and not cause as many sound related issues for him. Particularly in the echo chamber of the covered area.

 

[ZX9RCAM]

M G - I'd attempt to keep him indoors if possible. It will muffle the sounds somewhat and not cause as many sound related issues for him. Particularly in the echo chamber of the covered area.

Agreed.

I started suggest this, but didn't know if that might cause anxiety.
Being separated, while shooting is going on.

 

[Byrd666]

Just going by what she said about him just lying down and disregarding things, I'm guessing he'll be okay. Even more so if he can still see them while they're out there.

Just my guess/thoughts on it.

 

[striker55]

Cuties!!
Do you potty walk them on leash?
They wouldn't be safe out here, from aerial attack.

Doggie door for enclosed backyard, never have an accident in the house. Even if it's raining they go out on their own. Mostly vultures around Katy.

 

[MountainGirl]

Looking at my reflection, lol

Duke's doing great, growing fast! All issues resolved.

 

[Tnhawk]

Doggie door for enclosed backyard, never have an accident in the house. Even if it's raining they go out on their own. Mostly vultures around Katy.

My greyhounds wear out the replacement flaps on the dog door twice in a years time. But I don't have to open the door for them several times a night.

 

[Axxe55]

My greyhounds wear out the replacement flaps on the dog door twice in a years time. But I don't have to open the door for them several times a night.

we thought about putting in a doggy door but worried critters we didn't want might use it to get into the house!

 

[Tnhawk]

we thought about putting in a doggy door but worried critters we didn't want might use it to get into the house!

In about 20 years of using a dog door the only uninvited guest was a few weeks ago when the greyhounds brought in a young rabbit. It was returned outdoors without harm.

 

[jrbfishn]

Looking at my reflection, lol
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Duke's doing great, growing fast! All issues resolved.

That is a good looking and intelligent looking dog there. I would say you both got lucky.

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[striker55]

we thought about putting in a doggy door but worried critters we didn't want might use it to get into the house!

One time a possum was trying to get in, I heard scratching and saw it. After that the dog food bowl was relocated.

 

[popsgarland]

 

[thescoutranch]

We are going today to hopefully pick up a new addition to the family.

More Pics to follow.