tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post7589847542124244365..comments2024-02-01T02:43:25.431-07:00Comments on Romping and Rolling in the Rockies: The Hachi ChronicleKBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16885661679762446456noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-16362863641779163222020-05-19T17:55:14.244-06:002020-05-19T17:55:14.244-06:00At this moment, I can't remember a story about...At this moment, I can't remember a story about a dog we had that was reactive. I just know about the entire range of emotions and feelings that you have. And I remember and know that you keep going because you are devoted to them, and love them. Just know, that you are not alone in this journey, even though it feels that way. But so many are cheering you on, and I'm grateful and thankful ~Kim at Golden Pines~https://www.blogger.com/profile/02001523468339091407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-37321462126105260512020-05-19T16:12:10.488-06:002020-05-19T16:12:10.488-06:00I certainly have no words of wisdom to share. But ...I certainly have no words of wisdom to share. But I can understand how frustrating it must be and I wish the best for all of you.NCmountainwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00615765649828716560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-77356287613983919282020-05-19T11:44:45.494-06:002020-05-19T11:44:45.494-06:00It is a constant and exhausting battle living with...It is a constant and exhausting battle living with a reactive dog. It's become second nature anymore and try as much as possible either eliminating the triggers and closely watching the body language like a hawk to pre-empt outbursts. Some days it's fine, other days, I feel so badly. Elsa (with her puppy mill history) will go after Norman especially if he tries to be close to me. He'sTails Around the Ranchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11385964459822157749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-57436140944215110842020-05-19T10:04:11.848-06:002020-05-19T10:04:11.848-06:00I had a reactive foster once - he was fine with my...I had a reactive foster once - he was fine with my dogs, but would attack any visiting dog. It broke my heart, because I loved him so. I definitely would have adopted him otherwise, but I keep my grand dog a lot, and just couldn't take on the stress. This is not nearly as difficult as with a large, strong male, but I took in a senior chihuahua from my sister two years ago (the poor thing liparifamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15205794075118001139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-63082642975828038322020-05-19T04:19:29.670-06:002020-05-19T04:19:29.670-06:00Living in a gated home is taxing. Always rememberi...Living in a gated home is taxing. Always remembering who is out, who is in, fearing forgetting to gate someone. A routine is the best way to handle it. The dogs know it is their time to be behind the gate and they go almost on their own. It is not the way anyone plans to or wants to have to live, but if you want safety and have issues, it is the only way other than giving up a dog. Hang in there,My GBGV Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00281486885814998377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-46938203509175301092020-05-18T18:46:41.649-06:002020-05-18T18:46:41.649-06:00It is hard having a special needs dog but it is al...It is hard having a special needs dog but it is also rewarding Ruby Rose and the Big Little Angels 3https://www.blogger.com/profile/06173252316434699745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-14636966413946161432020-05-18T15:18:06.825-06:002020-05-18T15:18:06.825-06:00Having a high needs dog is exhausting. It is ok to...Having a high needs dog is exhausting. It is ok to feel that way and to still love him! Hailey and Zaphod and their Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04183902007810065462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-66759381238539848542020-05-18T13:56:36.984-06:002020-05-18T13:56:36.984-06:00We know you love Hachi and he loves you too. Even...We know you love Hachi and he loves you too. Eventually you'll get there, really.Brian's Home Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08809631273441407139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-22510926675825473602020-05-18T13:56:29.847-06:002020-05-18T13:56:29.847-06:00Although not to the extent(or size) of Hachi, Arty...Although not to the extent(or size) of Hachi, Arty is a reactive dog...and there are days where being on constant guard can be just exhausting. Hang in there KB...<br />Hugs!<br />BethThe Adventures of the LLB Ganghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12502162429874740820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-17329441853071338782020-05-18T12:41:00.582-06:002020-05-18T12:41:00.582-06:00What you're feeling is perfectly normal, KB. T...What you're feeling is perfectly normal, KB. The path you've chosen is hard, and can seem never-ending. It's OK to feel exhausted, to feel like Hachi is just impossible, that it's hopeless. It is so hard living with a damaged dog, and Hachi came to you profoundly damaged. These are real, valid feelings. <br /><br />As you know, it took six years to really turn Habi around. We did,Chris and Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07660468904624780900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-87720556921195754712020-05-18T12:36:00.400-06:002020-05-18T12:36:00.400-06:00Constant caring and being alert all the time is so...Constant caring and being alert all the time is so tiring, at least with a toddler they do have that afternoon snooze.We have had two cats who were so determined to attack one of the others, for no reason. Nothing worked, I think it was their nature from birth, maybe the instinct for survival. Hang in there, it surely will ease up at some stage. Enjoy the outdoor safe places you have right Nancy Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11854698513524662527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-46005773405027199722020-05-18T12:02:42.943-06:002020-05-18T12:02:42.943-06:00I don't really have similar experiences with d...I don't really have similar experiences with dogs to share, but I do know how those we love can be a struggle.<br />Sending my very best wishes to you and Hachi.<br />Gail. WFT Nobbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14315143664245246248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-92175396128874482482020-05-18T11:40:27.160-06:002020-05-18T11:40:27.160-06:00Being on constant alert is exhausting. While for ...Being on constant alert is exhausting. While for the most part I have been able to relax some since Brut's death, there is no dropping my guard with his four kids. Chance is worse than Brut when it comes to interacting with us. He has snapped at both Mark and I. He can be very unpredictable when he is in his moods. Unfortunately, the death of Brut and Silver (dad and mom dogs) has risen 24 Paws of Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06574070591449171093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-81605156139763004862020-05-18T09:56:51.723-06:002020-05-18T09:56:51.723-06:00I have reactive dogs too and on top of the reactiv...I have reactive dogs too and on top of the reactivity, I have two sisters. Homeopathy and spaying one of them helped. I did not want to spay either of them (I do not breed at all) because it is healthier to leave them intact. Since we are responsible dog owners, I felt that was okay. I do have to say homeopathy has helped a lot with the reactivity too when other things like herbs and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-29285984566049565812020-05-18T09:28:58.965-06:002020-05-18T09:28:58.965-06:00I am struggling too. The behavioral vet gave me th...I am struggling too. The behavioral vet gave me three medical options after Paxil didn't work: a probiotic supplement, Clonidine (so far I don't see any improvement), and Certraline/Zoloft. Lots of decisions as to which to try and in what order, and how to see if there are changes when I don't control the potential reactive events. I haven't taken Luca beyond our neighborhood and Carron Meaneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02387669037777203447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-18935895657576771172020-05-18T09:20:15.522-06:002020-05-18T09:20:15.522-06:00It can be draining to live in a situation like you...It can be draining to live in a situation like you are with the dogs. Just know that you are doing the best you can with Hachi and keep remembering all the progress you've made. We hope that someday life will return to a more normal way.Millie and Walterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15880442203258355043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-164058026903029472020-05-18T08:27:45.482-06:002020-05-18T08:27:45.482-06:00i really like that last shot of levitating Hachi.....i really like that last shot of levitating Hachi.. so beautiful. We had 12 plus years with our reactive Jake, it was worse for us because i had no clue about all the things you do for him, and also no money for expensive doctors. I lived with anxiety and stress for all those years, which means I know what you feel. the stress got better after Cooper died, because Jake did not fight with Baby. I MadSnapperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08163140037276496519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-48748399439881546542020-05-18T08:24:16.858-06:002020-05-18T08:24:16.858-06:00KB I know it is important to document each event g...KB I know it is important to document each event good and bad for your Vet. It is very draining to have any day in and day out responsibilities for difficult situations...especially when added when one is not feeling 100%.<br />Hugs ceciliaMy Mind's Eyehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12014097754516123017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-39961932671166759632020-05-18T07:39:57.811-06:002020-05-18T07:39:57.811-06:00You sure have been patient with Hachi. I know he ...You sure have been patient with Hachi. I know he knows you love him and that's a good thing. He's most handsome too.<br /><br />Have a fabulous day and week. Scritches to the pups. ♥Sandeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06785788498697004273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-26990389755617447902020-05-18T05:58:04.220-06:002020-05-18T05:58:04.220-06:00Hari OM
I don't have a reactive dog - I have a...Hari OM<br />I don't have a reactive dog - I have a 'difficult' father. Caring is caring, no matter the patient, and it takes a lot of energy from the carer. So I get it. The compensations and positives usually do balance things out though. Hold those times dearly! YAM xxYamini MacLeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18383916589808462620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-32551867712823071902020-05-18T03:55:52.371-06:002020-05-18T03:55:52.371-06:00I can only imagine how stressful it can be when yo...I can only imagine how stressful it can be when you have to be on alert at all times. You sure are a handsome boy, Hachi!Molly the Airedalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12533954545013852862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4905010459077232225.post-45765205058838267302020-05-18T02:14:15.272-06:002020-05-18T02:14:15.272-06:00it is not easy... and there are days what are not ...it is not easy... and there are days what are not "ours"... easyweimaranerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14377003995063754713noreply@blogger.com