Dog just not fitting in well?
Ive got a older boy staying with me, and he is so unhappy. According to his mom, hes never boarded before, he's always gone to her kids, but also according to her, she can't trust her kids. He is so unhappy. He woken my husband an I up multiple times crying, and cry-barking. She said he 'only whines when he has to poop'. I have a feeling this dog is extremely spoiled... I am feeding + watering him, walking him daily, petting him. He has his own bed from home, toys from home, and even treats from home. He's been aggressive with my three dogs, not full on attacking, but nipping at them when he thinks we aren;t looking, and I'm at my wits end. He was so sweet and excited at the meet & greet. I've contacted the owner and she literally has no idea what I should do because 'he's not normally this way'. He literally does not know any commands, especially 'No'. I am not a mean or violent person but I have wanted to smack this dog!! I have to leave the room constantly to calm myself. HELP ME PLEASE. He's been here a week and a half and were supposed to house him a month.
Thank you for posting this. I had the same issue this weekend. I took Karen R's suggestion and changed the booking from boarding to drop in visits. It's not perfect but it is better than having a stressed out dog negatively impacting the other dog's experience.