Rehome ESS to the prison service

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I have a 15mth ESS who is very keen on hunting and I`m finding it very distressing walking her as she just hunts and runs off. I have had lessons with a gundog trainer for months now and I just can`t get her under control, she knows she can get away from me and just runstHaving her on a long lead is a nightmare as she runs all over the place and you end up spinning round, so I contacted a rescue and they said she would be good as a prision sniffer dog with a handler who would keep her at their home.

I`m really sure what to do, having her like this is making me so depressed and causing trouble with the OH, I just want the best for her.

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i cant help or give advice but i hope you find a good home for her , as i dont think its right that its making you depressed, a dog is suppose to be a joy to have, i know mine drive me mad at times, but i never get depressed about having them

good luck with what ever you decide, PM me if you want and il give you my msn addy
 
You could try a collar, that when she runs off you can zap her and then she should stay with you. I know someone with a 10 month ess that they re homed it would not come back to call. they tried this collar and now they have no problems. maybe worth a go.
 
You could try some of Cesar Milans techniques (The Dog Whisperer sky 3 freeview)
http://www.cesarmillaninc.com/

He is not a trainer but a dog behavior specialist and has a huge success with problems such as yours with "busy" individuals, where trainers have failed.

I am reading his book and using the principles and they work. It would be worth a try but you have to be open minded and committed.
 
ESS are working dogs and without enough exercise both physical and mental, are a nightmare to live with (I know my brother has one)!!! If you can rehome the dog somewhere where it will have a role/purpose, it sounds like you will both be happier. It sounds like she is bored stiff, so is providing its own entertainment!!! Don't feel you have failed if you do decide to give her up, as it sounds like it might be the best option for you both.

If you decide to try again, I would suggest you start doing some dog agility, as this will mentally and physically tire her, and also help you with your control/handling.

Long/flexi leads are the work of the devil. If a dog is on a lead, it should be walking to heel, not running round you or dragging you.
 
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Please tell me you are not talking about an electric shock collar when you say "zap her"?
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Im not actually sure if its an electric shock collar as never used or seen one, just heard people say they are good. I personally would not use it but if it was a last resort then maybe.

I have three ess and i work full time they have endless energy, but i channel it through things they enjoy. The spend couple hours morning and evening at the yard, i then i also walk them so they have their own time away from the horses. They also do agility which they love.

You could also take toys while your walking so she has something to focus on and then you can both enjoy playing games.
 
Totally agree with CS. They are bred as working dogs and without the exercise etc they are just total nutcases. You could try to get her rehomed in a working home where she can put her skills to good use. ESS are fantastic to work with and a real joy to watch working. Also at only 15months old, it's not too late to retrain her.

Best of luck and keep us updated
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I have a 2 year old ESS I dont work him but he does get plenty of exercise which takes the fiz out of him. ( I must have an exception to the reputation of ESS as I think he is quite sane although he does have his moments!)

Try finding an enclosed area where he can be taken off the lead (easier said than done i know) Leo loves his balls so when I need to put him back on the lead I dont throw it but while his gaze is fixed on the ball i hook him on. I am also reading Ceaser Milans book at the moment.

Repetition and consistancy goes a long way.

I would not recommend a long lead as Leo was in a horrible accident involving a horse where becauese it was an extendy lead, he shot off and ended up wrapped around a horses leg and dragged off a 2acre field at full speed.
 
Thank you for the encouraging and caring replies, I did think that I would be slated for even thinking of rehoming her.

But at the end of the day its her welfare which is the most important thing.

I have decided not to go down the prison route, but will take a long think over the Christmas period and see then. I have been advised on using a spray collar on her, its not an electric one but sprays a spray under her chin. Anyone have experience with them??

Thanks for listening
 
We rehome all our rescue working dogs to the prison service before considering pet homes....IMO...if they are suitable the a working life is the best place for them.
In regard to the spray collars, used correctly....they can be very effective for some dogs/problems.
 
Ive used a citronella spray collar with our Dobie but although it worked initially, he worked out that if he held his (v long) nose long enough, the stuff would eventually run out..........:-))) I have to admire him!

good luck with your doglet
 
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