Re: Bad relationship

[cjane]

Still here and sticking with this thread, lots of interesting stuff being discussed.

I convinced myself that a ‘back to basics’ effort was required at the start of this year. I put together a plan of the behaviours I would work on and set myself some targets. We practiced every morning but it didn’t seem to any effect on his problems.  In June we saw the behaviourist who told us the problem was our relationship and advised the bonding thing. I’m not convinced this was made any difference either.  She said we needed regular sessions but due to other commitments she could not help further.

So, I’m back to thinking that we should return to our ‘back to basics’ effort, and what Dree has said backs this up.  I am aware that some behaviours will never be 100%, as Kiz told me, we’ve had too many failures, like recall, but if I can get a ‘work around’ or find another way to manage a situation, then so be it. 

CJ
PS Wags, what can I say… He’s my boy! On second thoughts, have him if you can fix him, but you must give him back!