My Dog Is A Monster !

[JamieSmith]

I went out to the back garden because I thought I could hear some one and no1 was there, I kept looking around and at the corner of the extension my dog was eating house bricks and now theres a bloody big mess, Im taking her to the vets later on because this behavior is not normal. Has anyone else experienced any of this with dogs ? is it normal? should I be worried?

[bubblewrap]

You may need KY jelly when you take your dog for a walk
On the other hand she could become a brick layer

[Glutton4...]

Tell her "NO!"

Move the bricks.

Buy her a toy.

[rustylady]

What breed is she?

[bubblewrap]

Tell her "NO!"

Move the bricks.

When the dog is "walked" she will move the bricks.

[Garden_Chris]

I went out to the back garden because I thought I could hear some one and no1 was there, I kept looking around and at the corner of the extension my dog was eating house bricks and now theres a bloody big mess, Im taking her to the vets later on because this behavior is not normal. Has anyone else experienced any of this with dogs ? is it normal? should I be worried?

How old is she?
What breed is she?

It may be she's needing to chew something to get rid of excess/pent up energy. I would certainly recommend a Kong. Which type? Well, that's up to you entirely.



I generally tend to get one size larger as it proves more of a challenge to chew (as it's designed to be tougher than the size below) and there isn't an issue regarding the accidental swallowing of the toy. For me though, from what you've described (I'm guessing your dog is 'large') I'd go for a Kong Extreme - the black variety. I have one for Roxy, my dog, and she loves them.

Please do respond, and I'll be able to give you some other advice/tips. Just need a little more info!

[JamieSmith]

she is 2 years old expecting a season and she is an johnsons american bulldog

[JamieSmith]

she also weights 126lbs and ive got a doberman about a week ago since then ive made her stay outside so I think it could be due to stress

[Glutton4...]

Living outside, after living inside? Why? Had she been kennelled all the time, it wouldn't be a problem. Many many dogs live outside, quite happily. But it is extremely unfair to bung her outside now! Is the new dog out there with her, or inside?

[VirginVegGrower]

she also weights 126lbs and ive got a doberman about a week ago since then ive made her stay outside so I think it could be due to stress

You want to hope the RSPCA aren't reading your comments.

[JamieSmith]

i leave the backdoor open so she has the kitchen to lie in i dont just lock her out just waiting for kimbo get abit bigger to stand up for himself i judt dont wanna see him in lillys mouth thats all so its temp for about 2 months or so

[JamieSmith]

and just to let you all know she goes on a 3 hour walk everyday she is well socialized but i dont allow her to play with small dogs because she still thinks she is anckle height and she is fed twice a day

[JamieSmith]

Chris She has so many toys but she rarley plays with them all she wants to do is follow me around the house she even sits in bathroom when im in bath/shower

[Glutton4...]

That's because she loves you and wants to be with you. The puppy should have a crate for his own safety. He can sleep in there in safety and comfort, and not have to worry about being mauled.

Are you at home all day with these dogs? Or are they left for long periods?

Two shorter walks a day is better for a dog than one long one. Better for their mental stimulation and their growing joints.

My Pup (nearly 10 months old) sits by the bath when I'm in it, too!)

[Two_Sheds]

I would certainly recommend a Kong.

They're great, OverWyreGrower got me onto them. They have a hollow middle that you can stuff with bickies or peanut butter

ive got a doberman about a week ago since then ive made her stay outside so I think it could be due to stress

all she wants to do is follow me around the house

So she's used to being at your side all day, and now she's effectively been separated from you? Yes, she's stressed.
Let her meet the puppy in a controlled way, and start getting used to it