We have an Australian Shepherd, and he is an outside dog (he startedoff as an inside dog, bu transitioned to an otside dog) PLEASE dont scrutinize me becuase h is an outside dog. He perfers to b otside more than he does inside. (and sorr about my typing.. broken keyboard) he stays outside until night time, and he goes back out in the morning. I dont know if hes boed or not, most ofth day he just sits or he sleep-s. Please help me!!! i dont want him to e sad. thanks!!! =)
breed- australian heperd, border collie mix
age- 1 yr, 2 months
male
mood -???? could be happy.. could be not.
2007-03-27 10:23:58 · 14 answers · asked by Starr 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Starr-this may not be possible for you, because I don't know your living situation, but I've always had 2 dogs. Since your Aussie's a male, I'd get a female. That avoids the issue of which dog is dominant. Right now you're the pack leader and you always will be, but a new dog will have to assume a position in the pack and a female will always be submissive to your male Aussie.
If that doesn't work for you, I agree that most dogs do just sleep a lot. I walk my two an hour a day and that keeps their energy level down. My dogs, who I affectionately call "the freeloaders", sleep most of the time. As near as I can figure, sleeping makes them hungry and eating makes them sleepy. If there's such a thing as re-incarnation, I want to come back as one of my dogs.
2007-03-27 10:37:51 · answer #1 · answered by David M 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, you have a breed of dog who is very active and does best when it's engaged in some type of activity or "job". It's perfectly understandable that he's primarily an outside dog because he is very active and is one of those breeds who's going to do best outdoors. He's also too young to be lazy and this lathargic behavior is most likely because he is bored. I'd suggest getting him some toys he can play with on his own, some bones he can chew on and burry and possibly even a teather ball type set-up that he could play with and chase while he's by himself. Another thing that would really engage him and keep him active is getting another dog that is similar in age and enjoys being as active as he does. You could also play with him more on the weekends and in your spare time, playing frisbee or catch, taking him for long walks and maybe taking him to an off-leash dog park where he could run free and play with other dogs. It'll get him the activity he needs and if done frequently enough, it should sustain him during the week. The bottom line is, the more activities you provide him with the better because you're completely right, he is bored. Good luck and I hope you and your pup can come to a good compromise!!
Oh and I have to say... Never let wild animals such as birds and squirrels be a source of entertainment for your dog. The loud barking could annoy neighbors to the point they call animal control and your dog CAN catch squirrels. My German Shepard has had no problem catching and killing squirrels and neither did my ex boyfriend's Aussie.
A little kiddie pool would be a great idea. Your canine would LOVE splashing around and chasing pool toys, especially on those extra hot days.
2007-03-27 10:32:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Give him some toys to play with or play fetch with him. You could take him on a walk. Just make sure you give him the same amount of attention as he got when he was an inside dog.
2007-03-27 10:36:17 · answer #3 · answered by Khristina S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get it lots of toys and a comfy dog house, and take it for a walk every 4 or 3 days and play with it in the backyard and stuff.
2007-03-27 10:27:51 · answer #4 · answered by Miley's #1 Fan 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-16 00:53:08 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What the heck? Your BC Aussie sleeps? Is he hot? Get a kiddie pool for him to splash in, a tricky treat ball (at petsmart) for him to eat his meals out of, and take him on a bike ride (any aussie/bc could keep up!) Have you tried dog sports, like agility or flyball? It keeps him mentally stimulated (to learn) and physically, too...plus I really do think it is fun :).. get him a dog door so he can choose to be with you whenever he wants, and take him to run errands with you....this keeps my aussie very busy.
2007-03-27 10:30:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've never met a dog who didn't love to chase birds/squirrels. Maybe you could install a bird feeder on your fence or put one in the yard. Like a moth to the flame... your dog will have hours of fun barking and chasing the birds.
They also make squirrel feeders too! Those suckers are smart and quick too! Your dog will never catch them.
2007-03-27 10:28:28 · answer #7 · answered by Nickole 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have to agree with some previous posts, get him a playmate....... they will run around till they drop and then cuddle, sleep and be happy. Make sure to spend a lot of time with both though when you are home
2007-03-31 10:29:17 · answer #8 · answered by scalloper 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
provide him with some chew toys that he may be amused with. i put toys in my dogs kennel when she is out. i even tie some of the rope ones with toys on the ends of them to the fencing of her cage so if she wants to play she can do that (if he is a playful dog)
2007-03-27 10:29:18 · answer #9 · answered by devjazz2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs do sleep all day, they sleep most of the time. Doesn't mean bored. If you have any concern, go outside & play with him.
2007-03-27 10:26:51 · answer #10 · answered by gouldgirl2002 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋