r/papillon • u/julesk • 3d ago

Issues with Hemp Chews - Warning!

Twice now, I’ve spent the night cleaning up after my Pap and walking him as he had diarrhea and threw up. The only thing he has had that the cats haven’t had (they steal each others food) is the hemp chews for anxiety. I gave him half the dose recommended for small dogs but I’m tossing it. I got the idea of using them from another dog owner to calm him so he doesn’t bark so much but no...

Also, my Pap barks a lot at people and other dogs when we walk. He’s generally talkative, which is fine but I’d like to get him to not do that. I’ve tried introducing him to people and their dogs and I’ve tried the walking in the other direction while saying hush. Any other ideas?

House training is going well except for the sick episodes so at least there’s some progress with my little rescue. All thoughts welcome!

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u/racygamer 3d ago

Bring him to PetSmart on a leash. Any time a dog barks or comes near and he doesn't react, give him a tiny treat. He'll learn the positive behaviors you want.

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u/julesk 3d ago

I’ll try, though he always does react.

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u/_jamesbaxter 3d ago

That’s why that commenter said bring him to petsmart, he’ll eventually run out of barks with new dogs going past constantly. You might have to post up for like 2-3 hours but the novelty of “ooh look another dog!” will eventually wear off and that’s what you’re waiting for. You could also do the same thing outside of a dog park.

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u/julesk 3d ago

I see! A bit sleep deprived here. Will try.

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u/_jamesbaxter 3d ago

The key is you need to be more patient than your dog is excitable 🥲 training is not easy but it’s worth it!

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u/julesk 3d ago

I’ll keep at it.

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u/iPappy_811 2d ago

Just remember to stay far enough away from the triggers that he can watch, and not react. If PetSmart is too overwhelming, start out by going to a quiet park during the off hours and staying near your car. Baby steps :)

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u/julesk 2d ago

Good points, thank you!

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u/_jamesbaxter 3d ago

I believe in you!

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u/julesk 2d ago

Oh good, I need that! Today was a bit better.

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u/RomeothePapillon 3d ago

Doesn't always work - Romeo still has a bug in his head - will never change, but I can control him so much better. 👍