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[Shape Shifter]

Originally posted by nononono
I have not yet spoken to the rescue people about other alternatives or people who will take in special (aggressive) cases, but I do know that the main breed-specific rescue organization will not take a dog that has bitten. But a real conversation or list-serv questioning should be part of the process of this, I agree.

I am a pretty consistent bitch, indeed. But yes, I've let him annoy me with the "I want to go out" barks and give in, even when it is not time for it, and I've hollered and fussed when he's stolen food. I generally don't tangle with him - he has a particular habit of getting aggressive when sleepy and on a bed (blame for allowing that habit falls squarely on the ex-), and I just trick him to get him off rather than trying physically to move him. So there have already been adjustments to his temperament made - obviously, not completely successful efforts.

Honestly, I think he deserves some time with a trainer. I may end up being the one solely shouldering the burden for it, because my recalcitrant (as a general matter) ex- goes silent whenever this has been brought up. But I think the dog deserves it, or, as you say, to live with someone who will provide that for him.

Have you tried sending the ex to a trainer?