Babe May Have Suffered Hearing Loss from Previous Owner...

[M101]

Attention Span Issue Cont'd:

I'm wondering if Babe suffered some loss of hearing from the environment he was in previously? A blaring T.V.

I can clap my hands close to his ears and he doesn't move.

The attention span issue...Yes he gets excited to see me. Again, I don't live in the main house where he is, but in a guest house on the property.

The problem is if he hears the slightest sound he is distracted and stops whatever he was doing...playing; eating; etc.

The Afghan I had a very long time ago didn't have this problem.

Babe I also think is not sleeping at night. Instead he is waiting for me to return. So he's sitting by the door. I try and get him relaxed for his bedtime before I leave. I placed a radio w/ classical music on very low for company, but I learned by Mother was turning it off. So the other family members are not helping w/ my training method.

I actually am relaxed w/ him. Very patient. I think he is trying very hard to adjust. If I could have the main house alone w/ him for a week or two I think I could resolve the issues. He does require an environment of complete silence. And he is in need of sleep. I encourage him to nap several times a day, but he won't. I personally don't have the space for him.

Thanks

[I Found Nemo]

WHy dont you take him to the Vet to see if his hearing is okay or not?
I really dont know what to tell you:confused:
You say if you clap your hands "He doesn't move" then you say he is distracted if he hears the slightest sound:confused: How? I don't understand that! If he couldn't hear you in his ear how can he get distracted from the slightest sound?

ANDREA~

[I Found Nemo]

:confused: I hope you don't think I was being nasty, I didnt mean it like that. I just really don't understand what your saying..
ANDREA~:D

[M101]

Yes I'm going to take him to the Vet ASAP. My statement comes from evaluating him more the past couple days.

Thanks

[I Found Nemo]

Yes I'm going to take him to the Vet ASAP. My statement comes from evaluating him more the past couple days.

Thanks
:D Okay, I still dont understand and I really wish I could help you:( but he really needs to be evaluated. Maybe someone else can post here and help you..
ANDREA~:)

[bek74]

Sorry I can't help either, I am with Andrea and am confused:confused: , Are you facing him when you clap?, or behind, to the side, he ,maybe deaf in only one ear. Sorry I can't help:confused: :confused:

[M101]

I'm between a rock and a hard place. The previous owner (my Aunt) thinks Babe can be returned to her "if" she does return home.

My Aunt is well into her 90's. After suffering a broken hip there is no way she can manage Babe or any kind of a pet.

My Aunt is a very selfish person. I can remember for over 30 yrs. her owning dogs w/ discipline issues--jumping; barking; biting; scratching; etc.

One day she'll phone and state that Babe is ours; the next day she wants him back. I have not approached her regarding what is the best option for Babe. I'm waiting to hear where my Aunt will be living. Her house or???

I also have elderly parents that don't understand why Babe requires extra attention. He is very much like an 8 1/2 mo old. baby. Adjusting to a new environment. So at this point I've been a Nanny. Which is fine. Prior to my Aunt being released from the convalescent hospital, I will speak to her very bluntly and state my opinion of where Babe should live. I posted that Babe was taken to my Aunt by my parents recently. He didn't know her. This is when she stated he should remain w/ me. However, my Aunt is sedated--so she has no memory of what she's saying.

I'm taking it day by day. My primary concern is for Babe.

I know this family seems odd--no it's just like anyone elses.

I hope I clarified things a bit?

[Malteseluv]

I think I understand what you're saying about clapping and him not even flinching, and then later him hearing some sound and jumping up. When my yorkie was a puppy, I too wondered if maybe he had a slight hearing problem because I could say his name over and over, and he wouldn't listen, he wouldn't even turn his head, but would hear another ambiguous noise. Turns out he was fine, so now I call it selective hearing. I would definitely get his hearing evaluated by the vet just to make sure, but I don't really know what to tell you. My yorkie stopped doing that, I think it was a stage?? It didn't last very long. Good luck!

[Jadey]

okay!

im glad i read this post :)

it answered a lot of my questions on the other post i replied too!
sorry! :)

1.) go to the vet! about the sound thing only they can tell you honestly but i hope everything is fine.

2.) wait do you have a written document from her or does she even have a written document (ownership of babe)?
if not just register babe under your county!
DO IT :D
its just some kind of proof... sorry i just wish he stayed with you :)

[Kanga]

Yes I agree with Jadey register her quickly in your name that way if anything gets a little sticky down the track you will have proof of how long she has been with you.

Go to the Vet ASAP and get a thorough going over of Babe.

Maybe there are too many distractions for Babe so try something like a clicker to train her with. something different from your voice. I am softly spoken and I had trouble early with Scrappy listening to my commands.

Good luck

[M101]

Thanks to all...Yes on Monday I have an appt. w/ the Vet; and I also will register him in my name in my county. I thought of the registration issue before.

Prior to my Aunt being released from the convalescent home, I will speak w/ my Aunt. Explain about what is in the best interest for Babe. If she insists on having a dog, I will go to my local shelter and bring her an older dog that would enjoy being a companion dog. A larger breed. However, I will instill in my Aunt before going to the shelter the Do's and Don'ts about having a pet.

If she does not agree to the terms no dog.

Re: Babe's hearing...it seems to be selective. Yes distractions do exist...and I will try a clicker--excellent idea!

Thank You All...You are All Very Special!:o