How does it work for older dogs that have been used to going outside? Just moved from a house to an apartment.
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I really couldn't say, I bought it for puppies and they hate it. They don't like walking on the plastic. We use a puppy pad tray and pads. You can get the tray at Lowe's home improvement. Good luck! :-)
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I too have three older dogs, they would not go near it. Tried lots of tricks, nothing worked, gave it away.
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the dog may not hear so well due to breed. dogs over the years have been bread to do different thing for man. hunt by smell sight or sound. my unit works ok but there is a pack of small dogs next door.they do stop barking after a min or so. I wish my neighbors would just move I can only hope. Joe
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We have not used the wheelchair in the house due to space constraints. The dog cannot lay down in the chair, I have only used it for walking. It is difficult for my dog to get into the apparatus, she is shying from it now due to the need to lift her belly into the chair. Once she is in she likes the freedom it gives her to walk. Have you thought of a back end hand held lift for the dog while in the house? It would necessitate you assisting the dog to move. We finally put down pieces of carpet in our kitchen to help the dog scoot herself along.
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This dog collar has changed my dog. He respects me when we are walking. He does not jump on small children or elderly people when we walk by them anymore. He is respectful, because he NOW understands his limitations. Positive training with lots of treats does not work on my dog. He is nearly 55 lbs, I am 120...and I HAVE to control my animal or worse ..he could get hurt or hurt someone accidentally. Now, when I take a walk he is not panting dearly for his breath. He has a strong "opposition of pulling" instinct....even if he is choking himself. He now seems to enjoy walks, looks me in the eye and just hangs out without being overly stressed to pull. This works and it works instantly. PERIOD... This dog collar has changed my dog. He respects me when we are walking. He does not jump on small children or elderly people when we walk by them anymore. He is respectful, because he NOW understands his limitations. Positive training with lots of treats does not work on my dog. He is nearly 55 lbs, I am 120...and I HAVE to control my animal or worse ..he could get hurt or hurt someone accidentally. Now, when I take a walk he is not panting dearly for his breath. He has a strong "opposition of pulling" instinct....even if he is choking himself. He now seems to enjoy walks, looks... » Read More This dog collar has changed my dog. He respects me when we are walking. He does not jump on small children or elderly people when we walk by them anymore. He is respectful, because he NOW understands his limitations. Positive training with lots of treats does not work on my dog. He is nearly 55 lbs, I am 120...and I HAVE to control my animal or worse ..he could get hurt or hurt someone accidentally. Now, when I take a walk he is not panting dearly for his breath. He has a strong "opposition of pulling" instinct....even if he is choking himself. He now seems to enjoy walks, looks me in the eye and just hangs out without being overly stressed to pull. This works and it works instantly. PERIOD... « Show Less
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Hey there, not entirely sure what your question was as it looks like it was cut off. I used this pack with my 75 pound lab/shepherd on a section of the AT last year at it worked like a charm. We did a few practice walks with it when at home, increasing the weight a little every time. At first I thought there was no way he was going to get used to it but as soon as we hit the trails it was as if it didnt exist anymore.Also, in case you didn't know, there is one section of the AT where dogs are not allowed and that is through the smokey mountain national park section. I believe there are bording services that can shuttle your dog for you. Hey there, not entirely sure what your question was as it looks like it was cut off. I used this pack with my 75 pound lab/shepherd on a section of the AT last year at it worked like a charm. We did a few practice walks with it when at home, increasing the weight a little every time. At first I thought there was no way he was going to get used to it but as soon as we hit the trails it was as if it didnt exist anymore.Also, in case you didn't know, there is one section of the AT where dogs are not allowed and that is through the smokey mountain national park section. I believe... » Read More Hey there, not entirely sure what your question was as it looks like it was cut off. I used this pack with my 75 pound lab/shepherd on a section of the AT last year at it worked like a charm. We did a few practice walks with it when at home, increasing the weight a little every time. At first I thought there was no way he was going to get used to it but as soon as we hit the trails it was as if it didnt exist anymore.Also, in case you didn't know, there is one section of the AT where dogs are not allowed and that is through the smokey mountain national park section. I believe there are bording services that can shuttle your dog for you. « Show Less
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I have an 8 yr old Shih tzu that can go in & out with no problem. I also had a bigger dog, so the step-over had to be higher, but still my Shih Tzi jumps right through it, no problem. My shih tzu is younger than your little guy, so I'm not sure how he'd do with the stepover. My Mom's little Pekingese has shorter legs & refuses to use it, so I have to leave my slider open slightly if we leave. So it's just gonna depend on how agile your cocker is. It's nice, but it was HARD to install. My brother is a builder & he did it for me. It IS a great door tho.
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My dog is a Maltese, so she was not able to move it around. I also connected it to her crate, but I had to use the divider that came with her crate to close the opening on the top because her crate was not that tall. It works great for me, just make sure you connect the crate with no openings. I left an opening one day and she got out and had the entire house to herself.
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Our dog is 35# and no problem. You need to pick up the #2s every day or two... Otherwise when its too full the dog will do it outside of the porch potty.
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I think you can, but it will take a lot of patience from you. You would have to try to figure out about when you think she might need to go and stand there with her on the pad until she goes. You will have to be gentle with her as she is an old dog. I built a three sided wall around the pad to help keep her contained. It took about 2 or 3 weeks and she started to go on her own. She was a puppy though.
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Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should "get it" & use it without prompting. Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should... » Read More Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should "get it" & use it without prompting. « Show Less
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Hi, I have two Boston Terriers and I only used it once when I took them to see my husband in the V.A. hospital. I think that I wouldn't be able to walk them either but it is better than the other ones I have seen and tested. :-)
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Seems like you have tried everything. However. I had a thought. Put it in a sunny place without the roof for a while. Later if he goes in add the roof after a few days. My dog was kenneled trained and found him at the human society. If your dog doesn't like kennels or crates that is the problem.
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It works super good outdoors, have not tried to use it indoors because my dogs are outside all the time. But its well worth the money it even keeps my neighbors dogs quite. Hope this helps.
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I wish I could help you with this but I do not walk my puppies (as they are old). As far as the use of the stroller it is perfect for my use, I have 3 stories and there is plenty of room for them and they love to go for walks in it.
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If he can jump then he can get out. If your using it in the house he also may be able to knock it over. I used it for a new puppy and if it wasn't staked into the ground outside he would have knocked it down.
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I have walked up and down it myself and I am "slightly" over 117lb! The bigger problem you might have is convincing her to use it. It has no sides and the carpet is pretty smooth underfoot. My 18 lb Bichon avoids it like it is evil. Yes I tried all the training tips but it didnt work for my dog. So it sits in a corner. The best use we have found for it thusfar has been helping us slide two upholstered wing chairs up to the second floor via our stairway.
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My lab is over one hundred pounds and is about the same age, the steps work well on getting in the vehicles but getting out is another thing he wants to jump down, so I also bought a long ramp for exiting. Hope this helps ! �