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I know this sounds silly, but our dog has ADHD. He is like our child. We don't have children. But Jake is like our child. He is still a pup (1 1/2 years old), but he is a crazed doggy. He eats everything-paper, molding, shoes, socks, pillows. We try giving him toys. We try taking him to daycare once a week. I even took him through 3 rounds of puppy training. He is a lab/boxer mix.

I'm sorry to put this under the "children" section. I couldn't find anywhere else to put it.

Anyone have any suggestions? Help!
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I can only sympathise! we had a cocker spaniel years ago who was crazed like this and also had hyperhyperenergy and just ran away and jumped over fences, we eventually got a 'run' for him along the garden so he could be tethered and run around as well!!! you perhaps do need some extra help from the real doggy experts. Our lovely dog eventually was knocked over - I still remember how traumatic that was and wouldnt wish that to happen to Jake....they are like children, arent they, members of the family. good luck with the repllies...hugs Cathrynn X
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Well-I'm hoping he will grow out of it a bit-we'll see. But now -EEK! He is a good boy, though-very loving and fun!
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Have you tried Rescue Remedy?Its for humans and dogs and its available at most health stores.
I worked at the humane society and we had some of the border collies on a medicine called 'calmilyn" provided by the vets for some of the more neurotic dogs.
Also does he get lots of exercise? Some dogs need lots. He may also be a dog who needs lots of stimulation because he is intelligent or bored try a tricky treat ball where you place a treat or peanut butter that the dog has to figure out how to get out the treat
Good luck
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Good ideas, chatty! I've had a few dogs, and they have sobered as they aged. My crazy dog is still crazy, however...but that's part of what I love so much about him. He's a Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) and his name is Sabre. : )
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labs & boxers are both a bit 'hyper' their first few years - hey, but what would a cat like me know? maybe ask yer vet?
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