Pissed off... venting

OK, this morning i went out to feed and water all the horses and cows... i wanted to take mine out to roam around on the grass while i worked. i did that, they both tie well and no problems, well here comes the dog, of people who are living here as well.... trying to chase the horses, im standing right there, i had to yell at him and tell him no a few times before he ran off. but in the mean time he got the horses riled up, my colt got tangled and fell, luckily my horses trust me enough to not freak out if i am next to them, so i untangled him, but then i couldnt get them to just be calm like they were. so i put them away, and i went to go talk to the dogs owner. i said, where is teddy bear? they said why, i said he needs to be kenneled for a while, he's in trouble. he just ran right along between me, after i told him not to and tried to chase the horses and got us all tangled. their answer???? oh, its cause he knew they werent suposed to be where they were, he was just doing his job. Doing his job my ASS. i was standing right there, he came running up, i said NO. he ran around me and did it anyway. he wasnt trying to corral them.. he was trying to chase them. i mean, accidents happen, but i was more pissed at the owners right now, for defending thier dog like that, like its no concern. what if someone is riding on a horse who spooks? not that anyone gets to do much riding around here. i guess i will just have to kennel him next time. but seriously. they should have at least been concerned that he wasnt listening. i could have been hurt. as well as the horses. also i really need them to go out on that grass. my mare is stressin out, so she is losing weight, my colt still needs to gain weight from his colic...  and they dropped the food supply. now they only get one flake of alfalfa, and one of grass morning and night. they are not on grain cause they dont want them to be on it and not the other horses.  Katie has plans, but they always have plans that never get done. dont mean to be rude but its true.  horses are suposed to get a bigger area, and they are all suposed to be moved within a month. I really appreciate them taking me and my horses in right now, but its really frustrating. i want to help out where i can, and im told i cant. and there is PLENTY of grass to be eaten down, and my horses are just fine on grass without foundering, or paying extra money for hay and grain, it would help put some weight on them.  im embarassed. my horses were always in great shape... and they look like crap. their mane is matted and i cant get it undone cause i have no place to brush it out here... and someone took my showsheen.. ok, just venting.  

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Well shit, kick the dog in the junk (j/k) but seriously, the horses could have kicked his ass then the owners would have been pissed. Some people just don\'t get it. I am sorry that you are having so many problems, just can\'t seem to catch a break!!!
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ANY dog around livestock has one FIRST and main lesson; NO! When he hears \"no\", he should stop whatever he is doing; no questions. That is my main problem right now with Festus, which is why I am going to use the electronic collar to train him, as he was just a bit too old for the usual methods when I got him from the rescue.

You are lucky it was not a lot worse, and so are the dog\'s owners, as they could well be held liable for not controlling their dog better. Around here, if a dog gets into your stock, you are allowed to shoot it, no questions asked.

I understand about the way you feel about your animals; mine are less than pristine ATM, too, but then YOU know why. You are doing the best you can for them under difficult circumstances, and try not to feel so bad about it for now. You have enough on your shoulders, and, with the way the hay and feed situation is shaping up, you are doing a lot better than a lot of owners.
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so sorry to hear this happened. :(
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Ahhh The Auto Down Stay, my most favorite exercise for dog training, drop to a down and stay where you are until I come to you. Always even liked that better than a recall. The most worked on dog training exercise in Europe. Sorry you had a bad day sweety. Not the dogs fault, he only knows what he is taught. Sorry you had a bad day. Don\'t beat yourself down, ok things will get better.
Hugsss and much Love,
Kimber
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Oh dear - naughty dog! You are right - there is no doubt that the little bugger was having a play and trying to chase the horses. I guess the owners do need a little wake up call if their dog is going to be constantly around horses - that is a little scary.
Teaching Bella now to sit and lie down - very glad I am.
Hugs and hope you feel better for venting.
Suzi
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It\'s all gonna\' be okay, please try to relax. I do agree that the dog\'s owner could\'ve shown more concern... And there you are so worried about your horses, awwww, they\'ll be okay during these lean times, I wish they could take advantage of that yummy grass, too. How are you? Holding up? Thanks for the hug - I\'m sending lots back, Love, Robin