[CZN715]

Sounds like my dog. I had dogs for 40 years and used the same vet who assured me that it wasn't me. It was not because I was a "bad" mother, it was because the dog had issues. All my other dogs were perfect angels. No amount of training helped this guy. The sad part was they said if I ever gave him up, he could never be "re-homed" because of his behavior. Ofcourse I would never give him up anyway. I think they are looking for an understanding babysitter, not a lecture on bad parenting.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by FromNY

What about a pet sitter in your own home? Ask your vet for recommendations?

Most pet sitters that come to the home are women. If the dog won't let a woman put a leash on him, that would be a problem.

There is a place in Belleview that has rooms instead of kennels. They don't cage or crate. (Although if a dog won't go into a kennel, not sure how it would view going into a room.)

Bed Time Tails Luxury Pet Hotel About Us
I've never left our dog there, but they did take excellent care of our Cockatiel on several occasions.

[Ele201]

Wondering about something the OP said. Not sure why the sex of someone would matter with leashing this dog. Women can be strong too. Why does dog reject all women collaring or leashing him?

Originally Posted by CFrance

Most pet sitters that come to the home are women. If the dog won't let a woman put a leash on him, that would be a problem.

There is a place in Belleview that has rooms instead of kennels. They don't cage or crate. (Although if a dog won't go into a kennel, not sure how it would view going into a room.)

Bed Time Tails Luxury Pet Hotel About Us
I've never left our dog there, but they did take excellent care of our Cockatiel on several occasions.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by CZN715

Sounds like my dog. I had dogs for 40 years and used the same vet who assured me that it wasn't me. It was not because I was a "bad" mother, it was because the dog had issues. All my other dogs were perfect angels. No amount of training helped this guy. The sad part was they said if I ever gave him up, he could never be "re-homed" because of his behavior. Ofcourse I would never give him up anyway. I think they are looking for an understanding babysitter, not a lecture on bad parenting.

Thank you, you hit the nail on the head, most of the replies here are from would be canine phycologists rather than staying on topic and recommending somewhere to board him that can handle a dog with a few issues. We too had many dogs that we trained and all were well behaved, this one is by far the most intelligent of all that we had but that comes with an issue or two. Our vet knew when he was still a pup that his occasional nip or bite was going to be a lifelong issue as does our current vet.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by Ele201

Wondering about something the OP said. Not sure why the sex of someone would matter with leashing this dog. Women can be strong too. Why does dog reject all women collaring or leashing him?

It happens. We had a rescue Springer Spaniel who would not let a man (or a boy) feed him. We had some evidence, from people who knew the former owner, that the dog was abused by the male of the family.

I would be more concerned about the fact that the dog doesn't like bigger dogs. It would be important to let the boarding facility know that and ensure that they separate the dogs by size.

I suggest OP call the places recommended here and take the dog out for an evaluation by the boarding facility. He would get an idea of how the dog would respond to the facility.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by Ele201

Wondering about something the OP said. Not sure why the sex of someone would matter with leashing this dog. Women can be strong too. Why does dog reject all women collaring or leashing him?

I'm asking for recommendations for boarding not looking for behavioral questions. Please everyone stay on topic, as I noted earlier he has been through multiple trainers and vets and is what he is, no need to raise questions or offer advice unless you know a boarder.

[BoatRatKat]

I get it, the rescues are unique and have been through a lot...they have their quirks and God bless those that take them in, love them and make them spoiled members of the family. I wish I could help you out but the nipping part would make the walks undoable. I gave up long ago trying to find anyone that I felt comfortable leaving my pups with so we just make sure they can always come wherever we go. It works very well. Good luck, I hope you find someone that can help.

[Ptmckiou]

Dog trainers will always tell you....it’s training the parents, not training the dog. Parents “enable” the bad behavior in their dogs.

If you Google dog boarding there are several facilities that have rooms for boarding, and not “cages”. Most upper tier boarding g facilities no longer use pens or cages anymore. They usually have wi-fi cameras so you can observe and the dog has TV with animal planet on.

[rayloyko@gmail.com]

Central Florida K9 does boarding, large indoor, outdoor pens, all trainers, lots of dog time. you may want to call and talk to them, excellent advance trainers also. 407-926-8100, they are in Eustis, have used them for several years for our labradoodle for boarding and training.

[SeaCros]

That is one of the main problems out here on this forum. When folks ask for advice for something they get a myriad of answers and many go off topic. Hopefully you will find a good place for boarding your dog

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by DAVES

I do not know you, or your dog. I will bet you are the one to feed the dog assuming you are married or living with a woman, the reason the dog has bonded to you.

Truth, your original post I did wonder if you were teasing.

A lot more complicated. Not at all you are not able to control this dog. His fault or yours it does not really matter.

We both feed the dog and both give him treats and get him to do tricks, my wife does most of the walking with him but I put on his leash, he lays with her to watch TV, etc. he is bonded to both of us, probably more to her than to me. When we took him to the vet for advice early on she told us the problem is genetic, he has that tendency and it is most likely from the breeding of several types of dogs and that extensive training will not change that fact. She stated in conversation that we have all heard of loving family dogs that one day just snapped and attacked another dog or a person, noting that no amount of training would have stopped that attack, it's in their genes. Our dog is not an attack dog, just has that one issue with some women and his leash. Our groomers have always been women and he does not bite them when putting on the leash but they all know that he has that tendency. Our boarding facility in Ohio is run by all women and in 8 years he has not bitten any of them while putting on the leash however they do know that he has done it in the past and I would never board him without disclosing that to the facility management.

[Ponygirl]

Check out Village Pet Villas- Lady Lake - 352-751-0008 The best. Individual rooms and dogs have toddler beds to sleep. Susan is fantastic

They also have doggie day care and affiliated with Village Vet

[MizJodi]

My son was very pleased when he left his German Shepard there the week he was visiting me.

[Willow&Darla]

My two little Dachshunds dig the Village Pet Spa on Rolling Acres. They come home with a report card on how well they behaved during their stay. Wonderful employees. Very clean area with no odor! They will take you on a tour so you can check out the facility for your dog. Village Pet Spa - 37601 Rolling Acres Rd. - Fruitland Park - 352-751-5711

[vintageogauge]

Thanks to all of you that offered names of facilities that might except him.