Registered: Mar 2009
Location: nc
Posts: 234

Just wanted some insight on what may be the issue with my 7 month old male TW. About 3 to 4 weeks ago he started barking and doing circles in his kennel constantly. I have taken him to the vet and he was parasite free to include worms and ear mites. I have even tried putting him on a chain thinking he doesn't like the confinement, he does the same thing circles and barking at the time he is doing circles. I take him hunting and he seems find, took him last night and he went 450 some yards with other dogs. ANY INSIGHTS WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

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Registered: Jul 2003
Location: Wooster, OH
Posts: 1674

Over the years I have seen many dogs like this. Some would run in a circle on a chain until they beat a deep path in the ground. My recommendation is to get rid of him. He will be a pen pacer and kennel barker the rest of his life most likely. You have to decide if that is something you are willing to live with. Many of these "high bred" competition style dogs are wired up and have lots of excess energy. If he was able to run loose, he might calm down some or he might be 3 miles over at the neighbors' house every day LOL. I would cut my losses. If you buy another pup, ask about kennel manners of mom and dad before buying. Good Luck!

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