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Originally Posted by hutch6
Hi,
Thank you all for your concerns.
As Dillon is a border collie there is no way on Earth he can handle being confined to the big brick kennel nor it's grassy extension for a day let alone two. To get around the issue I went out yesterday morning first thing and purchased a harness for him so that it doesn't rub his wounds and make them any worse.
On my return from the shop he was duly packaged into the harness with little resistance but did however try to eat his way out after a few minutes. He got used to the idea very quickly when he realised that his new suite meant "walkies".
We ventured along the canal and into some adjacent woodland, around the paths and then back along the opposite canal bank to home.
On our travels we encountered no less then ten dogs and apart from an uncharacteristic growl at one dog which after correction was forgotten about he greeted all of the other dogs with his usual wagging tail, playful posture and active nose.
As far as I can see there has been no psychological effects and he's taken it all in his stride.
He's taking his two prescription anti-biotics a day with zest (wrapped up a slice of ham) and the wounds are healing amazingly quickly.
I did feel as though when people saw his wounds that they were wondering if I had caused them but what do I care, I have my bouncy collie back and I am sure he appreciates what the vet did for him.
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Im glad your dogs wounds are healing nicely and he's had no lasting affects.
I know no-one on here would wish that on any animal and im sure no-one sees you to blame, but, with ownership of any animal comes the responsibility to keep it healthy and safe.
All iam saying is that for me it would be a lesson learned and I would not take that risk again if I thought I would encounter other dogs whilst out walking.
If you were to keep yours on a lead then you could not be liable for anything as you would be seen as having reasonable control over your dog.
I see nothing wrong in letting dogs socialise and play together but once they have met under control and both owners are sure they get along. The risk is still there of course but you wouldnt have gone into the situation blind folded so to speak.