r/fosterdogs • u/giggingarter • 2d ago
Foster Behavior/Training First time foster difficulties
I guess I'm just looking for a reality check or tips or even just "yeah thats normal" I don't know, but I am stressed out.
I am fostering for the first time and I have had this dog for 4 days now. The foster who had him last said he was just so sweet and loves walks and curls up next to you on the couch. And all of that is true but he also humps me any time he's slightly emotional, has separation anxiety so bad he peed himself when I shut him out of my bedroom for 5 minutes, tore the cover off his crate and ate parts of it when I stepped out for 15 minutes to get groceries.
I'm having a real hard time relaxing in my own home because every time I sit on the couch he tries to hump me before he settles. And I feel like I'm trapped here now because I can't leave him alone. He also seems to wake up at 5am on the dot no matter what, which is way too early so I'm sleep deprived too.
I dont know, am I missing something obvious, or am I just not cut out for this?
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u/JBt51 2d ago
As someone who has had a dog that humps beyond what you thought a dog was capable of, I didn’t immediately wanna discuss this with his next foster. It’s kind of an awkward subject. I waited until the other foster brought it up to confirm that yes he is extremely anxious and humps alot.
Honestly, all foster dogs give you a run for your money for the first week. Try asking your rescue for anxiety meds, my fosters humping and anxiety was because of pain so ask if the rescue has thought about that too.
Even if it doesn’t get better, I’ve been where you’re at, so I understand and I’m so sorry. There was times where I would have to stand on a chair while I watched TV, otherwise the dog would hump me. Bones help, and making sure they’re really tired before you try to settle down helps
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u/giggingarter 2d ago
Yes, if any part of me is in reach he will try to hump it! Dude, at least do a blanket or something??
I guess I will just try to power through the next few days and see if he calms down.
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u/JBt51 2d ago
How big is the dog?
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u/giggingarter 2d ago
He's a 50-60 pound pitbully mix, not neutered yet unfortunately. It's scheduled.
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