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<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=124113116-29012011>First
to the urination ... one thing you didn't mention, is Sidney Neutered? And
although the doctor looked for UTI, did they do any XRays?</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=124113116-29012011>My
thinking in that regard, is that if he's had health issues that include tumors,
is it possible something could be pressing on or causing issue for the
bladder? Xrays, while not cheap, are certainly less expensive in most
places than ultrasounds (if the vet even has an ultrasound machine) and way
cheaper than CT & MRI. I've paid 38 to 90 dollars for Xrays depending
on how many and on getting them digitally on CD for later Veterinary use (if
needed).</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=124113116-29012011>If not
Neuted there could be something going on back there and it may not show up like
a UTI would.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=124113116-29012011>Second
... on the aggressive issue with strangers. Its possible that this is a
pack Alpha issue. That is, Sidney may see himself as Alpha of "his pack"
which is him, you, and your son. The correction for this is not easy, and
could take some very strong willed behavior on your part which might make you
feel like you're being mean, etc.. </SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=124113116-29012011>Your
best bet for this type of issue, is to look for a good dog behaviorist and have
him evaluated. That way you can work with someone one on one, that can
pick up and show you subtle clues to the behavior. One of the keys to this
will be supervision, the other, is in controlling the situation for when you
allow Sidney to go and meet someone (key there *you are controlling him* not
"hey visitor stand completely still").</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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class=124113116-29012011></SPAN></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN
class=124113116-29012011>Neutering can also have a helpful effect on reducing
aggressive behaviors.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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class=124113116-29012011></SPAN></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=124113116-29012011>Good
luck on both issues.. </SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT color=#0000ff size=2 face=Arial><SPAN
class=124113116-29012011>-Robert</SPAN></FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>