Dog Health Questions: Good dog training classes?

my 2 year old Yorkshire Terrier is horrible with people. She just attacked my neighbor's son. I don't want her to be put down. We also live on a dead end street and i would like to teach her how to not run into the highway. Please help. I'll award as many points as possible for the best answer.

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First stay away from the box store trainers. Most of these people do not know how to deal with the problems that you are having. To find a good training class, ask for references from your vet, groomer, boarding kennel, and friends. If there is a kennel club in your area ask them. Ask the trainers if they have ever worked with small dogs that have the problems that you are having with your dog. Ask about their training techniques. Also get references from past students if possible. Now just going to a training class is not going to fix your problem. You need to take that training home with you and use it. You must practice the techniques that you learn in class. You will also have to change your lifestyle some concerning your dog. You dog needs discipline throughout the day and not just during the training sessions.

The following websites have lists of trainers that may be in your area. Keep in mind that just because a trainer is certified or endorsed does not mean that that person is a good trainer. However it is a start.

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• we took our dog to pet smart 2 times for training and she was still growling and snapping at people. then a friend told us about Bark Busters. they come right to your home and teach you how to be the alpha (lead dog) in your house. Our dog has been much better - she is still learning but we just have to make the noise if she looks like she is thinking about doing something and she will usually stop and come sit infont of me. like i said she is still learning. I would see if they have any trainers in your area. They work on all kinds of behavior problems. another of our main problems was her running out the front door and she has not done that in months even if the door is wide open. good luck


• Keep the dog on a leash in public places.. It is irresponsible of you not too. The poor kid probably wouldn't have been bitten if you had. Get some reputable training as well. But still keep the dog on leash. Just because you are on a dead end street doesn't give you the right to let the dog run loose.


• You need her on a leash or within a fenced area at all times for starters! After that, google dog training in your area.