Dog Health Questions: Are guard dogs trained to attack people if they run? Have you ever been chased by a guard dog,what did you do?

When I was a kid I was walking in a field with a stick in my hand (next to a pub here in Ireland) when I saw a German Shepard at the back of the pub, it saw me, stood up, popped up its ears and just looked at me - I froze, then decided to get the hell out of there, lol. I started to run and as I looked back the dog was racing after me, I was running towards a wall but knew I wouldn't have time to scale it so I stopped dead, turned around and for some reason threw the stick on the ground and shouted no. The dog suddenly stopped and just looked at me. I walked backwards to the wall, kept eye contact with the dog and climbed up and that was that.

What I never understood is why the dog chased me in the first place, I guess simply because I ran, lol. My big mistake was to run wasn't it? Why exactly did it stop when I stopped - was I no longer a threat, was it because I had thrown away the stick I was carrying or was it because I shouted no and it recognised the word? Wonder would the dog have actually attacked me had I not stopped running and it caught me? Thanks.

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a real gaurd dog is trained to give chase on comand but only attack if commanded to do so. I think it stopped because you stopped showing fear.

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Dog Health Questions: We have a 5 year-old pitbull/german shepard mix.... she has been a great dog BUT...?

...everytime we (my wife and kids) leave, to the store, etc., she FREAKS OUT! She claws at the door from inside the house. Shes ruined the moulding around several doors. If we put her outside she easily jumps the 6 foot concrete walls. We've thought about putting her on a leash outside when we leave but we live in Arizona and it gets ridiculously hot during the summertime.

We just came home an hour ago from the store and she apparently jumped through the office window, and we ended up finding her in the backyard. My guess is that she roamed loose around the neighborhood and finally came home when she felt like it.

We are now considering a large dog crate. Something we can put her in, inside the house, when we leave. It would never be for a long time. Just to run some errands. My concern is that I have heard that if you don't raise a dog being used to a kennel, it can be bad. She's 5 and has never been in a kennel. Could she get used to one? We can't afford to be forking out the money to replace screens and windows. My wife and kids don't want to get rid of her. Any suggestions? Dog training? Caeser HELP??

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Your dog has classic separation anxiety.

You should get a crate AND you should talk to your vet about putting your dog on a medication that is specifically for separation anxiety. The drub is called Clomicalm.

You will use it in conjunction with behavior modification so that in time the dog will be off the medication.

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• How about a large kennel that you can keep in the garage or larger room? Make sure it is not too hot though.
  
  like this- http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.js…


• i would say its time for your dog to go to obedience school !!


• training
  crate


• It is absolutely NOT too late to crate train. The trick is to do it properly. There are many websites that have very good information on crate training. Not only will your house be safe, your dog will be, as well. With separation anxiety, you are going to have to be very patient. My dog also had separation anxiety, but with proper crate training, she finally realized that we were ALWAYS coming back for her and no longer needs the crate.

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Dog Health Questions: I would love to have a big dog when im older, but im unsure about one thing...?

I've always pictured having one of those black and white great danes when im older (and if I had a big enough house), but i've only had a cat and a mini dachshund as pets.

I'm not afraid about the food or huge messes, i'm just afraid what could happen if the dog "snapped" one day. I know a lot about dog training and I know many people have large dogs that would never harm a fly, but the possibility still scares me. (I'm not even afraid of dogs at all!)

Is this something i should be legitimately concerned about? Would it be a bad idea to live alone with such a big dog?

Just something i was wondering.. ...thanks!

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If you want a Great Dane, you should be alright. They are extremely gentle and low key. :)

With any dogs there is always a chance that they will "snap" simply because they are animals and animals can be unpredictable. In my experience, small dogs are much more likely to bite than large dogs.
If you decide to get a dog, research the breeds and try to find people who have owned breeds that you are interested in. (Dog parks are a great place to look!)
Once you decide on a breed, the next step is to find a good breeder, preferably one with both parents on-site. Many breeders will be willing to give you the names of past clients as a reference. Training and socialization are vital and most vet offices can give you advice if you need assistance.

Overall, I don't think you have much to worry about, as long as you are wise about it. If you are still worries after researching your options, hold off until you feel more comfortable. There's no rush! Best of luck!

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• If you're unsure
  Don't go into that door


• Well, if the dog "snapped," somebody could get seriously hurt, and worst case, your other pets could die. However, I know a lot of people who have big dogs and small dogs/small pets living peacefully together, so if you get a well-bred, well-trained dog, I don't think you have to be concerned about it "snapping."


• I've only ever heard of one dog that "snapped", but he had mental problems and a troubled past. I wouldn't worry about Great Danes because they've been known to be "a little dog in a big dogs body" or the "gentle giant". They love to jump on people's laps, would you believe that? They just don't realize how big they are. They love people and are very gentle.


• well do all the reading you can about the breed and just treat the dog well also speak to a vet.


• In my experience, and I believe statistics would support this, is that smaller dogs are more likely to snap than larger ones. Likely because dogs often bite out of fear. There is some correlation between certain breeds and the likelyhood that they will bite. If memory serves me I believe Dalmations are the worst for biting. Do a little research, choose a breed that best suits your needs. Personally, I recommend a mutt. Mutts seem to have a better temperment and less health problems than so-called "pure breds".


• dogs who "snap" are usually ones with either little attention or are dogs who you try to change after you pamper them and then realize you don't want to have so much freewil


• Dogs don't usually snap for no reason. If they are abused or have been abused previously this could be a concern. Things that could make a dog attack are trapping it in a corner, touching it's food or bones (when they're trying to eat) or messing with another dog it feels the need to protect (my older dog will attack someone if she sees them messing with one of my smaller ones). The best thing to do to help your concern would be to get a dog as a puppy and raise it your self.


• I am scared of dogs when they bark but just don't look them in the eye or else they will start snapping and running after you.
  tip: If the dog snaps, try and calm the dog with a treat.


• I'm a DVM and I would have to say that I am much more likely to be bitten by a small dog than a big dog. Little dogs are used to defending themselves from bigger pets and kids,and are therefore are more prone to nipping and actual biting.


• I would say the chances of a Great Dane "snapping' would be very low if you got one from a reputable breeder and the dog was not instigated. My grandmother bred great danes for a long time and they are generally very gentle and make good campanions, I myself would love to own one but we dont have the space. The only time any of my grandmothers danes became violent was when one had had puppies and become extremely territorial toward other dogs entering her space, and actually ended up killing another female that got into her room. She was put down shortly after that, but she never became violent toward humans. As for living alone with a big dog like a Dane you have nothing to worry about. They are very loyal and very protective and are no more likely to harm their owner than any other non aggresive dog breed. I hope this answer helped.


• Any dog could 'snap' not just big ones. I've only ever owned dogs on the bigger side, my first dog was 50 lbs, my second was around 65 and my puppy is growing and is currently 40 lbs. They've all been wonderful with me, though my second dog had issues as it was before we got him. If you're constantly thinking 'what if?' with this dog that you get one day it could give him a negative vibe. What about right now just hanging around big dogs that your friends might have and seeing how they are? Maybe pet-sit them for a day or something? I love my big dogs and if I get a dog(I've always adopted) I make sure that it's the right dog for me and my lifestyle and that I like their personality. :) Hope I've helped!


• i am trying to ask a question on dodgerlist and was wondering if you could help me...i joined just not sure how to ask my question..
  
  thank you,
  kathy

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Dog Health Questions: Parents want another dog, I dont ( Weird question, right? )?

I need a bit of advice from you guys, because my parents are pushing. The fact that Shumani ( My 5yr old GSD ) is bonded to me and won't go more than 5 feet from me, and is in terms "my dog" rather than a "family dog" upsets my family, especially since I keep her away from them a lot of the time to avoid conflict. My friend is selling a very healthy young pitbull, fairly well trained but needs a bit of work and I naturally don't want to see it end up at the shelter. They really want a second dog as a "family dog" and are prepared to pay the expenses for owning another dog. But the only one who disagrees is me, because ultimately, who is going to feed, walk, and train the dog? Me. They only reep the benefits of only giving the dog affection and causing me frustration. Not to mention it will just end up being attached to me anyway, due to me caring for it.
Shumani is reactive around other dogs for one, so more work for me, and two - we have one room for Shumani when we are away from the house, and she is upstairs with me most of the time in my room when I am home. I don't see it working.
I'm stubborn that I don't want more than one dog, but on the other hand, I see it as an opportunity for experience & starting fresh as well ( Im halfway done with a program to get my dog training certificate ).
I'm a bit mixed feelings with the whole situation, everyone wants to get a new puppy, but in the same aspect, I don't see it as a responsible choice, or rather .. a choice that would be easy for me.
How can I get this through their head? They will not listen to me, and they think they're being righteous saving a dog and that's it.

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Show them this post, or point out all your concerns. But honestly, in the end it's their choice, and if they decide to get the dog then you have no say in the matter. Their house, their rules.

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• Awhh, you'd enjoy it.


• I don't want to come across mean but your being a little selfish. I mean you have a dog that loves you and it your best friend (his point of View) and all your family wants is the same feeling. I think they should, and it sounds like your the adult if they aren't doing anything. Unfortunately you don't have full control over it. But if they get a dog they have to do the work and if they ask for you to do it you just say "No, I got my own dog to take care of and you got yours"
  
  well unless it's like an emergency and you have to watch the dogs than that is different but you know what i mean.


• Just to let you know this is more of a rant then a question.
  And if you are under the age of 18, you are a minor and really have no say so as to what mom and dad does in their house. Yes theirs. They have given you the privilege of living there till you are grown, out of school and on your own.
  What they do and say is none of your business.
  If you are not on board with them getting another dog tough, IT IS THEIR HOUSE.
  But you can tell them that since you don't want another dog it is their responsibility and you won't help take care of it.
  They will most likely get mad and ground you, but oh well at least you don't have to care for their dog.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training help! Cola SC?

I have a almost 9 month old siberian husky puppy who is great! Only he has recently gotten into some bad habits recently while I have been away for the summer and my fiancé is taking care of him alone while taking summer classes!

Overall his obedience is okay, he can sit, shake, come, lay down, is potty trained, is great with strangers and other dogs etc...His only problems are recent.
He has started eating everything he can reach loafs of bread wallets apples notebooks the couch end tables etc...
He also is a hunter, which is something we have no trained him to do he just likes to kill rodents and birds if he can catch them. what disturbs me is I think he wants to eat the kittens next door. =(
Also he is not fixed yet... and so the other dogs pick on him that are male and he is a big baby so he ends up getting his butt kicked and I think if he is fixed other males will learn to leave him alone but I have no idea.

If anyone knows any trainers or idea on how to break his bad habits and social issue it would be amazing! Because I am all out of ideas. I know petsmart has a class but i think he needs something more individualized maybe... thanks

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Puppies chew, and he's still a puppy. Give him some appropriate things to chew (Kongs, bones, etc) and redirect him to that whenever you see him chewing something you'd rather he leave alone. This is actually different from the eating everything, make sure he doesn't have access to counters. Prevention is the big key here.

Sibes are high prey drive dogs, and yes, problems with cats are common. Work on having him do some obedience with the cat fairly far away, and then get progressively closer as he shows an ability to handle the distance. I really like doing the Control Unleashed program, you can find more info at www.controlunleashed.net

Many adults will put adolescents in their place. The same dogs that allowed puppies to get away with all sorts of things, will roundly put an adolescent dog in his place for the same types of behaviors. And un-neutered dogs are sometimes targeted for aggression by other dogs.

A trainer who works with you privately can be a great investment, but classes may be a good option also. I don't know how close this trainer is:
Julie Caswell
Pawsitive Effects Dog Training, LLC
Greenville, SC

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• When i first saw your question, i thought you might have meant columbia sc. if you did, have you ever heard of the greater columbia obedience club?


• Actually, petsmart has private lessons for about the same price. Idk how good your trainers are but my local petsmart is really good. Good Luck with your Husky!


• First, neuter him! As for eating things he should not yell at your fiance for letting this behavior develop and start working with the dog on a "leave it" command. It is easy. Hold a treat in front of him and say leave it. As soon as he stops trying to take it from you and turns his head away give him a better treat from your other hand. Build this skill up to dropping things in front of him and having him leave it etc. Be patient and go slow. Do not make it harder until he is doing it correctly all of the time. After he knows what leave it means, tell him leave it when he surfs the counter, puts his mouth on the furniture or even looks towards those kittens!!!
  
  As for the other dogs fighting with yours. The behavior is developed you will need to re socialize them to stop it. Do not let your dog run loose with other dogs. Neuter him for sure because an intact dog is way more likely to try and act dominant and confrontational. It is very likely that it is actually your dog signaling confrontational body language to the other dogs and your dog needs to act differently. Keep him leashed until he is neutered.


• Cola is Columbia (I used to live there, inside thing really)! You really don't have any problems. Getting your butt kicked isn't the dog's problem, it's your problem, he shouldn't be around dogs who kick his butt! And that is YOUR problem! Also as far as killing things? He's a dog...large canine teeth, forward facing binocular vision? 100% carnivore. Dogs kill crap, get over it! The only real issue you have is stealing food off the counters, that's easily solved with a training collar, a pulltab, and a good correction! A training collar is any collar used in training, flat collar, choke collar, prong collar. A pull tab is simply a cut piece of leash that is cut short so the dog doesn't get it tangled on things like table and chair legs, and therefore, can be worn all day with mild supervision (think a leather leash cut down to 6 inches with the loop end discarded). That way when he does try to steal food that isn't his you can just calmly walk up, grab the pulltab, and give it a sharp tug and say "No"...this is what a leash correction is pretty much...a timely tug to discourage negative behavior. Anyway I hope this helps, feel free to e-mail me with any questions or concerns!

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Dog Health Questions: Calling all dog whisperers...?

OK.... short background story. My husband currently deployed and I have 2 male German Shepherds that are a little over 1 1/2 years old. It's been a week since my hubby left. They keep growling and trying to bite and fight each other. This morning I woke up to them growling at 630. They fight in the backyard, wont leave each other alone, and are, most importantly, annoying the crap outta me. I think they are trying to establish dominance over each other since daddy isn't here. I try, but it doesn't really work out. I don't know what to do other than the normal dog training techniques.
They are not aggressive dogs at all. I really do just think it's a dominance thing since my husband left and he was the "alpha." I guess I just need to let them know that I'm in charge. But with dealing with the hubby being deployed... it's just annoying me right now. I guess what I'm asking is if anyone has advice.... Thanks

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Are you able to exercise them, i.e. long walks? That certainly would relieve some of their stress and anxiety.

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• when they start.--- you ... this sounds crazy... but u growl or show that ur taller by standing up to show UR DOMINANT so they quit. they fight out of insecurity theyre looking for a sense of control in your house hold show them who's boss once or twice and theyll get over it
  
  hope i helped ;)


• spank them and show them your the alpha.
  my dog did the same thing.


• I recommend you read this:
  http://dogpublic.com/articles/article.as…
  
  Are both dogs neutered? Around their age, an intact male has literally about ten times the amount of testosterone as an altered or older dog. They're like rowdy teenage boys with just as much bravado, and predictably, this causes friction because they both have the same assertive personalities. While neutering them is unlikely to completely solve the problem, it would almost definitely help.
  
  Out of curiosity.. are you sure they're fighting? They might sound like a dumb question, but "growling and trying to bite and fight each other" pretty well describes how two rambunctious dogs play. When my two boys play, they snarl, growl, bark, mouth-wrestle, jump on each other and chase each other, but I know that it's play because their bodies are relaxed, they're having fun, and although they're constantly using their mouths and biting each other, *no harm is done.* When your dogs appear to be fighting, are their bodies stiff? Hackles raised? Lips drawn back? Ears perked? Tails raised stiffly or wagging slowly and dangerously? If so, then it's probably not play.
  
  Constantly be on the lookout for any signs of tension at all so that you can prevent a situation from arising. At the very small signs, use calming signals to potentially prevent a situation:
  http://www.canis.no/rugaas/onearticle.ph…
  Distract them. Change their mindset and get them focused off each other.
  
  German Shepherds are both extremely athletic and intelligent, so they need a huge amount of physical and mental stimulation every single day. If you aren't thoroughly exhausting them every day, their extra energy and pent-up frustration is almost definitely a contributing factor to their fighting.
  
  You need to observe them very closely and pinpoint what's happening when they begin to fight. Was one dog monopolizing a certain toy, piece of furniture, or even yourself? All of these problems have different "treatments."


• I think you're absolutely right about trying to restablish pack order because of this new situation. I would go back to pack leader basics if you haven't been doing it lately. Eat before them. Make sure you go through doorways first. when you walk them make sure they know their places and make them heel until they do. Don't play any aggressive games like tug of war and so on. I'm sure you know all these tricks, but it's a good idea to restablish them until they get things worked out. Also, make sure they're getting enough exercise. you'd be amazed at how much exercise helps almost every dog disobedience problem.
  Good luck!
  p.s. are they neutered? if not, than they would defintely help solve your problems!


• I don't want to sound rude (really!) but all that dominance and alpha stuff is bunk. It's like an urban legend of sorts. Dogs have very fluid social hierarchies that are constantly in flux. Like Rookie may be "dominant" over Gus when it comes to the water bowl, but Rookie won't challenge Gus for his rawhide. It also has to do with current motivations, like if Rookie just drank a lot of water 5 minutes ago Gus can go ahead and drink first.
  Anyway, your problem with your dogs I'm suspecting has to do with under stimulation. Was your husband the one who took the two on most of the walkies, park trips, did the training, and played tug and fetch? Did their activity level drop when your husband left last week? If this sounds like it may be true all you have to do is tire them out a bit. Hope it all works out. Good luck!

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Dog Health Questions: Neighor ruined our dog sitting trade by paying me anyway. Help!?

My neighbor had a crisis a few days before her 10-day Alaska cruise: her dog sitter cancelled at last moment. She asked me if I would keep her dog. I told her yes, and I thought I knew what I was getting myself into, but it was tougher than I thought. Her dog just turned 1 while she was away, and it is a yappy Maltice. Now it's a cutie, but that dog is in serious need of dog training (plus it peed all over my house). Well, just before she left she said "When I return I want to take you and Marty {my husband} out for dinner" but I said, "Well, I think it would be great if you would be avialable for 10 days of dog sitting for us considering we travel a lot". Well, that was our deal. Now she is back and she just brought over a nice gift from Alaska, a $75 gift certificate to Baby's R Us (I'm 15 wks pregnant), and she gave us a $75 gift certificate to a VERY exp restaurant here in Altanta (the cost of dinner at this place will be at least $150.00). (continued below)

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I think she realizes her dog is a handful.

I still think the trade is on.

That was the deal. Hold her to it.

When you go away, bring her a token gift from the place you traveled to.

I used to have the same arrangement with my neighbor, but we let the dogs stay in their own house and did visits 4 times a day.

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• Not trying to take away from your frustration but at least she paid you. My so called friend pulled a stunt like that on me, except she never paid, never offered and never watched my dogs. When it was my turn to go away for a weekend she was sick and the avoided calling for about 2 months.


• It sounds like she was just being very greatful that you agreed to look after her obviously annoying dog on the spur of the moment. After all, her dog did pee all over your house and you really should be in line for some compensation. (I had to replace the carpet in my house after keeping my sister's dog once.) When you get ready to travel yourself ask her if she can keep your dog as the deal stated and get her something equally nice in return. I'm not sure how much dog sitters get paid, but it can't be much more than she spent on gifts for you.


• Screw he ***** next door, keep your gifts and start saving a little money for a proper dog minding place or kennel sitting. The dog you know will be treated properly in such a place and can have a small holiday as well. Kennels are not as expensive as people think, do some research make some calls and get some quotes. You don't wont to leave your dog with somebody that's going to be cranky at you and taking it out on your dog. You will know exactly what your dog is doing in proper care and it will have the time of its life. Hope that's a little helpful. Sometimes its not the est to take a cheaper way out.


• well my friend does it too I watched her not house broke baby first for 4 day when she went to TX and she brought gifts and I also watched her dog when she and her Hubby went' to Mexico for 10 day she brought a lot of gifts for my whole family well any way we heave a agreement where she said she would watch my dog whenever I needed to leave the town , but I'm one of those people that only goes to a place where they accept dogs. well any way I think that you need to keep the agreement she is maybe feeling just guilty for leaving the dog with you on such a short notice , and that's why she brought all the gifts for you guys . so when the time comes just go over and ask her if she could watch your dog when you guys leave , and go from there if she says yes just make sure to remember to bring gifts for her .


• It sounds like she was genuinely appreciative of you doing this at the last minute and wanted to show it by ALSO gettng you those gift certificates. I think you should THANK her for them and ask her how much notice she will need for the dog sitting (maybe she can dog sit for a day or two while you are in the hospital with the new baby). I don't think she is trying to get out of the dog sitting.


• I would think she knows how crazy her dog is and wanted to pay you a little something for your trouble. Why was she getting a dog sitter anyways if you guys have a open trade??
  
  If you ever need her I would ask her a few weeks before your trip and see how she takes it! if she sounds weird about it- I would sign up for another pet sitter. if she DOES keep your pup I would get her a LITTLE something- Nothing over $50.


• I think she was just great full you watched her dog at the last second and wanted to do something nice for you. Since she said she would still watch your dog I'd go ahead and ask when you go away. I prefer my pets to stay at someone's house myself, then I know they are getting attention and not in a cage the whole time I'm gone and alone all night. It would be nice if you could bring her back something from your trip as a thank you.


• i just think she was thanking u on such last min thing. if u hadn't watched her dog she may have had to cancel or pay alot to a kennel to board which would be more than what she gave u in gifts.... besides puppy sitting is a lot of work and u got a 'bun in the oven'. and yes u should get her a little gift for watching ur dog when u take a trip.....wish i had nice nieghbors....
  oh and congrats!


• Your neighbor sounds like a sweet, caring, and giving person.
  It seems like she brought you gifts because she was grateful that you took good care of her pet, and not that she wasnt wanting to watch your dog. I am sure she didnt think about it the whole time while on vacation.
  Can you imagine her going around trying to shop for a gift for you thinking the whole time "Is this gift good enough so I can get out of watching the neighbors dog"????????
  I dont think so. She will still watch your dog and now its your turn to get her a gift to show her how grateful you are. And dont worry about the price of the gift, you should find a cool unique one that she will love!!!
  And maybe you could invite her, and her dog over for a Bar-B-Que, and whos knows, maybe you, and your dog both have made a friend for life.
  And if not a close friend, then a nice reliable, close to home, in-home pet sitter.
  We could all be so lucky! Whe I go out of town, its like pulling teeth to get anyone I know, (including family members, whos dogs I have sat for), to watch my animlas. I dont mind boarding my dogs, but I cant board, chickens, cats and Horses. But whoever does watch them, usually my cousins kids, or a neighbor kid, I always try to either pay them, cook a kick^%$ meal for them, or bring them a gift.
  
  P.S. Just a hint here, but her thinking of getting you a gift for your new baby alone, was totally awesome. She must like you to remember that you were pregnant. She knew that her gift would be well used and appreciated. She sounds so kind, wish my neighbos were like that. LOL

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Dog Health Questions: I need puppy and dog training!?

my new puppy is a long haired chihuahua and hes only almost 4 months old. he needs to be potty trained to go out really quick ( which is hard because hes so tiny and cant go down stairs yet) and doing basic obedience. he's also like addicted to my mom. whenever she leaves he cries and cries and cries so most of the time we have to take him with us. its kinda getting in the way. we also have two other dogs, simon and zippy, simon bites us when hes being put outside and hes stubborn. hes 7 years old, and we have zippy who is 4 years, almost 5, and he thinks hes the most dominant one in the house and sometimes even bites the puppy! i need help with all this, please!

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This site has some tips and tricks for successful chihuahua potty training:

http://www.chihuahuainfoonline.com/2009/…

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• Well i also had the same problem. I have a puppy(chihuahua) that peed all over the ground i got so fed up i decided to take her to the PET SMART training program. In Canada they have although i am not so sure about America. It really helped make it easier to train my dog how to pee outside.

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Dog Health Questions: Best Dog Training Guides, Tips and Tricks?

I'm found this really great site that I have to share : http://www.pupdogtraining.com

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The site that you picked looks good!
Patience ..well yeah that's a given x 10!
treats work
the clicker thing didn't work for me..guess it depends on the dog...just keep trying diffferent things to you find one that works!

Good Luck, hope this answer helped:)

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• Patience


• I recommend you visit the website that I went to when my dog had behavioral issues a few months back. The program teaches you various methods you can use yourself to solve common dog issues. It totally transformed my dog. Good luck!


• Here is one good site
  http://dogtraining.primia.net .There You can download free Handbook for dog owner.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training HELP !!!!?

ok so a women at work asked me for some help with her 3 year old boarder collie mix. so when the owners arn't home she is as well behaved as ever. but when they are home she wil go into the trash and take out tissues and rip them to shreds and eat them right in front of you. and when you try to take it all away she becomes aggressive and growls . please any ideas as to how to get this dog to stop goin into the trash

Dog Training & Dog Obedience Guide

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It sounds like she found something that attracts attention to her, and whenever they are home, she is going to do it. With a Border Collie, even a mix of one, they need a job and lots of attention and exercise. They are a great, very intelligent breed (the smartest, many believe) and it sounds like her way of getting her owners to focus on her is by making them a bit annoyed. But at least they are focused on her.

When she does this, get a toy, and encourage her to play tug, or fetch instead. This way, she uses her own toys to get attention. But also, it probably means that she is bored stiff. See if there can be an increase in walks at least, but finding anything to assign her as a job. This breed thrives off of work.

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• Jillian put it perfectly. Make sure that the dog has plenty of exercise and enrichment; a smart dog like a border collie will turn into a nightmare to take care of otherwise. It is often because of not enough entertainment that behavioral problem develops, especially in more intelligent breeds such as this one. Try getting the trash can out of the dog's reach, too-- what she can't get, she can't tear up, right?


• Negative reinforcement is the process that strengthens a behavior because an unpleasant situation is stopped or avoided as a consequence of that particular behavior. For instance, pushing on your dog's shoulders will provoke an unpleasant situation for him. If the pressure over his shoulders disappears when he lies down, he will be more likely to do the same in the future, just to avoid that unpleasant sensation. Thus, your dog will be learning to lie down through negative reinforcement.
   


• You could try to take the garbage and put it in a spot where she can't reach it or you could find some chew toys at a local pet store that look a little or similar to the items in the garbage. If there are no look-alike toys just get a few soft chew toys for them to try to get apart but they can't. Make sure the toy is strong. =)
  
  


• you can recommend this website to her: http://tlebeau.sitstay.hop.clickbank.net…
  It's a complete dog training program for only $37. It's been extremely popular and a lot of people have had great success in training their dogs with it.


• Get some toys/balls as a substitute. This is a high energy breed that needs to play and exercise. Playing a game of fetch or tug will likely be an acceptable substitute for her tissue issue. ;-)


• Sounds like she isn't getting attention and is seeking it in other ways. I would make sure she gets attention and praise.

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Dog Health Questions: Training your dog.?

Does anyone know how much Petsmart, in Sandcity, California, charges for beginner dog training?

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Don't waste your money on this type of training. They're expensive and they don't have the best of training either.

Best way to find a good trainer is to contact a local obedience club and ask for referrals. They will tell you of people many have used and trust and KNOW to be experienced and good at what they do. It will also me much less expensive.

Added: All the people I called in the yellow pages wanted no less than $75 for 6 weeks and some were $150+, including the "pet supply stores", but the trainer I found, thru a local dog training club, is only $50 for a 7 week class. She's a breeder and has been showing and titling her breed for 25+ yrs... lots of experience at less cost... Trust me, do your research!

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• Yes dont go to pet smart not very good trainers!


• I don't recommend training there either. I would ask your vet for local trainers in the area. Many of them "partner up" with a good local trainer as they see so many animals and people are always looking for a dog trainer.
  
  Good for you for looking into training - now, take a little bit more time and find a better one! Good luck!


• Calling them would get you a quicker response than on here but...
  
  I live in OH and they charge 105.00 for an 8 week session here.
  
  Petsmart is over priced. I called my vet and he reccomended a local puppy school and they were half the price.


• I certianly wouldn't go with petsmart. I've observed too many classes taught at different petsmarts that could be tramatizing to the dog. Asking local vets is a great way to find good dog trainers. Do your research on differant types of dog training and start asking the trainers in your area. I've found Clicker Training to work best with my dogs as it's positive reinforement.

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Dog Health Questions: Dog training in Indianapolis?

Does anyone know of any good beginner dog obedience/training classes offered in Indianapolis, or its surrounding areas?

Pricing? Website? Phone number?

Thanks!

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http://www.iotc.info/index.html

Here is a website to the Indianapolis Obedience Training Club.

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Dog Health Questions: Has anyone ever taken their dog to Petsmart dog training classes?

What was your experience with them? Did they help?

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i enrolled my dog in the puppy kindergarten class at petsmart when he was 10 weeks old. i think the class can be beneficial IF you have a good instructor. our teacher left in the middle of the 6 week program and we got another one that was obviously more experienced. so the second half of the course was much better than the first. i felt the class was helpful to me, a first time dog owner. it taught me how to communicate with my dog and how to understand and interpret his behavior. someone with a lot of experience with dogs probably would not benefit from it as much as i did. for the dog to learn and retain anything from the course, you MUST be consistent and persistent with him/her. if you know that you're not going to do this, then it's a waste of your time.

hope this helps

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• What I have observed from the classes when I have been at the store is a big joke. I think it is a waste of money. I would call a local kennel club and get a referral.


• i have and my dog thought it was fun so did i


• i've been thinking of taking my dog there for some training classes but i haven't yet. I have heard though that they do help they train your dog to go to the potty and to be nice, i've heard it from several people that have experienced it, so you should take it in consideration.


• NO

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Dog Health Questions: What good dog training videos and books would you recommend?

I've done some research and a lot of people have said that Dr. Ian Dunbar's programs are very good.

Videos:
SIRIUS Puppy Training Redux
Training the Companion Dog (4-DVD set)
Dog Training for Children
Training Dogs with Dunbar

Which one should I buy? Would I really need all that?

I'm planning to buy a puppy, but I have no experience with dogs at all :D I really want to be a good trainer and master of my future puppy. Also, which of his books would you recommend?

If you think there are better videos and books written by other people, can you please recommend them to me?

Btw, money is not an issue. I am the issue :| :))

Thanks a lot to those who helped!

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Ian Dunbar's stuff is good. Even better is Patricia McConnell- see her website, patriciamcconnell.com or check her out on dogwise.com

Go ahead and get Ian Dunbar's e-book (free) Before You Get Your Puppy at www.dogstardaily.com

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• I love the website below, they do have free training listed on the website and also videos you can buy.


• http://www.amazon.co.uk/Perfect-Puppy-Br…
  
  You should buy that book..it's brilliant!!


• My personal favorite is Victoria Stillwell's "It's Me of the Dog" book--she goes into detail about training, play, general dog care, and nutrition. A very good go-to book that serves many needs.


• Don't just watch videos. You'll be on your way for a badly trained dog. It's really necessary to go to a legit obedience class (petsmart is NOT legit, they don't any more about training than you).
  
  If you want to watch videos/tv shows while you're not out training...I think Victoria Stillwell is pretty good. She's on Animal Planet.


• You could also check out Patricia McConnell for some good reading, or even some Pam Dennison. Another poster was right, however.
  No amount of books can replace a good trainer.


• I'd recommend you start with Karen Pryor's DON'T SHOOT THE DOG. That will give you the information needed to shop around for legitimate trainers who honestly do know how to train dogs using humane and well-established methods. You and first dog should go through a formal training program. Remember that dogs don't live nearly so long as do we humans, so you will almost certainly have other dogs in the future. The things you learn through a formal training course will be things you'll be able to use forever.

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Dog Health Questions: Is there a *sales tax* on dog training services in TX?

I mean dog training, like classes and private lessons, NOT grooming, daycare etc.

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There is usually no sales tax on services rendered. Your state website will be able to address the question.

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