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Question: How can I improve my skills as a dog owner?
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Answer #1:
may be get a whistle and get her to come to that she be able to hear it better then your voice when it windy mine come to this as soon as i do 1 long blow of it
with her timidness do the things she dont like more offen and treat when she does ok she soon get use to all of this
good luck
with her timidness do the things she dont like more offen and treat when she does ok she soon get use to all of this
good luck
Answer #2:
Since your dog is a Border Collie cross, I would find a reputable sheepdog trainer and get the dog on livestock.
Answer #3:
She is an adolescent puppy; her behavior is very normal. A lot of puppies learn a whole string of commands and follow them perfectly....until they hit 8-12 months of age. They start growing up a bit. Getting more independent. Realizing they can get away with things. Testing their limits. Sometimes, they'll even seem to forget everything you've ever taught them.
It's normal, and it will pass once she nears maturity (18-24 months). You just have to be patient, keep working with her and don't expect too much, too fast. Work with her daily- you'll find she has good days and bad days. If she's having a bad day, practice simple commands and play with her. If she's having a good day, challenge her or teach her something new. But don't give up- this is the most crucial time to follow through with your training....once she matures, it'll all come together.
Keep her on a long leash and work with her recall that way. Keep her on the leash whenever you're around distractions- just keep reinforcing that recall ON the leash, with lots of praise. Don't let her off-leash in public for at least several months....wait until she is consistent & focused ON the leash, and then do a few short off-leash sessions in a QUIET area with minimal distractions. Slowly work up to more & more distractions, and longer periods off the leash. Off-leash recall is one of those things you want to take real slow, to ensure the training really sinks in. Otherwise, she'll always have it in the back of her mind that she doesn't "have" to listen when the leash is off, and you may not be able to trust her.
As for her being timid- it could be her age, or it could be her temperament. The only thing you can do is socialize her. Don't force her into situations- but give her the chance to make her own progress in non-threatening social situations. Teach her to focus on you for a reward....and work on getting her to focus on you in situations that make her nervous. Eventually she should learn that she doesn't have to worry about things, that she can focus on you and you'll handle any situation that arises.
Hope this helps, good luck :)
It's normal, and it will pass once she nears maturity (18-24 months). You just have to be patient, keep working with her and don't expect too much, too fast. Work with her daily- you'll find she has good days and bad days. If she's having a bad day, practice simple commands and play with her. If she's having a good day, challenge her or teach her something new. But don't give up- this is the most crucial time to follow through with your training....once she matures, it'll all come together.
Keep her on a long leash and work with her recall that way. Keep her on the leash whenever you're around distractions- just keep reinforcing that recall ON the leash, with lots of praise. Don't let her off-leash in public for at least several months....wait until she is consistent & focused ON the leash, and then do a few short off-leash sessions in a QUIET area with minimal distractions. Slowly work up to more & more distractions, and longer periods off the leash. Off-leash recall is one of those things you want to take real slow, to ensure the training really sinks in. Otherwise, she'll always have it in the back of her mind that she doesn't "have" to listen when the leash is off, and you may not be able to trust her.
As for her being timid- it could be her age, or it could be her temperament. The only thing you can do is socialize her. Don't force her into situations- but give her the chance to make her own progress in non-threatening social situations. Teach her to focus on you for a reward....and work on getting her to focus on you in situations that make her nervous. Eventually she should learn that she doesn't have to worry about things, that she can focus on you and you'll handle any situation that arises.
Hope this helps, good luck :)
Answer #4:
ok.... fixing timidness in dogs isnt all that hard. if your puppy has had all of her shots, i suggest taking her to a "puppy party" or to a "dog park." if you start socializing your puppy at a young age, she will be used to meeting other dogs and animals as she grows. do not praise your dog for chasing birds and squirrels, but good idea for praising her when she comes to you. when your dog does anything you dont want her to do like pull on the leash, say something like "Ackkk!" in the voice you use when you say ouch. say it loud so your dog can hear. then, if shes on the leash, pull her next to you and repeat the exercise. i hope this helps!
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