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Question #1: How can I improve my skills as a dog owner?
I own a 8mnth old border colle x lurcher, her nature overall is very timid, she can get fearful when other dogs try to sniff her bum (tail between the legs, running away) This behaviour is improving though, she now walks up to meet dogs and other men (this is a HUGE improvement)
I can leave her home alone during the day and she wont destroy my house or make a mess, she normally just chews her toys, but occassionaly a book if it is left lying on the floor.
She has an exercise and feeding routine established, but due to work sometimes I have to walk her at different times in the morning.
When I take her running with me behind the bike, she is great, doesnt pull stays in and is not to easily distracted.
However when I take her for a walk she often pulls on the lead, this is NEW behaviour, it has happend since we moved to the city (more distractions?)
Also, her recall is going down-hill! At home, fine, I can get her to sit, stay, come, her stay is not so great, but getting better.
However lately she when I have taken her off leash, she has run offto chase birds etc, and her recall has not been instnat, I dont smack her when she comes back, I give her praise etc.
I need some tips on how to deal with these distractions, and on her timid-ness around other dogs and children who she is very gentle with but much prefers to be away from (she will just go and lie down behind a chair when the kids are runnig amuck)
I can leave her home alone during the day and she wont destroy my house or make a mess, she normally just chews her toys, but occassionaly a book if it is left lying on the floor.
She has an exercise and feeding routine established, but due to work sometimes I have to walk her at different times in the morning.
When I take her running with me behind the bike, she is great, doesnt pull stays in and is not to easily distracted.
However when I take her for a walk she often pulls on the lead, this is NEW behaviour, it has happend since we moved to the city (more distractions?)
Also, her recall is going down-hill! At home, fine, I can get her to sit, stay, come, her stay is not so great, but getting better.
However lately she when I have taken her off leash, she has run offto chase birds etc, and her recall has not been instnat, I dont smack her when she comes back, I give her praise etc.
I need some tips on how to deal with these distractions, and on her timid-ness around other dogs and children who she is very gentle with but much prefers to be away from (she will just go and lie down behind a chair when the kids are runnig amuck)
Question #2: Rottweiler. What does the UK gov. know that the FCI doesn't?
According to the FCI Standard (Fédération Cynologique Internationale, an international federation of kennel clubs based in Thuin, Belgium.(World Canine Organisation) the Rottweiler is good-natured, placid in basic disposition, fond of children, very devoted, obedient, biddable and eager to work. Their appearance is natural and rustic, their behaviour self-assured, steady and fearless. They react to their surroundings with great alertness. The American Kennel Club says it is basically a calm, confident and courageous dog with a self-assured aloofness that does not lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships. A Rottweiler is self-confident and responds quietly and with a wait-and-see attitude to influences in its environment. It has an inherent desire to protect home and family, and is an intelligent dog of extreme hardness and adaptability with a strong willingness to work, making them especially suited as a companion, guardian and general all-purpose dog.
Question #3: What feeling does it signify when my dog whines when i make her stop barking?
I'm working with a trainer to get over her fear aggression. Basically my 6 month cane corso has the fear aggression because I've been too nice to her and haven't established myself as a strong pack leader. She used to bark at every noise she heard outside. I have been growling at her and praising when she stops barking. Shes catching on that its not ok to bark but she cries when i correct the behavior. She stops the barking, looks at me, then paces near me and whines. Does this signify that she is still scared?
Growling, or grunting. The trainer said that this is how a higher ranking dog in a pack would correct lower ranking dogs. It doesn't have to be a growl, just any deep noise like a growl, or a grunt, or a "uh-uh!"
Growling, or grunting. The trainer said that this is how a higher ranking dog in a pack would correct lower ranking dogs. It doesn't have to be a growl, just any deep noise like a growl, or a grunt, or a "uh-uh!"
Question #4: Why has my dog gone from very beta and passive to an aggressor that starts fights?
I have two 1.5 year old male siberian huskies. I am the one that typically cares for both of them (walks, food, brushing, cleaning, play, obedience, discipline) but I was out of town for 2 months and my livein boyfriend cared for them while I was gone. Since I have returned, they have had several fights (only one resulting in blood) and sometimes multiple fights a day. My slightly younger dog has been the one instigating the fights, though there has been provacation such as mounting by the other dog, but in the past this dog would always deter and never cause a fight. What has suddenly changed his behavior from very passive to very aggressive? I recently brought a new foster home(1 year old male siberian) and they are constantly fighting, which has never happened before. All of the dogs are neutered. I don't know if my absence has caused some problems or if my dog has just suddenly grown up. I need to curb this dominence over other dogs especially this new foster before I get hurt in their spats or they do.
Question #5: Our new rescue dog is highly dog reactive...?
He is big boy and is perfect in all ways until he sees another dog. When he does he jumps, lunges and barks (seems more excitement than aggression). We have only had him 2 days and I will spare no money or time to help him overcome this. He is an intelligent boy mostly lab maybe crossed with mastiff or something bigger. I know it won't be easy but how long do you think it may take to correct his behavior? and will he one day be fine to be off leash at the dog beach? or will he always be a bit reactive?
Question #6: Is this behavior normal for a dog that has just been neutered?
I just had my Golden Retriever mix and my Great Pyrenees neutered 2 days ago. My Great Pyrenees is doing fine and seems normal. My Retriever mix has a little bleeding sometimes when he lays down, but his stitches are still in tact. We've taken him to the emergency vet and had them looked at and they said they are fine. He is walking like he is in pain, (I know he is) but my Pyrenees is walking fine. He (the mix) is still very lethargic, so much so that he falls asleep standing up. He is on Cephalexin to fight infection and I am wondering if the medicine could be why he is so drowsy and why he's walking funny. The vet doesn't seem too concerned. Do other dogs do this after being neutered? Is it normal for there to be a little bleeding? Thanks so much for answering!!!!
Just thought I better add that we do have the E-Collars on them and are keeping them separated because they kept trying to lick each others wounds.
Thanks so much for your answers!!! He seems to be feeling a lot better today.
Just thought I better add that we do have the E-Collars on them and are keeping them separated because they kept trying to lick each others wounds.
Thanks so much for your answers!!! He seems to be feeling a lot better today.
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