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Post by darkone7 on Mar 19, 2008 14:26:43 GMT -5
I'm new to the forum and need assistance with our dog's new behavior. He's just turned two. Up until about four months ago he was a completely submissive dog. He now postures, barks loudly and growls at all new dogs he meets. His tail is up and wagging but his hackles are up as well. He doesn't attack the other dogs but acts like he's going to. He'll ultimately work it out with the other animal and they'll end up going their happy way together. It's been okay with friends with dogs but when we're out in public it's a terrible problem. Any suggestions on how we can curb this behavior?
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Post by rexandbaby on Mar 19, 2008 17:34:57 GMT -5
Your dog is now going into his "adult" years. That is why he is doing this. I am sure that DDG can give you better advice, but this is what I would do.
When my young dog acted this way, I would tell him while on leash, not good, and turn around and make him follow me. I am his pack leader, and no matter what he thinks, he has to listen to me first. When he is listening to me, and ignoring the dog, praise, and act like the other dog is not there. He will soon realize, that he doesn't have to protect you, and that most other dogs can be friends. Do not give corrections, when he sees other dogs, as this just tells him that other dogs are bad. Encourage good behavior, and encourage him to make friends, but only on your terms.
Good Luck!
Donna
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Post by darkone7 on Mar 19, 2008 19:10:27 GMT -5
Your dog is now going into his "adult" years. That is why he is doing this. I am sure that DDG can give you better advice, but this is what I would do. When my young dog acted this way, I would tell him while on leash, not good, and turn around and make him follow me. I am his pack leader, and no matter what he thinks, he has to listen to me first. When he is listening to me, and ignoring the dog, praise, and act like the other dog is not there. He will soon realize, that he doesn't have to protect you, and that most other dogs can be friends. Do not give corrections, when he sees other dogs, as this just tells him that other dogs are bad. Encourage good behavior, and encourage him to make friends, but only on your terms. Good Luck! Donna I figured that getting older is part of the problem. Also, he's not neutered. He's a beautiful, wonderfully behaved, chocolate lab that we hope to breed. In general he's amazingly tolerant with our three children and was raised with our cat (he knows not to eat kitty's) so this behavior caught us off guard. I'll try your suggestion and let you know how it goes. |
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Post by DogGoneGood on Mar 19, 2008 21:32:56 GMT -5
Rexandbaby gave some really good advice and I'd follow that. I too am going through this with my newly grown up pup (I'm glad I'm not the only one!  ). I highly sugest neutering him. It will make a difference and in the long run due to several different reasons, I think it's the best choice. There's a lot of good information on the subject HERE. Please read it  |
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Post by darkone7 on Mar 21, 2008 13:01:01 GMT -5
Thanks. The article was an eye opener. I appreciate the feedback and advice!
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Post by rexandbaby on Mar 21, 2008 17:27:43 GMT -5
If you do not want to neuter him, then that so much more important that you make sure that he is a good dog.
Is he AKC registered? Do you really want to make the breed better? That is the only reason that we would want to breed, making the breed that much better.
A dog like yours, and a dog that would breed, should be able able to not have problems with dogs, or temperment.
So you should think about this before breeding.
If you still think that you want to breed, we can give you more advice.
Good Luck!
I would love to have a good Lab, but, now adays, that is almost impossible.
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