my puppy is 11 months old. i could not house train him, he ate everything in my house. he got loose into my infant's diapers one night (outside) and spread the diapers all over my yard and both my neighbors. he jumps on me and tries to bite me (im the one that feeds him and takes care of him) he attacks my 3 legged cat whenever he can, hes eaten over 250 dollars worth of goods/appliances in my house, he scratches my child instead of licking, he is a mix of a pitt bull and a min pin. he is sweet in nature, i know he means well, but he is such a hassle for me. ive had to put him on a lead because he digs 2-3 foot holes in the yard. im used to labs, being all sweet and loving. is it just me not being used to other breeds, or is this dog really just too much? I know he is a puppy, but i got him for free and hes destroyed over 200% of his worth in my home. hes not worth keeping in my eyes but my husband loves puppies. how can i talk him into getting another breed?
2006-07-03 15:10:55 · 52 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Divorce your husband. It's the only way really. And if that's really not an option, take the puppy to dog training and obedience classes. PetSmart has them and they're great. Plus neuter the little darling ASAP!! Might be hormones. (And what's up with your husband bringing in a Pitt Bull with a child?!?)
2006-07-03 15:12:57 · answer #1 · answered by i_troll_therefore_i_am 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
You have a child. You teach your child. A child is a person that hasn't grown up. You have a puppy. It is a dog that hasn't grown up. The missing thing seems to be that you haven't been teaching the puppy. The puppy must be trained or it will grow into an unpleasant dog. Just like a child that hasn't been taught manners and is unpleasant to be around when they are grown, if a puppy isn't taught manners, it is unpleasant to be around. If you don't know how to train it, get PROFESSIONAL help. Don't read a book, take the puppy to obedience classes. The puppy needs socialization skills as well. Also, invest in a decent garbage can with a lid that can be closed tight, put things away when you are done with them, and watch the puppy close around the baby. I don't normally have any concerns about breeds around children, but have seen too may problems with pit bulls.
2006-07-03 15:36:44 · answer #2 · answered by first_dragonfyre 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not the breed, Its the owner...I have had labs all my life A lab pup is anything but laid back the first 2 or three years. If you cant handle this dog why would you want to throw it away and get another one(A Lab at That!) just to end up doing the same...? With an infant and all it sounds like you dont have the time and patience for a dog right now...I predict your untrained dog will end up in a shelter soon and will probably be put down because The staff doesnt have the time to retrain all these dogs that come in from horrible owners like you! Grrrrrrrrrrr
2006-07-03 15:30:40 · answer #3 · answered by roxie_29812 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL ......I like the puppy or p ussy answer the best. But wait, first you say your husbands puppy and then refer to the mutt as your puppy. what gives? hehehe just kidding. You have more patience than I would have I think. Your story is really really funny by the way. sorry but I had to laff. I think you need to get rid of the thing. Surely you can tell a little white lie can't you? Call the farthest shelter and cry and tell them you are moving and just can't take your ever so great puppy with you cause your apartment complex are such dog hating jerks and won't let you have pets. Then when hubby asks where his doggie is you can look him in the eye and start crying. "Someone stopped by and opened up their car door and stole the little baby." I would at least consider my idea if I were you. Or ignore my suggestion and live in misery for another 10 years or so........
2006-07-03 15:23:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my dog used to be like this, and still is but not as bad anymore. you'll just have to train him or take him to obediance classes. I think my dog did everyone of those things you listed but after harsh punishment he started to act better. it's going to take a loooong time but in the end it'll be worth. you need to keep a constant watch on him and remove the things he digs into (like the diapers, put a lid on the garbage or get one of those ones you step on to open) when he attacks the cat just pick him up by the back of the neck and hit his nose and say no (I'm still trying to break my dog of this). when he bites you let out a small scream, this what puppies naturally do when playing with each other and it's gone to far. He will realize that it hurts you. it's going to take a lot of work. If you take him to a shelter he will probably be put down because not many other people will want to deal with such an energetic dog. also if your dog is neutered he will settle down and not be so agreesive so get him fixed. he will definately need obediance classes when he's a little older, if you try to train him now he won't get it and probably won't pay attention. he's just a puppy afterall
2006-07-03 15:25:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Getting another breed wont make much of a difference because he's a puppy. Since he's a mix of two energetic breeds, he should be walked every day (make sure you're in control during the walks though! Don't let him pull you 'cause you're the leader, not him). I would suggest that you take the pup to obedience school, get it trained by a professional, or a dog behaviorist. You can find sprays at Petsmart or Petco that'll stop the dogs from biting cords, cables, etc.
2006-07-03 16:37:06 · answer #6 · answered by seek the cure 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not a matter of getting another breed - you just didn't train this one and you will have the same problems in the future with any dog if you don't take the time to train. You can get a trainer to work w/ you - someone who is a Positive Based trainer - not one who uses punishments as that will cause aggression. Go to the APDT website to look for a positive trainer in your area. Join yahoo group Clicker Solutions to learn more about training.
2006-07-03 15:14:49 · answer #7 · answered by sim24 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not pay to get him professionally trained? It works and sometimes is the only way to settle some dogs down. If he has cost you this much money in damages, then a little more to stop this behavior should be worth it. I don't suggest getting rid of the dog, it's not fair to your husband or the dog. Hope it works out for you.
2006-07-03 15:13:57 · answer #8 · answered by Me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try giving the dog a chance as crazy as this sounds the dog can sense that you don't like him. Give him a chance be patient. Also try the dog whisperer. His show is great. Good luck. Give the puppy a chance. Maybe netur him to calm him down or invest in some training classes. You'll appreciate him if he's trained.
Good luck!!!
2006-07-03 15:13:54 · answer #9 · answered by ♥Nina♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See if you could take the dog to a few training lessons, if that does not work out you may have to get another dog instead, because that breed type is aggresive, very bad around an infant.
2006-07-03 15:15:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋