Mine is 8 and is getting quite bossy. Jumps on me, barks, and won't respond to "Here". I wonder if older dogs get difficult or my training is becoming slack. Any answers from people with older dogs are welcome, thanks.
2006-07-12 12:37:12 · 11 answers · asked by Sue Chef 6 in Pets ➔ Dogs
As they get older we and they aready know everything we want them to we tend to practice less with them. I do it also. I am guilty of not doing as much as I should with my 9 years old.
He is so smart and well behaved I tend to forget to ask him to work for stuff sometimes.
I try and make mine work for the stuff they get like dinner time they sit and wait until I tell them that it is ok to eat. They do it.
We work in the field almost 5 days a week as I have Weimaraners and we hunt with them So they get alot of that but the basic stuff I do not do as much as when they are young.
Just try to implement a little session once per day and I am sure your girl will shape right up.
Good luck.
2006-07-12 12:43:02 · answer #1 · answered by tlctreecare 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-14 19:10:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dad trained my then 10-year-old collie to bark whenever he wanted anything. He's become quite a pain about it!
Older dogs can be trained, but they might require more patience than younger dogs. They do tend to get a bit crotchety as they age.
Positive reinforcement always works better than negative reinforcement, so try giving out treats when your dog does what you tell him to. And be consistent! Don't let him get away with unacceptable behavior. Always correct him.
2006-07-12 13:13:58 · answer #3 · answered by Spooky Wan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can teach an old dog new tricks. I suggest you attend a dog obidence class, and explain to the instructor the problems you are having. It will take a little more effort than with a young dog.
2006-07-12 12:45:38 · answer #4 · answered by MikieB 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes....in most cases. My dog learned some new tricks at the age of 11.
2006-07-12 12:42:18 · answer #5 · answered by eva diane 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Time and Patience. It will work, they r never 2 old 2 learn manners. Good Luck!
2006-07-12 14:38:37 · answer #6 · answered by I♥myPitbulls 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sometimes it depends on the dogs personality..... some are aggressive, and some are calm, and sometimes they will never learn if u try your hardest
2006-07-12 12:41:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can but very hard because it is hard for them to pay attention .
2006-07-12 12:45:42 · answer #8 · answered by Gregory R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is possible to train old dogs ..... take your dog to obediance classes
2006-07-12 12:45:31 · answer #9 · answered by Caroline 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can but you have to have a lot a lot of patients with it
2006-07-12 12:41:06 · answer #10 · answered by Regina H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋