He is twelve month, very very soft, its just when he sees other dogs he goes out of control. He is fairly strong now so it is proving a problem when walking him.
2006-07-27 15:00:16 · 15 answers · asked by daftlad 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
welcome to the world of true large breed dogs. Your dog is still considered a puppy at 12. Yes, technically, for German Shepherd Dogs (GSD), it usually takes from 18 months upto 3 years old before your dogs is out of his puberty phase. As for the out of control question, he isn't out of control. The problem is, sorry to say, you never taught him to walk correctly on a lead. I know, its probably a blow to the ego, but it is actually a COMMON misconseption owners have about their dogs. Honestly, you do not need to take your dog to any classes. You can train them yourself quite easily. First, if your dogs is a dominant dog, he will try to enforce his stature and power on others regardless of you want them to or not. My suggestion to you is this, first, get a Choke Chain or a Dominant Dog Collar. Some owners don't like them but the truth is, they work when used correctly. They sell them in the simple chain links found in pet stores but for GSD's, I recommend you go out and find a "Hair Saver" chain. Easiest place to find is online or at a large breed kennel. Next, walk your dog in public but don't just pull on the lead and hold it in place. You need to snap it so its a sudden jerk enough to brake their current thought. As the dogs get closer together, then you hold the lead and walk away at the same time. To help the cause, carry a few bits of cheese or a little bit of peanut butter to give them once they listen to you. Remember this above all, YOU WALK THE DOG AND THE DOG DOESN'T WALK YOU. If he pulls you, stop, wait until he sits down, then continue walking. It may take him few seconds to sit or even a few minutes but you have to make him sit first and then move on. Contact me if you need some more information.
2006-07-27 16:19:12 · answer #1 · answered by vail2073 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A well-trained dog makes everyone happy, including his owner. Take a little time training him, and you'll never regret it; you'll always have an obedient dog by your side. Find more https://tr.im/s0crv
By their nature, dogs are pack animals with a well-defined social order. Through basic training, you need to consistently make sure your puppy understands that you are the leader, not him. So in teaching him the basic rules, you take on the role of pack leader.
To fit into the family circle, your dog must be taught to recognize his name and such commands as come, heel, lie down and sit.
2016-02-14 23:26:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do some research on Canine Aggression, Prey Drive and Socialization.
Chances are that he wasn't socialized properly to begin with...once you've educated yourself, try contacting a local behaviourist, trainer or even kennel club (most communities have some type of dog club - you'll find it in the Yellow Pages). They should be able to point you in the right direction.
Also, get him neutered if you have not already done so.
2006-07-27 15:03:22 · answer #3 · answered by L. S. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first year of a dog's life they should be introduced to at least 100 people and animals. I did not do this with my first dog and she was very aggressive towards anyone or anything she didn't know. I suggest obedience training and socialization immediately. Try a Halti Collar when you are walking him as it allows you to control his head and snout to only be paying attention to you. Obedience!
2006-07-27 15:20:17 · answer #4 · answered by RITA G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
German Shepherds are feisty! Take him to dog obedience, for his protection.... I took both of mine, (male & female) They lunged at others for a little while, but they are such intelligent dogs, they learn quick, and became role models to other dogs in the group!!
2006-07-27 15:06:46 · answer #5 · answered by Katz 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try practicing the "lets go" command. When he sees another dog say "lets go" and tug the leash quickly (not hard) and keep walking. My hyper yokie used to do the same thing when he saw other dogs. He is 2 yrs old now and I have no problems walking past other dogs with him. If he starts whining I say "lets go" and tug the leash. Also try "clicker" training him and eventually graduate to just voice and hand commands. When I take him outside before he can start walking I say "sit, stay" and then the release is "ok" and we walk. It helps establish more authority and calms him down. It took about 4 months to clicker train him.
2006-07-27 15:10:59 · answer #6 · answered by SparklyThingz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take him to obedience classes and learn to control him - GSDs are strong, powerful dogs and you need to be able to control that instinct now rather than let it get worse as the dog gets older.
2006-07-27 23:22:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my suggestion is to invest in a barking collar, it seems cruel but the collar gives the dog a small shock when he barks and it should control the barking. No it does not harm the dog.
2006-07-27 15:25:23 · answer #8 · answered by amandathompson06 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog is like that two. Dogs love to play and your dog just wants to go and play with the other dog, just train him by telling him no sternly and rewarding him when he listens or does something good. good luck
2006-07-27 15:03:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe he wants to make some friends or he has not seen dogs before even though he is a dog he might wonder what they r he should grow out of it or if its girl dogs he just fancys the pants off them
2006-07-27 20:58:06 · answer #10 · answered by kimalison11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋