I have two dogs. I have a shih tzu named harley who is 4 years old. Before we got Maggie, he was king tut. He ruled the house. Now that we have Maggie, things have changed. She is about 90lbs and rules the house. Things are becoming worse because as she increases in size, the more she harasses harley. Harley will be walking in the kitchen and Maggie will just pounce on him and attack him. So now, Harley spends 3/4 of his time in his crate (its is open, he just goes in there himself and lays down). Harley is like an old fart, he just likes to eat and sleep. Whenever harley goes to walk to his bed or go to his dish, Maggie takes this an attacks him. She isn't aggressive and I know she is just playing, but I feel bad for harley. And I tap her on the butt with my hand or I'll whistle to get her attention, yet she will stop for a moment and then as soon as my back is turned, she will attack him again. Do you guys have any tips on what to do with Miss Maggie Mae?
2006-08-03 03:54:24 · 4 answers · asked by Michelle 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
OK! I have a female rottweiler who use to think she was "Miss Queen" and ruled everything that walked by. With Rottweilers you need to show them that you are boss. They are such stubborn breeds and will do everything in their power to be the dominant one. You, as an owner, need to start taking control and correcting her. These breeds don't know their own strength when it comes to little dogs. You need to start disciplining her and stepping in to help your little dog. My rottie has a choke collar that when she does something wrong i pull on it and tell her "Bad Girl!" Just be firm with her and let her know your the boss, NOT HER! Good luck!!!!!!!!
2006-08-03 04:53:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rottweilers can become problem dogs very quickly if you let them get the upper hand. You need to contact an animal trainer who specializes in behavioral problems as soon as possible. One who does in-home consultations would be ideal. Check with your vet for trainer reccomendations. The sooner you nip this behavior in the bud, the less likely even more problems will come up. Rotts respond well to firm, fair handling & want to please their owners - they just need positive direction from you to learn what you want from them. Be consistent, be decisive, be Maggie's pack leader! Training is the key.
2006-08-03 11:18:00 · answer #2 · answered by mustanglynnie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Training, training, TRAINING. Rotties and Pitts are so territorial
2006-08-03 10:58:24 · answer #3 · answered by rrrevils 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
every single time she does that and your around, put her mean big body outside
2006-08-03 11:29:41 · answer #4 · answered by juicyfruitishandsome 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋