We got a full blooded australian shepherd from the pound, and he was abused by his previous owners. Every little thing will make him scared and pee a little bit. Any Advice?
2006-08-04 07:31:52 · 11 answers · asked by Jeffrey R 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I agree with the first two - but would add that if you can - the minute he starts to pee (in diapers or out of them) scoop him up and at the same time put his tail between his legs.
This helps them to stop peeing for two reasons...
1 animals don't usually like to pee on themselves and
2 it will startle his current train of thought, which is that he must pee.
Then hurry little one out the door, put him on the grass and praise him for going outside.
Startling is not the same as scaring them, it gets them to re-align their thinking.
Another thing is do not acknowledge him when you come into the room.
Don't look at him, or talk to him, just go about your business like having him there is normal and no big deal.
Once he realizes he won't be in trouble for being there, then you can begin to greet him (but do it on someplace other than your carpet).
Simply come in, put down your groceries (or whatever), walk to the place with no carpet then with a gentle and happy voice call him to you.
He will come, he will pee.
Don't yell at him for peeing.
Soon he will just come.
Ask your guests to not acknowledge him in anyway when they come into your home.
It sounds mean - but it is not.
Dogs do not think like humans - they don't feel ignored or unloved in the same ways we do.
This will help your dog learn that it is no big deal that he is there and he won't get into trouble for being there.
He is just another member of the pack and he is accepted.
He also needs some serious confidence building.
If you can - find a place that trains stock dogs (sheep herding is the most common).
Herding is what he was bred to do.
This will be great for both you and your dog.
If herding is not an option - agility also builds a dogs confidence (I would stay away from flyball for a while).
Good luck, you did a good thing offering him a home.
2006-08-04 07:51:52 · answer #1 · answered by Freeadviceisworthwhatyoupayfor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will take some time. Eventually when the dog really becomes comfortable with you and starts to trust you, the problem should go away. In the mean time, just try to do everything possible to reassure your dog that he's safe and loved where he is. Otherwise the only other thing you could do, is get a urine sample from him (fun) bring it to the vet and have them see if he has a bladder infection. When pets get bladder infections they leak when they get any sort of extra emotion (happy, scared, nervous). Especially with him being in a shelter, that could be a definate possibility. Otherwise just give him some time.
2006-08-04 07:43:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Weim that I rescued that was abused. Due to the abuse the dog reacts in nervous situations by peeing. It will take time, but you need to build up the dog's confidence. Out door walks, talking to the dog, lots of rewards and treats and just you and the dog time will help. Take the dog everywhere you go when possible. Form a bond with the dog and earn his trust. Play with him on his level on the floor, never smile at a dog (in dog language, it is the sign of aggression)
Good Luck and be patient
2006-08-04 07:40:02 · answer #3 · answered by autumntrist39 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, speak w/your vet. Be patient and kind, however. The poor animal is probably afraid that you may abuse him, too.
He needs love and understanding. But, I do know it's a frustrating situation. We took in an abused cat who hid for awhile before finally realizing he could trust us.
Good luck! Happy to hear you are concerned about homeless animals.The world needs more people like you.
2006-08-04 07:39:18 · answer #4 · answered by 60s Chick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
domestic dog desires to circulate to obedience college ASAP! Your dogs could be jealous of no longer getting sufficient interest. My oldest cat does stuff like that if I pay extra interest to the different cat.
2016-09-28 21:59:45 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of love, patience and understanding: calm voice, constant reassurance, never raise your hand or your voice.
doggy diapers, or doggy pads will help with the spills, till you can reassure him that he will no longer be harmed and he can feel secure again.
2006-08-04 07:36:00 · answer #6 · answered by gypsy g 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
love him and show your peace pet him and earn his trust then he will start trusting again and then he will be open for training if he has a name used by previos owners call him a diffrent name
2006-08-04 07:37:25 · answer #7 · answered by Puddles 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that when he feel more secure he will stop it on his own. Just give him lots of love until then. Good luck!
2006-08-04 07:38:28 · answer #8 · answered by hagren 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your just gonna have to gain its trust... also keep him away from what scares him... just give him some tlc and hell love you for it
2006-08-04 07:39:49 · answer #9 · answered by Alex 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
thats "submissive" syndrome....he might come out of it on his own (cant yell at him or around him) once he fully trusts his new surroundings, OR you can give meds--ask the vet.
2006-08-04 07:36:11 · answer #10 · answered by Munya Says: DUH! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋