I have a 16 month old lab and he is uncontrolably hyper. he doenst want to listen when there are people around. i have a baby due in 3 months and im afraid he is going to hurt someone. he is 76 lbs. he wont go to his crate when told. he has recently started chewing on things. and nothing i do will knock some sence in to him.
2006-08-06 15:21:40 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
It sounds to me like this dog is in desperate need of his owners to be his pack leaders. First of all, this dog should be getting walked at least 1 1/2 hours per day. A lot of exercise is vital and when you're walking him, make sure you (or whoever walks him) is the pack leader. The dog must be walking beside you, not ever allowed to pull.
Next, the dog needs discipline and by that I don't mean punishing the dog, I mean he needs rules set for him and he has to follow them. Whatever the rules in your house are, you MUST be consistent in having him obey.
Thirdly, affection might have to be curtailed for this dog. Only give him affection after exercise, when he is being quiet and well behaved. Have you tried putting toys or treats in his crate when you want him to go in? Also, never ever use the crate as a punishment because if you do, he'll fight you. A dog is supposed to think of his crate as his safe place - a place he can go to be alone and rest.
You need to be calm and assertive and assume the leader position and this dog will settle down. Since he is hyper, the worst thing you can do is get excited and yell because he'll pick up on that energy and it will make him more hyper.
Be calm, consistent and take control. Good luck with your dog. If he doesn't settle, please get him professional help. It would be much better than giving him up.
2006-08-06 15:31:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try not hitting him or hurting him, maybe get a muzzle or when you take him for walks get a choke chain or one of those collars that have a loop around the nose and the leash clips under there, teach him to not be so hyper by giving him treats when he isnt, dont let him see you are mad, but show him you dont like how he is acting, he just wants attention, labs need attention, it might not be a good idea to keep him with a baby in the house. if you can give him enough attention while teaching him to not be so rowdy then it would be ok
2006-08-06 15:29:29 · answer #2 · answered by penguin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weat him out! Dogs need lots and lots of activity when they're young. Rollerblading, fetch, frisbee, dog parks. And with a baby coming you might want to invest in some obedience training. Have you tried some rawhide chews for the chewing? My dog started chewing on stuff, he was hyper and having abondonment issues. I had to step up his excercise and leave him out side during a large part of the day and he eventually got past it. Once he hits two years he should start to wind down.
2006-08-06 15:31:56 · answer #3 · answered by ginsurfudae 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ah. Walking Lady watches the Dog Whisperer on National Geographic Channel. This is a must see show for you and your Lab situation. Controlled exercise is the key here (good, long leash walks). Lot's of it. Also, he thinks he is the boss and you will never get him to behave as long as that is the case. Take charge! but do it calmly and respectfully. Watch that show! It is also available on DVD I think - go to National Geographic website if you want to get it. Cesar Milan also has a couple of good books out that will help you. Hurry and take action before the baby is born.
2006-08-06 20:04:58 · answer #4 · answered by D Mun 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't knock sense into a dog any more than you can a child. Dogs aren't born knowing what you want anymore than children are. You need to contact a local trainer and start classes with your dog. Work with him daily on the skills you're learning in class, and maintain them after class is finished. If the dog isn't neutered, get him fixed now. If you can't feel his ribs, put him on a diet. If he's not getting daily exercise (not just walks, but running), work him up into it.
Hope
2006-08-06 15:30:49 · answer #5 · answered by aussiegoldenluv 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take him to obedience class if you are sure you want to keep him. If you are not sure you want to keep him, then be kind and find him a home instead of taking him to the pound later.
Give him stern commands, and after the classes he should be quite improved. If he is still a bit hyper ask your vet for Acepromazine to calm him. Be consistant with him in your commands and praise him and treat him when he does well. Never hit him.
Nothing calms a dog like slowly rubbing his chest and saying "easy"
Good luck and congratulations!
2006-08-06 15:29:25 · answer #6 · answered by a_phantoms_rose 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would look into "Dogtra" training collars. You can find them online. They come with a video to show you how to use it. It is a shock collar, I hated the thought of using it myself, but once my dog trainer showed me how to properly use it, my dogs are much more behaved. So some trainers will know about them...Good luck
And don't ask us what name is good for your newborn...lol
2006-08-06 15:36:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your dog is bored... chewing is especially known as a sign of bordom (except for puppy teething)
if you cannot provide the activity for this dog give it up so his mental needs can be met...
Obedicence lessons are a MUST - they stimulate the dogs mind so keep him happier...
neuter if not done already
2006-08-06 15:36:10 · answer #8 · answered by CF_ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The vets. have ADD. meds for dogs. But they first want you to send them for training before they will put them on it.
2006-08-06 15:27:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try dog obedience training... YOU can control him when you learn more about him.
2006-08-06 15:28:24 · answer #10 · answered by passionate 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋