When me and my husband are together our 4 moth old chihuahua seems fine with both us. As soon as I leave she kinda freaks out and whines. After she calms down a little she wants to be left alone from my husband. She kinda seems agressive also. She was sitting on the floor and my husband went to reach for something and that was near her, she starting attacking his hand. But after I came back she was fine with the both of us. Does anyone know what could be causing this???
2006-08-11 15:45:45 · 13 answers · asked by Miranda 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Try this for a week.
When you are both home, YOU ignore her (don't look at her, touch her, talk to her, or say her name in converstion.)
If she needs to be fed, husband feeds her. (I also suggest putting her on a meal schedule - no free feeding if you are)
If she needs to go out, husband lets her out or does the walkie
Playtime? Husband.
Put in crate for bed? Husband.
If he's not home, of course, you can do these things if it's the normal time for them.
After a week of this she'll realize not only that good things come from Dad, but that if she wants those things, she'd do well to respect Dad.
Also, she should have a leash attached to her collar at all times when you or your husband are there to supervise, so she doesn't get tangled up on anything. If she's going somewhere or doing something she shouldn't, simply step on the leash, pick up the handle, and politely re-direct her to where she should be or a toy or chewie she should be playing with. It's so much nicer than trying to chase and catch her (which all dogs love) and when you're that small, humans looming over and grabbing at you is pretty aggressive, threatening behavior!
After the week is up...
No more "poor baby" or "it's ok, sweetheart" (you know you do it, don't lie to me)
Dogs aren't comforted by that sort of thing. What it does is reward the shaking, gorowling, barking, snapping they're doing.
And if any of the others here that say "oh, my dogs do the same thing, it's just the way these dogs are" had even an inkling of the concepts of dog behavior, their dogs wouldn't be doing the snapping, biting, shaking, growling. Shame on you all!
Your 4 month old Chi is getting away with inappropriate behavior that would never be tolerated in a larger breed! In my classes, the first thing I tell owners is no matter how old or what size their dog is, if they wouldn't want a 100# dog to do it, they should not let their 5# dog do it. Rude is rude, no matter how little you are :])
Sign up for a puppy class with your pup now. The more you know, the better off you'll all be. Dad should not have to live with a dog who is aggressive toward him - it's not fair. And the dog shouldn't have to live with someone who doesn't like her, even if it's her fault. Puppy class will teach you how to re-direct inappropriate behaviors and how to gently and fairly, but firmly, teach your pup polite behavior.
Your puppy is on her way to developing some bad habits that will be hard to break. Better you should give her the opportunity to learn how to win friends and be welcomed in their laps.
2006-08-11 17:00:28 · answer #1 · answered by gsdmommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two thirteen year old chihuahuas, and raised their two daughters. This is very typical behaviour for chihuahuas. They tend to be "one person" dogs, and although they tolerate others, they will do exactly what yours did to your husband. My chihuahua Gus used to sit on the couch and cry when I would leave for work. My husband told me after awhile, Gus would then curl up and go into a "funk". Be sure to scold her when she misbehaves, and don't be afraid to do that just because she's so little. But again, this is really typical behaviour for a chihuahua. Mine can be pretty grumpy when I try to move them around, especially when they're asleep. They don't bite me, but they have snapped at my husband. Luckily, their bite is no worse than a "dog hickey". Good luck!
2006-08-11 15:57:52 · answer #2 · answered by Mrs. Strain 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Cesar Milan has had some good shows on this(Dog Whisper). Even specific to your breed!
It boils down to, she thinks she is the pack leader when you are away. The second in command! Your husband needs to learn the techniques to become the co-pack leader. Yes, this is possible!
2006-08-11 16:23:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maximum relatively seek for advice from a expert coach. you could touch your community guard or puppy food grant save to ascertain approximately training interior the section (they are able to even grant them themselves). no longer something against you or your daughter, yet you won't have socialized the dogs ok. by way of fact the others have mentioned, domestic dogs are meant to stay with their siblings until eventually 6 weeks so as that they are able to have suited socialization. This additionally enables them understand the version between enjoying and struggling with. He is additionally attempting to discover his place interior the kin. He needs to renowned, on a similar time as he's not the chief, he continues to be enjoyed and needs to act consequently. There is additionally some thing that has brought about this habit. putting apart him from all he has consumer-friendly provided that his first days will only create greater trauma for him. attempt training until eventually now only removing him. (no longer enormously you and your daughter, yet usually:) part of the subject with our shelters being overrun is human beings getting domestic dogs thinking they're going to constantly be amazing and cute and then on the 1st sign of concern they sell off the undesirable issues off on somebody else rather of attempting to easily right the habit. you does not do this to your infants so do no longer do it to your canines! They see you as their mothers and fathers and does not understand being thrown out of your place.
2016-12-11 07:14:48 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 2 chihuahuas, your puppy needs a friend, she is to bored and VERY lonely while you are gone.... ask your vet he will tell you the same, your puppy needs a play mate. Will also help your puppy to live longer. Both of my puppies are very protective of me and anything that is considered mine... Sounds to me like your pups have taken you in as there favorite. When someone comes to my house I have to pick them up and introduce them to the quest, to let them know they are welcome. Maybe you need to let your puppies know your husband is part of the family.
2006-08-11 15:53:02 · answer #5 · answered by Mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are a one person dog. My little one will set on my husbands lap till I set down then he has to be in my lap. when my husband kisses me good night he'll get all up set and barks at him. LOL Have a Min Pin and she hides when I'm not home.
2006-08-11 15:56:36 · answer #6 · answered by mlcopl2 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She sees you as her pack leader and not your husband. PUH -leassse check out the Dog Whisperer on National Geographic. His shows tell you soooo much on how BOTH of you can be pack leaders...
2006-08-11 15:57:10 · answer #7 · answered by Whizbeth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs will bond with the person that provides them with food. If you are the one that feeds her she has especially bonded with you.
Take turns with your husband feeding her and it's true, a buddy will help too.
2006-08-11 16:00:43 · answer #8 · answered by trusport 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your puppy prefers you and misses you a lot
2006-08-11 15:51:18 · answer #9 · answered by Answerer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pack animals. no pack when your gone. get another one! problem solved:)
2006-08-11 15:51:55 · answer #10 · answered by sillygoose 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋