I have floored the kennel, topped the kennel and he still gets out. Problem is when he gets out he goes threw screens to get in the house. I have let him have the yard and he still goes threw the screens. I tried him on Rescue remedy no help. Has anyone had a dog like this and what did you do. I have other dogs and he is causing havoc. He is a wonderful animal but full of anxiety. He was abused in every way and I want him to have a good life with me but hes stressing me out! Help!
2006-08-16 12:58:17 · 17 answers · asked by Skippy 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
This dog could get you into trouble. If he gets loose and kills somebody else's pet or child, you will be held responsible.
Sometimes an animal who was abused really needs to be put down. Ask your veterinarian.
2006-08-16 13:05:10 · answer #1 · answered by mia2kl2002 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Your dog definately has seperation anxiety. This is common in dogs that were traumatized when they were young. There are a few things you can try to help ease the anxiety.
Set aside some time everyday for your dog. Play, exercise, keep it positive. Give him plenty of toys to keep himself occupied. Let him have something that has your scent on it. This will help sooth his nerves and prevent him from feeling quite as alone. Most importantly, don't make a big deal out of leaving or coming home again. In fact, ignore him while you get ready to leave and when you come home. When you finally let him in the house, be very calm. I'd avoid interacting with him until 5 or 10 minutes later, when he's not excited anymore.
I wouldn't recommend crating a dog with seperation anxiety. He won't have anything to do besides obsess over not being with you. Besides, he won't be willing to go in when he starts associating it with you leaving him home alone. Instead, take a few days and keep working with him. Start by leaving him out in the kennel just a couple of minutes and work up to leaving him out there alone for a couple of hours. Aside from the actual action of taking him out to the kennel and bringing him back inside, ignore him. Don't speak to the dog or touch him in anyway other than what's absolutely necessary to put a leash on him.
I really think training him this way will make him a much happier dog. He'll realize that you'll always come back for him and never abandon him.
2006-08-16 13:59:31 · answer #2 · answered by larsor4 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If the dog was abused then he needs to be left in an INDOOR crate/kennel when you're gone... Pit bulls are escape artists when they don't want to be somewhere... If he's in an indoor crate you should have more luck, since he obviously wants to be indoors... Most dogs think of crates as safe places (as long as they're not left in them all the time)... Also, pitties need lots of exercise so make sure you're wearing him out... I know it's tough (I have 2 myself) but if you get one of those tennis ball launchers you can tire him out w/out killing yourself too... They usually cost about $10 or so... Rescue remedy is good but it sounds like he's deeply traumatized so one of the stronger herbal calmers might be better... Go to www.jefferspet.com and get a catalog (or just look at their site); they sell everything I've mentioned, and at good prices... Good luck! Email me if you need any more advice...
2006-08-16 13:59:52 · answer #3 · answered by Grimm 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the dog getting regular exercise? Pit bulls are generally pretty high-energy dogs. It sounds like he has a lot of energy that needs to be spent. I'd recommend that you watch "The Dog Whisperer" on National Geographic Channel... google Cesar Millan and order some of his DVDs or his book. He works wonders with dogs and just watching his show can probably help you a lot.
2006-08-16 13:10:28 · answer #4 · answered by Angela 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
weims are an exceptionally people man or woman canine. it is that she is determining that once she is going in her crate you depart. i comprehend there are actually and back that I could push my weim out the back door to get her to flow exterior she does not decide for to flow via fact she is conscious i'm leaving and that she would be in a position to could stay exterior. i'd attempt a different manage like a warm canine, cheese some thing that they don't seem to be getting for all time. attempt additionally putting toys in her crate, and crating her once you would be domicile. basically for greater or less 10, 15 minutes. stable success.
2016-11-04 23:29:13 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, these are more questions than answers...
Why is he trying to get in the house?
Is it too hot? Is there something in the house that he wants?
I would find out what he's after first... where does he go/what does he do when he's in the house?
2006-08-16 13:30:55 · answer #6 · answered by Katy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had to actually go out and buy locks to keep our dog in her cage. She was so smart that she could open the double latches on her cage. I guess that comes from being born on the streets. She was on the streets until about 3months old.
Hang in there!
2006-08-16 13:07:16 · answer #7 · answered by Sam Iam 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
he was clearly abused before thats how he became that way. U could try to look up a pet sitter. just make sure the pet sitter can handle the dog. Hope this Helps!
2006-08-16 13:05:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The kennel seems to scare him it may remind him of the past
2006-08-16 13:10:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Firstly, is he fixed? if not you may want to do that.
Secondly, Buy a carrier type crate. one that he might fly in. I cannot imagine him getting out of that and if he does well then I have no idea. You have to do something because he can cause problems if left to his own devices.
2006-08-16 14:24:45 · answer #10 · answered by melissa s 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋