Why are you all so judgemental and might I add missing the point?

Question

This is the third time I have asked questions about this because, no matter what I say some of you do not realise that we have tried to train this dog, my boyf previously had a rottwieler, who was trained perfectly. We are consistent. It is the pure frustration of Scamps personality which makes me dislike him. I cannot have people visit me at home any more because he just jumps at them and nothing we do makes him stop, many people other than me find this offensive. Why do so many of you answer these questions without properly reading them and with judgemental attitudes. It is awfully offensive to someone who is merely trying to do what is right. Not once did I suggest that I would just throw the dog away or anything of the sort, so get off your high horses before life ends up knocking you off!

Answer 1

your problem started with the breeder, pit bulls like rottweilers have to be alpha trained when they are pups. this is done by holding the pups on their backs and rubbing their tummies until they relax, it has to be done several times until they accept that the owner is dominant. apparently the rottweiler had this training and the pit did not! once the aggressive breeds are larger it does not work because you should never fight with them, because then they become more aggressive, you need to calm them down and work on each problem one at a time, a toe to the tummy when the jump on you will eventually discourage the jumping but it takes time and repeated reinforcement. encourage your visitors to do the same. your vet can give you a sedative to give to your dog to calm him down when you have company coming but you should not use it too often.

Answer 2

I have read back on your previous questions and I believe that you are trying to do the right thing at a very emotional time. It would appear that you have a dog that could have 'issues'. (We had one that kept snapping at people - worked out it had had it's leg broken before we got it and the bone was rotting away!!). You may not understand why the dog is acting this way, but the dog does understand that it has the upper hand. I know you want to be fair to the dog BUT you are about to have a baby. I suggest 1) you visit the vet to make sure there is nothing physically wrong with dog 2) you contact a local trainer/dog handler who will be able to give an outsiders honest opinion - somebody new to the dog may achieve more than somebody the dog already knows 3) if neccessary get the dog a kennel and agree that he only comes in when your husband/daughter are at home to look after it so you can concentrate on the baby. If you don't get this under some control now you will end up hating the dog and maybe getting bitter towards your family as they don't understand.

Answer 3

ok, have you tried keeping him outside when guests visit? as this behaviour seems like a habit and needs professional treatment. Its ok being firm and consistent, but are you being consistent with the right things? there are many ways to train a dog, the best thingto do is to find this dogs trigger. Be it a ball a chew toy, some food. When you find something the dog will do anything for, you can then train him. You say you've tried to train him, that sounds to me like you've given up. Training a big dog like a rottie which has a dominating character is hard work. Just because your boyf's previous rottie was well trained doesn't mean this one can be. All dogs have different personalities. Have you tried a house line with the dog? when visitors come round you keep the dog on the lead, and ask the visitors to ignore him. He should learn that visitors are boring and don't give him attention, therefore he should calm down. But if you really are having problems, then get a behaviourist in. Its the only way.

Answer 4

never underestimate the stupidity of the "public".

If you are not happy with the dog, get rid. find it a good home with experienced dog owners who preferably don't have children. they then have time to work with the dog.

about getting a replacement: i don't know how you chose this one. but it's always best to meet the dog before bringing it home. if it's a puppy meet it's parents. however i recommend waiting until after the baby is born and at least at a stage where you are sleeping through the night.

then if you decide as a family that you want a dog. as you are going to be the person looking after it you should be the one who gets to choose the dog and it should be yours and the others can play with it and walk when they feel like rather than you having to look after it when they don't.

so in a nutshell get rid. take a break. start again.

I'm sure scamp will be the perfect pet for some one else.

Answer 5

I do not know what your original question was. Are you having just the training issues or is there more going on. I would be happy to help. What breed of dog is Scamps? I do not recommend those 'boot camp' style training camps because your dog will be great for the person who trained him but dogs are very bad at generalization (if they always learn to sit in a kitchen, when it is time to sit in the livingroom you almost have to retrain the behavior...they dont get it that something applies to everything). Also if you are not there to see what is happening your dog may have to deal with someone who is a little overassertive with punishment. I have heard of people that have had their dogs throat stepped on and worse.I also would not advise you to watch few episodes of The Dog Whisperer at try it yourself. As clearly stated in a disclaimer that no persons should attempt this themself. The reason behind that is he uses a technique called "flooding" which if you do not know how to read a dogs body language, ATTEMPTING THIS COULD GET YOU BITTEN!!! If it helps...Petsmart does offer classes that are reward based. The classes are inexpensive and Petsmart backs these classes with a guarantee. If there is anything else I could help with please feel free to email....

Answer 6

This is the first time I've read about your dog. Sounds like he's two handfuls! If you want to keep him, you'll have to be patient training him. I know it's tough, and I know his behavior is very frustrating, but it's either that or get rid of him. Actually, there may be a third alternative...my best friend in high school had a pet Bouvier (looks like a black Scottish Terrier pumped up like the Governator -- stands 3 feet tall at the shoulder and weighs 140 pounds) that was VERY unruly, and my friend's mother took him to an animal psychologist. Can you believe there is such a thing? To make a long story short, it took a while and cost them a bit, but this animal psychologist was able to help them train their dog, and when he was all done he was the most obedient dog I had ever seen. Might be worth checking out.

Answer 7

hey not having seen your previous questions I am only assuming that you have a too energetic dog - a dog that jumps up on people is hazardous - as eventually it will knock someone, more seriously an elderly person or a child. The way to deal with this is when he jumps - instantly swing around so your back is facing to him with your arms folded - he will prob jump up once or twice whilst carrying out this procedure but DO NOT speak, look or move. Taking this position shows the dog that he is not getting a reaction positive or negative and he will be become bored with you and leave you alone. Then when he DOES greet you without jumping make a fuss of him. He will over time realise that jumping only provokes a boring negative approach, whereas keeping four paws on the ground gets a far better one! Any further tips you may need on dog training - dont hesitate to give me a mail. And remember - you and anyone your dog is in contact with MUST at all times follow this procedure through - good luck

Answer 8

Dogs will do what works, so if you reward your dog constantly for sitting, there is a good chance he will also provide the same behavior when greeting visitors. When his sitting for visitors is rewarded he will most likely choose this response next time. Although affection, fun, play and exuberance are all part of a healthy and well adjusted dogs life with humans, it is important that these things not be connected to arrivals or departures. Practice calm comings and goings and insist that other family members do so too. While teaching the correct behavior it is important that your dog not be able to practice the old undesired behavior as much as possible. When family or visitors enter the house and begin exhibiting affection and excitement this only causes the dog to become more excited and likely to jump. Using a leash when there are visitors in the house is a very good way of controlling your dogs desire to jump. Simply put your foot on the leash so that he can not jump. Every time your dog jumps on someone you are allowing that behavior to become reinforced. If you want him to learn the new behavior you must provide both training for the new and behavior control for the old. Keep the leash handy at all times and put your dog on it before visitors arrive. Just be careful to not make receiving visitors into a negative experience, as this will be detrimental also to your dog's ability to respond appropriately around other people.

Answer 9

It sounds to me that you & your bf are not being dominant and/or consistant enough if the dog is not picking up on what you are asking, but hey, at least you are trying which is much more than many other people can say! You are aware that the dog's behavior is a problem and thank goodness you're not just throwing your hands up and leaving things as they are. If you are having trouble training your dog then it sounds like it's time to send him to a professional. There are training facilities that are more like a boot camp for dogs rather than the traditional "Let's all gather 'round and teach our dogs to sit" environment. Contact your local SPCA and ask if they have any recommendations, or you can go to the AKC website (www.akc.org) and see if there are any links there for professional training. When I drive to Dallas to visit my mom there is one of those boot camp-like places just outside of Big D so if you are in that area check the phone book. (Sorry I can't remember what it's called! You'd think I would since I go up there every couple of months) If you haven't already, watch an episode or two of The Dog Whisperer. I know it sounds silly but that guy really knows what he's doing! Good luck and don't give up!!

Answer 10

I understand when it comes to your frustration, I have a 130 lb Choc. Lab who is a bit hard to control when company comes around or he gets excited about something....in addition to professional training sessions, there are medications (safe) that you can get from a vet such as acepromazine that you could use as an extra precaution in situations when the dog needs to travel or when you are having company.
I also have a border collie, which is a hyper breed despite being very smart, who I have to medicate on occassion when family comes.
I worked for a Vet for several years and one of the best things to do with an excited dog, although he is large, is to try to "ignore" him when you come home for a few minutes and refuse to show attention until you are ready(when he calms down) easier said then done, I know. Good luck and I hope everything works out well. Keep in mind with the negative people on here that they don't have anything better to do when all they have are shallow minded comments about situations they don't understand thouroughly and have never been in.

Answer 11

I never answered the question, but it seems like a lot of people didn't read what you wrote they just made some assumptions. Anyway here is my two cents worth. If you are working with the dog and it is not successfull I would call someone who can give you some one on one help with the dog and his jumping. I watch the Dog Whiper with Ceasar Milan and whether it is true or not it looks like he can work miracles for dogs and their owners. I also, so on a website that he, Ceasar was looking for dogs to work with. I would give that a shot. I love animals of all kinds and I do believe that they can be turned around with the right care and love and affection.