If I take my dog some where that he has never been before she gets down part of the way and starts sniffing around and acting hyper. Even if I take him on a different path to walk he acts strange. At home he is calm. He was a rescue dog, and lived in a few foster homes before I got him.
2006-09-12 11:49:34 · 8 answers · asked by mickey 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
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2006-09-12 11:55:59 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She is scenting... smelling the area for something familiar. If she has been in several foster homes... she is still a little scared of being relocated again. Reassure her with love, encouragement and treats. Coax her gently and let her know everything is fine.
Transition for the rescue dog can take quite a while... depending upon the circumstances of the rescue. Be patient and loving. He'll slowly become more sure of himself and more confident. I promise you, he will. I know!
2006-09-12 11:57:45 · answer #2 · answered by rolahey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh sure...if he's a rescue dog, he probably thinks he's going to be abandoned again...*poor baby* They are such sweet dogs and are very emotional & deep feeling. Keep reassuring him that he is going home with you and when you get there reinforce the fact that he is home...HIS home. He'll understand and calm down then. They do comprehend our language better than you think they do. Talk to him like you're talking to a 10 year old child. When you talk to him, you'll create a stronger bond with him. Good luck!
2006-09-12 11:57:45 · answer #3 · answered by auntcookie84 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs natural instinct is to be with 'their group' when your dog is sniffing he is probably smelling the urine of other dogs who walked there.
To help with the habit you should socialize him as much as possible, neuter him if you haven't already done it, and teach him a few basic commands like heel and sit. Let him know your the pack leader, and he'll start trusting YOU to be the one to mark 'your territory'
2006-09-12 11:55:23 · answer #4 · answered by wyomingirlie16 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds to me like your dog is just a bit insecure in new situations. How long have you had him? He may need a little more time to develop a trusting relationship with you especially since he's had several homes. Just be patient with him, talk to him, encourage him to walk along with you (give him treats for good behaviour) and I believe he'll settle down.
2006-09-12 11:53:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"I am the alpha dog, I am the alpha dog" come on say it with me...you may not be used to having a dog, but you have to know that they will look to you to lead their every move. if you don't tell them exactly where to go and when, they will gladly take the alpha position and then....well, you're screwed. keep him on a short leash and make him walk behind you. don't let him sniff unless he's in a spot you want him to sniff. it may seem cruel to you, but it's not it's dog-think. Take the lead and your dog will love you for it.
2006-09-12 11:55:00 · answer #6 · answered by Chit P 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ur dog is just smelling its surroundings. like if other dogs were there or other animals. it just gets excited thats all. thats why dogs like to put there head out of the car..cus they wanna smell there surroundings and see whats out there.
2006-09-12 12:22:38 · answer #7 · answered by Aundrea 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u should let him or her act the way they want
2006-09-12 11:58:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋