My older min pin just tried biteing this little menatlly ill girl in our neighborhood. HE'S never done that before. He always is excited to see her. He runs and plays and barks with her all the time. Can some one help me. I don't want himto do this anymore. What should i do? and why is he doing thins? Plezz help me if you can.
2006-09-20 13:05:21 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
You gave two good clues in your queston.
The dog is small and old, and the other person is a child.
When dogs begin developing arthritis, or even bad eyesight,
they get a little defensive. They know they are not as "fast on their paws" as they used to be. And, for a small dog, being fast is about his best defense, in case something goes wrong -- and he's beginning to lose it.
And, dogs know children can move fast and suddenly! That is a real threat to a teeny dog. Age can intensify their reaction to it.
It may be time to look at his "likes and dislikes" in a new light.
And, actually rearrange his social life to meet the needs of a senior.
Explain to the little girl, and don't encourage the two any more.
My Min Pin is 8, and I'm noticing changes already.
2006-09-20 15:13:51 · answer #1 · answered by OShenandoah 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a vibe that that little girl is sending off. Maybe next time try giving the little girl a treat to give the dog and then there may be a connection again.
2006-09-20 20:08:23 · answer #2 · answered by April O 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lol I know this is mean,but I thought it was funny when you said that they run play & bark together....honestly tho...you should let your dog know that isn't the right thing to do. When he bit her,I hope you punished him (not by hitting,but maybe by saying now and ending the walk). Good luck
2006-09-20 20:55:05 · answer #3 · answered by *Juicy Princess* 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Older Miniture Pinchers naturally do that, just teach him not to by using a water bottle or something, don't put him down.
2006-09-20 20:13:40 · answer #4 · answered by boobearsh 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What were the circumstances under which he tried to bite the girl? Was she grabbing at him, or touching his toys/food, or did he think she was being aggressive to you...? In order to correct the behavior, you need to know what prompted it.
2006-09-20 20:08:34 · answer #5 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly take the dog to the park more to be around children so he doesn't do this again.
2006-09-20 20:14:29 · answer #6 · answered by son-shine 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
take him to obedeance class and if it is a pure breed talk to a breeder
2006-09-20 20:13:31 · answer #7 · answered by Molli 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋