after he has snapped he knows he has done wrong
2006-09-25 02:52:38 · 24 answers · asked by Tracey R 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Thats jack russells for you. Arsey little things. You need to visit a good dog trainer to get help with this.
2006-09-25 02:54:32 · answer #1 · answered by SilverSurfer 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with many of the replies here-Jack Russells are very highly strung and difficult dogs to look after. I have a rescue JR crossbreed who can be very loving but requires a muzzle when in public.
I would suggest trying a dog food that is low in protein and low in fat and provide the little soul with plenty of exercise.
He may also have "small dog syndrome" where he feels he is higher up the pecking order than he really should be. Always make sure he is fed after all other people in the house and that he does what you tell him to however long it takes him to respond. Praise good behaviour and try to ignore bad behaviour.
It would be wise to get him checked over by a vet in case there are any medical reasons for his actions and if you feel he can't be trusted in public places then get him used to wearing a basket muzzle so that he can't do anyone else any harm.
Good luck!
2006-09-25 14:52:42 · answer #2 · answered by bettyboop 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How old is your Jack Russell ? I had a jack russell ***** with a similar problem. She had been mistreated as a puppy so was defensive. Unfortunately she developed a brain tumour and was put down at the ripe old age of 17. I don't wish to frighten you but your dog might have similar problems
2006-09-25 12:46:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jack Russell's are indeed high-strung, high maintenance dogs. They are also high energy working dogs. If they are in an environment where they cannot exercise both of these natural needs, then they can become very temperamental.
JR's are also highly intelligent animals. My advice is to exercise the dog regularly every day. Teach them tricks, or how to do an obstacle course. Give them balls to chase and lots of room to run outdoors. I would also look into JR groups in your area...there are BOUND to be a few.
Imagine trying to keep a three year old child confined to a crib or bed all the time. They would also become very temperamental. You have to allow them the time and space to work off their energy and challenge their mind. Same goes for Jr's.
2006-09-25 10:03:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are a few questions that you need to ask eg: how old is the dog
has it always done this
what are you doing when he reacts
Is he a nervous dog etc
It could be a behaviour problem or a medical problem
Hard to say without knowing sorry
Kind Regards Tess
2006-09-25 10:09:19 · answer #5 · answered by moccaebby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I lived in a two part garage apt and I had this neighbor, when they moved in their Jack Russell went completely psycho. It went from a normal well behaved dog to a very viscous animal. It never was the same. I think maybe these dogs are prone to going nuts. I was so glad when they moved.
2006-09-25 09:56:43 · answer #6 · answered by Bistro 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the early and mid-1980s, psychologists and wanna-bes flooded the market with self-help books to encourage people to be assertive without being aggressive, to stand up for themselves, to stop acting like wimps in their relationships.
The Jack Russell Terrier never needed such counsel.
2006-09-25 09:54:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
either that dog's temperamental or badly behaved, which you can correct by giving him the due proper training. get him to recognise that you're his owner and you protect and feed (dogs have this thing bout food) him and also show him... uh... exemplary behaviour? well show him how wrong it is to turn on you. consider consulting a professional dog trainer.
he may also be mentally unsound or drugged. then you should consult a veterinarian.
i much prefer the former explanation.
2006-09-25 10:03:14 · answer #8 · answered by idiotte 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After he snapped he knows he will be punished!
Dogs have no concept of right and wrong.
How old is the dog and what are the circumstances of it biting. Dogs don't bite for no reason. I would suggest some training and dominance training.
2006-09-25 11:24:37 · answer #9 · answered by fenlandfowl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to find out why the dog suddenly turns on you. has something in his past triggered this reaction? could he have been teased or ill treated without your knowledge. maybe he is just plain crazy!...............jack Russell's are nutters anyway.
2006-09-27 18:19:12 · answer #10 · answered by MICHAELA S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋