I have a 10 week old female boxer. She has been really good since we got her, she hasnt cried for her mother or littermates at all, she sleeps downstairs in her bed with a puppy heatpad. She goes to the back door when she wants to go out but just lately she has been having a few accidents inside, i know this is understandable as she is young but i was wondering if it could be because it is cold and wet outside and she doesnt like it?
She is also very hyperactive, jumping up at everyone and on furniture, i dont know if its best to ignore it or firmly tell her NO!
She has a habit of chasing my feet and biting them, i dont know what to do????
2006-10-26 01:01:58 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
For the messing in the house, you are probably right that she doesn't want to go outside where it is cold and wet. To solve this, consistency is key. Crate training or the umbilical method can help a lot, or a combination of the two. Crate training is basically keeping the dog in a dog crate (cage) when she is unsupervised, because dogs usually don't like to mess where they sleep. She won't like it for a couple of days, but that usually passes quickly. The trick is to make the crate a happy place, not a punishment. Put her bed inside, because she already knows it's hers and that will make the transition easier. When she isn't in the crate, she must be supervised and not allowed to mess in the house. The umbilical method can help here, because it is basically keeping her leashed in the house so she can't get out of your supervision. Dogs generally can't remember what they have done for more than a few seconds, so if you don't catch her in the act, don't punish her or she won't understand why you don't love her anymore. Also, teach her to go on command. Pick a command word or phrase (we use "Go now"), and when she does go outside to go, use it. Tell her the command when it looks like she's about to go, and then praise her profusely when she "obeys". It may be a few weeks before she makes the connection between the command and what she does, but it will help.
As for the bad behavior, the jumping and biting, one of the best correction tools I have found is a squirt gun or generic spray bottle (you can buy them from the hardware store, usually for only a few dollars) full of plain water. If you use a spray bottle, make sure it has never been filled with anything other than water. When she misbehaves, tell her "No" firmly once, and then spray her if she persists. These tips have helped us with many dogs, and hopefully they will help you too. Good luck with the puppy.
2006-10-26 01:36:30 · answer #1 · answered by Jonathan R 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a boxer and they can be a handful! Your little girl is just playing and not being hyperactive. If she jumps on you, gently push her down and firmly say "No". Jumping can be a big problem with boxers. She also will probably continue to have accidents for a while. Did you consider puppy kindergarten for her at all? They could really help you with controlling her before she gets out of hand. Good luck. I have a 13 week and a 6 month old Sheltie puppy now. They have been almost too good.
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2016-02-15 10:58:27 · answer #5 · answered by Norine 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi when your dog has an accident and you do not see them do not punish them as you could get in to the understanding of your dog realising that once i mess you will appear even if its good or bad company i have your attention.
As with jumping and being hyper ... regular exercise can get rid of a lot of energy but it is also vital to challenge them mentally as if they are shut in or away they can get hypo at visitors or your return.
I have found that sticking to the same simple command and if when goes to behave badly just adjust that behaviour by mimicking the sound of a spray. you need to get there attention quick to distract from this behaviour.
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2006-10-26 01:49:11 · answer #6 · answered by dawn h 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I have had a big dog before and used to let him get away with murder. When he was 1.5 I had to give him to a friend of the family because I just couldn't handle him any more.
Big dogs like to be in control. You need to nip it in the bud now while your pup is still learning. If you let it on the furniture it will think its got authority (thats the last thing you want). Let her know that you are its master. Never let her eat from your plate, If you are giving her your left overs MAKE SURE you put it in her bowl. Treat her when she is well behaved and let her know when she is doing some thing wrong.
Some people smack there dogs, if you are one of them DO NOT USE YOUR HAND. Use newspaper, if u dont and use your hand the dog will asociate your hand with being in trouble.
GOOD LUCK ANY WAY AND ENJOY!
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2006-10-26 01:17:03 · answer #8 · answered by camcorderkid 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lmao........mine is 9 and wont go out in the rain I got to make her,she not to bad with her shoes on though! You have to be firm and say no but its another thing to get her to listen its all part of having a Boxer ........good luckx :o)
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