he is 3 1/2 months old and is a English Springer Spaniel. he's trying to hump all the other dogs, isn't he too young for that? why is he doing this? oh, we named him Hunter because he is a bird dog, i love his name and he is so cute!
2006-11-24 09:00:27 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I have a male spring spaniel too, he's 8 now and he started trying to hump everything when he was about 4 months old. Once he gets used to the dog, he should stop. We got our's fixed when he was 2 (after he impregnanted our other springer on accident) and he would still do it if the other dog is in heat. Since he's still a baby just pull him away from the dog and say no, he'll get bored with it pretty soon anyways...
2006-11-24 09:26:49 · answer #1 · answered by sk8ter_poser2002 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not Normal, He should be trying to hump males as well! Which I'm sure he is, Its just a Dominiance thing Even female Dogs do it. I wouldnt let him do it..He needs to be passive.You dont want him to be an aggressive Bully When he grows up... Love The Name Hunter..I had a Foster Golden Named That...Great for a Springer!
2006-11-24 17:21:25 · answer #2 · answered by roxie_29812 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure he is nuetered. That will help.
To Neuter or Not to Neuter?
As an animal behaviorist, I always advise my clients to neuter their pet dogs. Females are spayed and males are castrated. I have three good reasons for this. The first is medical. Dogs who have been sexually altered live longer, healthier lives because they are not able to develop certain cancers having had their sexual organs removed. The second reason is behavioral. Male dogs are calmer, less apt to challenge other dogs and persons, especially children who may be perceived as lower in social position in the group. They are also less likely to roam.
Females are simply more comfortable not having to deal with their heat cycle once or twice a year. The third is reproductive. Unless you are a professional breeder, leave the breeding to the pros who understand genetics, care and placement. With tens of millions off unwanted dogs being euthanized each year for the lack of good homes, there is no reason for casual breeding. If you love your dog, have him or her neutered. It's the right thing to do
2006-11-24 17:05:43 · answer #3 · answered by luvmypupkins 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Hunter is a cool name i have a min pin named Hunter cause they were bred to hunt rats and yes its normal for him to hump everything cause he is being domiant,,, my Hunter humps everything thats in site,,, curtains, trees, stuffed toys ect. I tell him NO everytime he does it,,, get your hunter guy fixed if you dont plan on breeding him or showing him,,, it may help a little,,, I hope this helps and good luck with you little guy Hunter
2006-11-24 17:24:01 · answer #4 · answered by hunter 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yup, that is normal, I have a 4 month old dalmation & he humps my aunts girl golden....& he is fixed!!!!
Normal dog behavior!! Good luck with little hunter!
2006-11-24 17:03:13 · answer #5 · answered by Heather 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
That's a sign of dominance. Time to teach him you're the boss.
http://www.leerburg.com has a lot of information on dominant dogs and how to become your dog's pack leader.
He'll learn, you just have to teach him.
2006-11-24 17:03:18 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hunter cool name for puppy... dogs will do what dogs will do
2006-11-24 17:03:31 · answer #7 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's a dominance thing.
2006-11-24 17:02:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Its normal.
2006-11-24 17:10:21 · answer #9 · answered by JD 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
he wants to look cool i guess
2006-11-24 17:07:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋