my dog attacks people on the street if i don't catch her before hand and tell her no? she is a 1 yaer old doberman/black lab she listens very well bwside this problem. if i open the door and she sees someone before i do she will run after them she hasn't hurt anyone seriously yet but i need help before she does do i get rid of her? any sugestions
2006-11-25 07:36:57 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
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2006-11-25 07:40:11 · answer #1 · answered by PreciousRuby 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
What you have is the equivalent of a teenager, that is she won’t mature until about two years of age. Further, she obviously has never been taught the correct rules and is attempting to control here home territory because she doesn’t perceive you as controlling events.
AS others have stated, first, she should never be in an opportunity to take off on her own. That means a leash at the very least. If you are letting her out to do her business it means either a fenced yard or you have to put a leash on her and walk her around the yard until she is finished.
Most importantly, get both of you into an Obedience training class. You have to learn how to train her and she has to learn the basic rules. In addition such a class will socialize her around other people and dogs. The class will also help you and her bond with you being in the dominate position.
If you cannot do these “minimal” things I recommend that you find a new home for the dog.
Watching a televisioni show or a video is better than nothing but going to an actual class with an experienced trainer is best. The trainer will be able to watch you with the dog and address the bad habits you have built up and provide individual instruction. Each dog/person unit is different and requires different training.
2006-11-25 15:55:07 · answer #2 · answered by Randy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hasn't hurt anyone seriously? What about scaring them to death? This dog needs training and so do you. Be a responsible dog owner and get a professional trainer to come to your house. Until then, whenever you open the door, have your dog on a lead and hold him. Why get rid of a dog because you have not been responsible enought to train it? That is completely unfair to the dog and shows that perhaps you shouldn't own a dog if you are not going to own up to the responsibility.
2006-11-25 15:48:48 · answer #3 · answered by Lilah 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you love your dog and don't want to get rid of her, I suggest a canine obedience class. They will teach you how to solve that problem in no time. I wish I could just give you a simple answer, but there is no simple answer. Every dog is different and will respond differently to commands and training. If you find a good trainer, they will find what works better for your dog, and sometimes just being in a class with other people and dogs will be enough to socialize her so she doesn't go chasing after people.
2006-11-25 15:43:14 · answer #4 · answered by pjrogers26 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
To start with - the easiest thing you can do with effect right now is get a muzzle, and get your dog to wear it AT ALL TIMES when outdoors. At least if your dog is muzzled you will have no law suit and your dog won't be destroyed. I think this has become a psycological thing and you really are best to find a professional to help you, because if you try a few things that dont work, your dog will end up really confused - and will still try to take chunks out of people!
Good luck!
2006-11-25 15:44:15 · answer #5 · answered by skinnyblister 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Get a dog leash and tie her before opening the door, if she does that to a little boy you will be in deep trouble..
Keep her and her help from a trainer to correct that,
it usually goes away by itself when dobermans grow older but some of them really have to be tied.
2006-11-25 15:42:01 · answer #6 · answered by bayphoto3001 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Try a LEASH! Take her to some obedience classes and TRAIN her!
I HATE it when strange dogs charge us when we are out walking!!! My dogs are NOT all friendly and if my leashed dogs get in a fight with your loose dog you WILL be going to court!!! I carry pepper spray and I will use it on a dog that does not back down!!! Get control of your dog before you are sued and the dog has to be euthanized!!!
2006-11-25 19:30:34 · answer #7 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
definetely Cesar millan...i had a question about my dog attacking me....but i watched cesar millan and it really changed my life with my dog...
as cesar says...you have to keep in mind 3 things
1-exercise
2-discipline
3-affection (food,water,shelter)
and always think CALM AND ASSERTIVE....it has been my motto...
as long as you act before she reacts...it works very well....
first of all...your dog MUST learn to heel without any exception....even if your dog doesnt really pull...its no biggy for us if the dog walks in front in the back or whatever....but this little heel thing changes the whole attitude in general of the dog...pack leader vs follower...
lets say you do see the person or dog before her, you kind of give a little tap (not slap!!!) as if your hand is the mouth of the mother or a more dominant dog...and at the same time say :chhh!...
calm and assertively.....
my dog used to go crazy when she sees another dog....and i just go shh! again and again calmly...and continue walking her...
just dont panic....
look at the national geographic website and there are videos of cesar millan....you will be amazed of what you can do....and in a so simple way...
i bought the first season dvds of cesar....and i learned sooo much from his videos....
ohh yeah...also....before you open ANY door....make her sit without any exception....and YOU have to be the first to walk out the door...she sorry...has to heal to you.....and since you know that she is likely to see someone outside...get ready to shhh...as you go out....being the owner you know the kind of signs your dog does...but try to pay more attention to them...like the ears, the eyes,etc....
remember:
1-sit
2-open door
3-heel
i broke my arm cause my dog didnt wanted to heel...long story...not only her fault...and now i make her sit ALL the time before i open the door...and i make her sit while i close the door and put my keys in my pocket etc...
also...get a halti if your dog pulls like crazy....
good luck...if i can do it...you can do it too....
calm and assertive =)
2006-11-25 15:54:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Training. She needs to learn to not dart out the front door. No dog should do that, aggressive or nice.
Don't jump to the conclusion that she's the problem. She just needs proper training, which she hasn't had.
2006-11-25 15:44:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
WOW! That's scarey. You must have control of her at ALL times or you will be losing everything you own, not to mention possibly maim someone for life.
For the cold hard facts and possible help see http://www.leerburg.com/articles.htm#dom.
2006-11-25 16:13:58 · answer #10 · answered by doggie_poopie 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋