We want to get another dog, but she just gets mad and growls. If the other dog trys to be nice, she just growls. Is there a class or anything I can take her to? She is a jack russel terrier, who is very sweet with everyone else, just not other dogs. Is there anything I could try at home?
2006-12-22 05:32:39 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Bringing a strange dog onto your dog's turf is never a good idea. Have you ever tried to introduce your dog to the potential new dog in a neutral place, like a park? You will be able to see if your dog will accept any dog. She just may not like other dogs and will never learn to accept them. Terriers are great dogs, but they sure can be fiesty.
2006-12-22 05:52:17 · answer #1 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all dogs enjoy the company of other dogs.
You could try taking her to an obedience course, where she would have interaction with other dogs with a professional showing you the proper way to introduce your girl to other dogs. If she seems to tolerate her other classmates, then you might consider again trying to get another dog.
The best choice, I would believe, would be a male dog who is quite submissive. If and when you decide to get this other dog, introduce the two dogs in a neutral place for both of them. Then bring them home together.
When you buy the needed new stuff for the addition to your family, be sure to get a few new things for your old dog!
Good luck!
2006-12-22 05:37:47 · answer #2 · answered by Lori R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Positive reinforcement. Instead of punishing her when she growls, as soon as the other dog is brough near her, tell her she is a good girl and give her a treat. When she growls, give her a stern no, but not too much attention. She needs to associate being with dogs as a positive thing.
Also, take her to dog parks - the other dogs will teach her how to socialize. Don't intervene, let the dogs figure it out.
2006-12-22 05:35:32 · answer #3 · answered by Tara P 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Obedience courses are ok, but unless they teach the owner how to handle the situation, once the dog is home it will go back to it's old routines.
You have to remember with dogs it's all about dominance and submission. Your dog is trying to establish dominance over the other dog. Which usually means that your dog also thinks it has dominance over YOU. You need to correct that issue before you're ready to bring another dog into the family. When you have re-established a leadership position over your own dog you can correct it's behavior around others.
But the best way to socialize your dog with someone else's dog is to walk them together. If dogs walk together they will begin to feel like they are in a pack together and will begin to get along. When they approach each other face to face form opposite distances they will feel like they are 'squaring off' for a conflict. So walk the two dogs together, maybe with you in the middle and then eventually with them next to each other. We have a small dog who is very aggressive with large dogs, when he first met our friend's larger dog he wanted to fight it, but after letting the two walk together a lot they have learned to tolerate each other.
Just remeber to stay in control the whole time.
2006-12-22 05:52:13 · answer #4 · answered by stabbyappleton 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are introducing other dogs to your dog at your house, then your dog is simply being territorial. You must introduce them in a nuetral spot, the park or something, then bring them home after they've already met. Some dogs never get over the territorial behavior. Our dog (husky mix) is loving and sweet to everyone and to other dogs, but he HATES the dogs on either side of our house. Go figure!?
2006-12-22 05:35:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have two shih-poos too! and I have to say, just give them time. Your older dog is probably just a little weary, and confused about having a new sibling. This same thing happened both time we got new dogs, and now they are all best of friends! Do take advise though, and don't force your older dog to be with the pup. Slowly introduce them. Give them both equal attention. But don't worry it seems you are doing everything fine! Thank you for being a wonderful pet owner! Good luck with your new puppy!
2016-05-23 16:04:16 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest socialize her with the new dog outside of the house first. She will do her thing but will become acustomed to the other dog then bring the new dog home. The new dog will take her role as knowing that your terrior is what the call "Alpha dog" or top dog and then once they have their roles established they should be fine.
2006-12-22 05:37:56 · answer #7 · answered by Melissa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try socializing your dog away from home. She may be territorial with your home. There are tons of obedience schools, and your dog won't be the only one in the class, so she'll have to get used to being around other dogs.
2006-12-22 05:35:27 · answer #8 · answered by ktsue 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mabey she is just not ready to meet other dogs.You can buy a new dog and seperate the two dogs for a while by a fence.When she stops growling you can try to take down the fence.(but make sure your mean dog is on a short leash just in case!)
2006-12-22 05:43:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should never introduce two dogs, at home. Your Jack Russell knows that home is his property, and he takes offense to another dog trespassing.
Find a local park/dog park to introduce them. Somewhere that is neutral to both dogs.
2006-12-22 05:36:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋