He is an 8-1/2 year old short-haired male.
This has been a recurring problem. It can even happen when
there are no cars waiting for the red light to change.
Should we force him to cross and get over his fears?
2007-02-05 14:19:14 · 11 answers · asked by bostontransplant 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
He has obviously had a near brush with a car way back in the past and is now very wary of them and the noise they make.
The best you can hope for is that he will feel reassured when crossing the street with you beside him. Keep him on a tight leash and maintain a steady, brisk pace while crossing. Show him some affection once you are safely over the other side too.
2007-02-05 14:25:28 · answer #1 · answered by Bart S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably not much of an answer, but having a dog that doesn't want to go into the road is probably a good problem to have. He won't go even when you're with him? I would think that you'd be able to train him to walk with you. You might have to "force" him at first, but if he does it and is safe, he should get better. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
2007-02-05 22:23:05 · answer #2 · answered by someone's mom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe because it has had bad experiences with cars or it's going through a stage I know my dog used to not want to cross through the living room because he had gotten into trouble by urinating on the couch. He want around the living through the hall for 2 years
2007-02-05 22:23:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I could be that he has had a previous incident with traffic. He may just be scared of cars. I would try practicing crossing the street when there is no traffic. He may just like the sidewalk. But you can get him over it.
2007-02-05 22:23:00 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try carrying him over a few times, then try walking him over.
2007-02-05 22:22:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
contact the Dog Whisperer Now!!!
2007-02-05 22:40:49 · answer #6 · answered by Ratt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Throw a piece of steak across the other side of the street. Gets me everytime. Woof !!
2007-02-05 22:22:06 · answer #7 · answered by danielschmidt94521 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
no you shouldnt force him but you should maybe coax him out to let him know there is nothing to be afraid of..try some bologna
2007-02-05 22:23:28 · answer #8 · answered by dewbe_love 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you might try treats for one step at a time.
2007-02-05 22:23:43 · answer #9 · answered by Skyhoss 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pick him up. look at it from his view. huge scary cars.
2007-02-05 22:21:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋