I have tried the tap of the mouth, and the flick on his butt. He is only 3.5 lbs so i dont know what to do next to get to him!
2007-02-13 06:41:00 · 14 answers · asked by Datkinson 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
If he is being agressive towards my child, or towards the other dogs he will not listen to me when i tell him no or anything
2007-02-13 10:42:32 · update #1
Never once did i say i was hitting my dog. So dont assume. This is why i asked the question, becuase i do not want to hit him or hurt him. So i want to know what else can be done THANK YOU VERY MUCH
2007-02-13 10:44:01 · update #2
The best way to train your young puppy is to focus on teaching him what you want him TO do, instead of what you want him NOT to do. Don't want him to chew on things? Teach him to chew on things that he's allowed to chew on instead. Don't want him to jump up? Teach him to sit politely to greet you. It's much easier for both you and for the dog, and much better for your relationship with your dog. Think about this: Which way would you rather learn - not being told what to do, but being punished when you do something your teacher doesn't want? Or being told what to do, and rewarded when you get things right?
Go to the book store, pet store, library, or online and get this book: The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller. http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?ID=DTB723
It explains how to train your dog step-by-step in a way that will strengthen your relationship with your dog, rather than teaching your dog to be afraid of you, which is what scolding and punishment will do.
If you're interested in learning about general dog behavior, this is a great book: The Other End of the Leash, by Patricia McConnell http://www.dogwise.com/itemdetails.cfm?ID=DTB745
It helps explain how your dog understands and views things, and how to best relate to your dog.
ps. Don't use a crate for punishment - a crate should be a safe, happy retreat for a dog. This makes it possible to crate your dog when you need to - for travel, boarding, or safety, without your dog thinking he is being punished.
2007-02-13 07:03:59 · answer #1 · answered by Bess2002 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Read Cesar Malon's new book, it tells you everything you need to know about being a good dog owner. You don't scold, yell or hit an animal in anger, you slightly push on their neck like a mother dog would if she were scolding them. They don't understand words they understand sounds and actions. If you come to the dog in a calm-assertive manner, keep your cool and gently like a mother dog would push your hands near the neck it will push the pup slightly but not hurt it, you can "tsk" as it or say no. And repeat until they get the point. Get the book, It will seriously help you understand what to do with your dog. AS ALWAYS if you stay calm, you stay in the leader roll, if you loose it you are seen as unstable to a dog and they will try to take over the roll of pack leader. GET THE BOOK! I live by it and my two huskies and I are so much happier for it!
GOOD LUCK!
2007-02-13 15:04:17 · answer #2 · answered by AmieAnn 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A stern no works or grabbing ( gentlely grabbing) the puppy by the scruff of the neck. Like mother dogs do. Cesar Milan The Dog WHisperer also uses a very effective method, he simulates a bite with his hand and makes a noise. Dogs correct each others behavior by little bites. If you watch his show he shows you how and it is really effective. I started using his method and it has the best results and the dog seem to understand it very well.
2007-02-13 15:10:52 · answer #3 · answered by TritanBear 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
QUIT HITTING HIM!
Never hit a puppy in any way. All you are teaching the puppy is fear.
A stern no, and a tug on a leash are all you need to get a puppy's attention.
After a few times, he'll know the meaning of the word no. It takes time and patience to raise a puppy..he won't know you're scolding him at first.
And again, QUIT HITTING HIM!!!
2007-02-13 14:50:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nevermore seems to be the closest to giving an accurate answser ... Check into the Dog Whisperer ... Cesar is astounding in knowing the psychological make-up of various breeds.
More information is needed to give an accurate answer.
2007-02-13 14:49:39 · answer #5 · answered by neilmood 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It depends on what they're doing. For instance, if they are biting pretend to "bite back" with your hand. If they are destructive, raise your voice a little bit. If they pee/poo in the wrong place for instance, inside your house. Scold them (while they are in the act! If you find it later, scolding them will be useless) and then show them where the right place to go is. Of course, after they go in the right place, reward them.
Just keep in mind that after they've corrected the behaviour you should reward them.
2007-02-13 15:02:16 · answer #6 · answered by starsnmoons0101 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You must remember you have to catch them in the act and discipline them immediately, otherwise, if you wait even 3 or 4 minutes (the quicker the better) they won't realize what you are correcting them for.
2007-02-13 14:52:22 · answer #7 · answered by DGBrandy 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Grab his mussel firmly and tell him no. Hold his mussel for a few seconds and when you say no look into his eyes and then let him go. This works with some dogs and doesn't with others. It works with Boston Terriers.
2007-02-13 14:56:47 · answer #8 · answered by golden rider 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Can't think of even one reason why anyone would want or need to do this.
Why don't you try "getting to him" by learning about how to teach your dog?
http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/spt/
2007-02-13 14:49:51 · answer #9 · answered by Misa M 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
A little more info woudl be helpful. What is it he is doing? or Not doing? When does it happen?
2007-02-13 14:44:27 · answer #10 · answered by yarmiah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋