ok So about 8 months ago we got this dog named mikey. He isnt a puppy he is like 2 yrs old but he has a very bad attitude! He is a terrier mix and he bites. usually its just a warning he never actually bites but a couple of times at night he got spooked by me moving him and he bit me and it broke the skin. I no I should send him back to the pound but he is like a member of our family and even tho he is mean he has his moments whre he is sweet and its those moments that make me keep him. HELP!! wut should I do?
2007-02-17 06:08:38 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
That is hard. Ihope he is neutered to start or nothing may help you.
Does he growl first? As soon as he growls or grunts tell him no or he's okay if you think he does it cause he is spooked.
If he actually puts his teeth on you immediately roll him on his back hold him down look in his eyes and tell him NO.
2007-02-20 23:59:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your dog has decided he's the leader of the family.
You need to address this with a behaviorist asap, before it gets worse. Don't bring him back to the pound, this can be turned around.
While you are looking for a behaviorist start implementing a program called NILIF. Nothing In Life Is Free. This means before he gets anything, he must do something for you first. Before he gets fed, make him sit before putting his bowl down, before going outside make sit or lie down, if he wants to be petted or played with again make him sit or lie down first.
No more being allowed on furniture for him either. Top dogs get the best spots and he's clearly telling you by biting you when you try to move him that he's the top dog and he's going to stay there. So no more couch or bed for him.
I can't offer anymore without actually being there to see the full behavior, doing so could cause a problem and I don't want that. So be sure to get in touch with a behaviorist in your area so they can help you with this as well.
2007-02-17 14:30:12 · answer #2 · answered by Bindi *dogtrainingbyjess.com* 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Terriers are known for being snappy..however treated right they shouldn't snap..as a previous answerer to your question ..they can be cured of snapping just by a firm no when ever he growls or goes to snap.." you've heard the saying .(let sleeping dogs lay)" this comes from the fact that if a dog is disturbed during their sleep they think they are being attacked and will defend themselves..they don't think that you are a friend ..but if you can convince your dog that it will not be harmed by you,then it won't snap or growl..cuddle and make a fuss at every opportunity..play games indoors etc always stroke it when it comes near you as it wants reassuring that you love it..all the time..not just when you feel like it..please as the other person says don't send him ,back to the pound as that is a sure death sentence as he will always think people don't love him and he will always snap...give him time....you will be well rewarded..
2007-02-17 14:29:10 · answer #3 · answered by silver44fox 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont let him sleep in the bed anymore. We had the same problem with our puppy. He would wake in the night and want to play and bite our faces. He whined for the first few nights, now he is just fine. We actually let him roam free in the bedroom while we sleep and he loves it. Hope that helps a little
Make sure to correct him when he does it...and praise him when he is being affectionate and does something good.
2007-02-17 14:25:55 · answer #4 · answered by ...J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should contact a local dog trainer and them to come in and evaluate the dog see what they have to say he or she may just think they are Top Dog at your house and be takeing advantage. I would also contat my vet to see what they reccomend. In the long run bringing he or she back to a shelter is not the right option the dog will either be put down or in non kill faculitys be kept in a cage for the rest of there life and for a fearfull dog this is a fate worse than death.
2007-02-17 14:16:38 · answer #5 · answered by Lilly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
obviously this dog has been traumatized. You need to let the dog know this behavoir is not acceptable. mabey crate the dog at night, and let it out only on your terms. Crating the dog isn't mean, and it'll actually give the dog some sense of sanctitiy. nothing will happen to it in the crate unless the dog does it its self, and letting it out will be like a reward. the dog would be to happy to bite you, and eventually won't have the desire.
2007-02-17 14:21:50 · answer #6 · answered by qn.harpy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, my dog named Angel is the same.What I do is put her in the cage or crate.Leave him/her for about 2-3 hours a day to calm her additude.And don't put her toys in their to he/she will get the point that still can be bad.For being good give him/her the smallest treat you can find.Good luck on your new dog named Mikey.
2007-02-17 14:58:58 · answer #7 · answered by angelsloveslight 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please dont send him back.the pound is not what you might think.Many animals are neglected or even mistreated there.Your dog may have been around children who were a little to rough or unsupervised. try to be a little slower around him and try "gentling" him. Simply hold him but do it firmly so he knows you are in charge but also lovinly so he is not afraid.do this for maybe a few seconds until he is submissive and then reward him.do not return him as he will probably be put down.he just needs to know you better,give it time.good luck.
2007-02-17 14:20:57 · answer #8 · answered by arby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all if hes biting and breaking the skin. check if hes had his proper shots to protect yourself and anyone else he might bite. Thats up to you if you want to keep him but be sure he is not out and about where he might bite anyone. bettyk
2007-02-17 14:17:47 · answer #9 · answered by elisayn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try anything just dont hit him if he bites you that is what breaks a relationship with a dog and its owner!
2007-02-17 14:13:27 · answer #10 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋