My liitle dog and mutt fight over me for example my big dog will come to me and the little one will run in my lap and swat at her which then she gets mad and stands on me and growls at him but i show them both attention what should i do?
2007-03-07 03:16:10 · 6 answers · asked by Music is my love 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Oh this happens all the time,it happens with children too. I suppose you get to know your dogs real well, and try to be fair when handing out the affection and attention, but even that tends not to always work. With me they all feel special, but they do get jealous and you just have to be careful not to give them any extra reasons to feel that way.
2007-03-07 03:22:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Showing of dominance! And being a Lead Dog.
This is where you need to show that you are the Lead Dog and or person. Have you ever watch "The Dog Whisperer"?
Check out the website!!
2007-03-07 11:30:52 · answer #2 · answered by Old Dawg 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ummm let it happen the little dog has the big dog buffaloed. Your best bet is to take time out for you pets in two seperate situation walk one at a time brush them one at a time bath them one at a time show them both that you love them and they will get equal time in you.
2007-03-07 11:23:08 · answer #3 · answered by Amanda D 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I hope this link works, it explains about pack hierarchy and why conflicts occur.
http://www.boxer-rescue-la.com/training_tips/Two_or_More_Dogs.htm
if it does not work do an internet search under "dog pack hierarchy two or more dogs" and you will find articles that will explain what is happening and how to correct
2007-03-07 11:40:31 · answer #4 · answered by OntarioGreys 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont let either dog up on your lap..!
Its just jealousy and rivalry to be the "ALPHAs" favourite. Keep them both on the ground..!
2007-03-07 11:26:50 · answer #5 · answered by Merovingian 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it's total love for you - the little one feels like the bigger one and threatened by size (Napoleon complex) - try not to let either stay on your lap or give them special time alone - it's harder than kids!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-03-07 11:24:07 · answer #6 · answered by mscarlybobarlysmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋