He's two years old and it has come about whenever my husband has a cold or just clears his throat, like in morning or any other time. He used to go look at my husband like he wanted to know what was wrong with him, now he just wants to shy away or go in another room or outside. It's very evident that the noise bothers him.
2007-03-09 00:07:41 · 16 answers · asked by Joyce B 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
i have a german shepherd too!!!!!!!!! He was also afraid of my dads sneezing and coughing. I told him that it was ok and gave him a few treats. that is what my father told me to do, and guess what? IT WORKED!!!!!
2007-03-16 09:44:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-30 10:33:54 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
German Shepards, along with some other dogs breed for working or herding purposes, seem to have a slightly higher risk of developing noise phobias. You should refrain from rewarding the unwanted behavior, that will only increase the dog's anxiety and reinforce the behavior. At the same time, you shouldn't punish the dog either. You may want to check with the vet, make sure there is no medical reason for the dog's sensitivity to the noise. Also, maintain your calm when dealing with the situation...the dog will sense your vibe. If it is an extreme problem, you may want to consult an animal behaviorist for ideas about desensitizing the dog to the sounds. German Shepards are great dogs and I wish you the best of luck!
2007-03-09 00:34:51 · answer #3 · answered by leanne_1_27 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Strange, because when I got my doberman, (also 2 years old when I got him) he would do the same thing. But I figured it out.
Your dog Thinks he is being issued a command to leave or get out when he hears a loud voice/sound come from his master. (yes, your dog thinks of your husband as his master)
What you need to do is whenever this happens is Stop the dog and let him know that its "Ok" (make your husband do this) Once the dog gets to know that a "cough, or any loud sound from there master is not a command to leave, the dog will get used to it.
From what you have said, I have to tell you this.. You have a REAL GREAT dog! A dog that is easy to train, hes actually looking for training by you. He is seeking commands. Take a few hours everyday and work with him, he will be easy to train.
2007-03-09 00:32:16 · answer #4 · answered by Mike E 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
What kind of a dog is that and where did you get him? How can a shepherd be acting like that? Where is the nerve and the soundess of temperament? Why would anyone want to own a dog like that. A dog like that has the potential to become more of a problem in other areas as well. Do not expect to see any improvement in that area. If the dog is genetically weak nerved you can expect a further deterioration of his nerves. You have a problem you need to address.
Tracy A. If your dog puts his tail between his legs and runs from kids now, at 7 months, it is NOT cute, it is a signal for you to get rid of this dog because that behavior will manifest to include other things as well. He will become a fear biter one day, I promise you. You have a problem on your hands, deal with it before someone gets hurt.
2007-03-09 01:24:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
get some cooked chicken cut it in little strips as a treat everytime your husband sneezes or coughs give him the treat and go in a loving voice good boy giving him another treat soon he will associate the noise with treats then he will see it as a good thing rather than a bad thing hope this works
2007-03-16 05:49:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not the noise that bothers him...it's what's associated with the noise...the dog may have been hit or yelled at when those things occured.
It'll never go away.
My dog was shot by someone once and now everytime I have a stick or anything that looks like a rifle...it runs away.....it never did that before until that happened.
2007-03-09 00:18:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Two years old is the correct age for the second fear stage in dogs. Do not coddle your dog when it shys away. ANY attention would be reinforcing the behavior. Ignoring the fear responses is a good way to deal with it. If the behavior has gotten out of hand or the dog starts biting or getting aggressive out of fear you will need to consult a certified behaviorist. Good luck
2007-03-09 00:12:48 · answer #8 · answered by W. 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Dogs have very sensitive ears they hear things we can't .It hurts their ears. I have a Samoyed when I start to sneeze he will get up and leave the room , then he will come back after I'm done.
2007-03-15 02:43:36 · answer #9 · answered by steve f 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Along with what W. is telling you (to ignore the shying) - when the dog does stay in the room give him praise and a treat. do this everytime he does not leave the room, and then eventually only give him a treat if the sneeze/cough doesnt bother him at all. :)
2007-03-09 00:27:09 · answer #10 · answered by star4danielle 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It is funny what quirks these GSD's have! Mine hates the Kid's winter shovel, puts his tail between his legs, turns and runs. He is 7mos, and 70lbs..what a baby!
The only suggestions is, to get your Hubby on board, everytime he sneezes have him give the dog a treat. This is not something that I think you will be able to 'train' your hubby to do, but it is a start.
Your dog also sees your husband as leader, so any loud noise he makes, he resorts to a cower, as any subordinate male in the house should do!
This will not be easy to break.
2007-03-09 02:20:28 · answer #11 · answered by Tracey A 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋