Well, my aunt has a chihuahua that isn't very old.. About two years I guess. I do not agree with how they handle their animals, because as a pup they didn't bother to train him or put any work into him and ever since have let him dominate the household. The first dog they got is now reduced to being only in a little section of the hallway, split by a board because the chihuahua simply didn't like him.
In the past week many problems have occured:
- he growled and went to nip at my aunt for reaching for her winter coat which was next to him
- bit my cousin's nose (which was weird because thats the person the dog likes most)
- bit my uncle twice
I hate to see people do this to animals. To just not train them and expect them to behave, and just as soon get rid of them when they don't. I was just wondering, is it really too late for the dog? Is there a way he could still be trained?
2007-03-15 11:40:54 · 9 answers · asked by . 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Your aunt created this little monster (and I'm glad you realize that it is her fault not the dog's fault).
Yes, he can be retrained. Cesar Milan (the Dog Whisperer) deals with dogs like this all the time. The problem is it's not only the dog who needs retrained, it's your aunt. If she is unwilling to change how she deals with him, he won't change. He needs to be shown he is not boss and unfortunately he will fight this and bite during the process. It's how he learned to control the family. Your best bet is to find a profession like Cesar who deals with aggressive dogs who can help your family. But like I said your aunt needs to change, without her seeing that this is a problem and changing, the dog will feed off her energy.
Good luck to you. BTW I have 5 of the little buggers (chihuahuas) and none of them act this way because we don't let them. I and every other human in my house are boss of the dogs. They feel more secure knowing that we are and are easier to handle.
2007-03-15 12:45:36 · answer #1 · answered by SabrinaD 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The chi thinks he has the upper hand and he is obviously correct. He needs his muzzle grabbed shut immediately after biting along with being flipped to his back and a strong 'NO!" command all at the same time. This is exactly what wild dogs do to gain dominance over the pack. It works! It isn't too late. Don't let is slide even once. Consistency is of utmost importance.
2007-03-15 11:52:42 · answer #2 · answered by Im Listening 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is a bigger problem than what i can handle like this online in writing, without knowing the owners or the dogs!. this problem has only started, if i understand correctly, recently? or did it start when the chihuahas arrived? anywho, the dog in the hallway (i believe it's him biting people?) is being treated badly and that simply isn't fair (especially because he was the first to join the family/pack!!)
you need professional help to solve this, there are a lot of great dog trainers out there.....obviously, they should be called "people trainers" >:-/
2007-03-15 11:49:10 · answer #3 · answered by Monica 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
those dogs are territorial and protecetive of things
Yes, he can be retrained. Cesar Milan (the Dog Whisperer) deals with dogs like this all the time. The problem is it's not only the dog who needs retrained, it's your aunt. If she is unwilling to change how she deals with him, he won't change. He needs to be shown he is not boss and unfortunately he will fight this and bite during the process. It's how he learned to control the family. Your best bet is to find a profession like Cesar who deals with aggressive dogs who can help your family. But like I said your aunt needs to change, without her seeing that this is a problem and changing, the dog will feed off her energy. i have 1 she is happy a joyful
2007-03-15 11:44:14 · answer #4 · answered by alex 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I strongly recommend you consult a professional animal behaviourist. If you are not sure where to locate one, ask your Veterinary Surgeon.
You will get lots of friendly advice on here, but when an animal is biting through aggression or territory you need to get to work on a reversing his ways right away.
I wish you all the best
2007-03-15 11:48:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
absolutely could still be trained.
I've seen the dog whisperer with "red zone" small dogs.
it takes consistency and patience from ALL involved. The dog needs to literally be "put in his place" as the lowest man on the totem pole so to speak.
2007-03-15 11:45:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call the Humane Society on them.
2007-03-15 12:28:06 · answer #7 · answered by Di 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well thats your aunts fault for not socalizing him at a young age! Better start working with a trainer.....
2007-03-15 11:45:30 · answer #8 · answered by B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes he can be trained I have helped many like him. I pity that dog
2007-03-15 11:44:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋