when I got my dog I could tell that he was neglected...& maybe beaten. He is VERY afraid of loud noises,water/rain if you move to fast he gets scared, when ny of those things happen he gets extremely skittish and runs in fear to hide. When he is around other dogs he is dog aggressive. He has gotten out of our fenced in yard and nipped at people on more than one occasion. IS THERE ANYONE out there that has any low cost ideas to get and keep my dog feeling like the dog that I know he wants to be!?!? I want to hear ANY reasonable thoughts and ideas on this mattter. please dont waste my time if its going to be something sarcastic!
2007-03-16 20:46:53 · 11 answers · asked by emilieshelman 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Your dog sounds like a good candidate for clicker training. Clickers can be found at any pet supply for about $4, and here are many pages of *free* lessons> http://www.clickerlessons.com/
clicker training can really turn a fear biter around. But, it takes dedication to REALLY wanting to solve the problem and give your dog the best life he can have..It is also a very up-beat and fun way to train..
2007-03-16 21:37:48 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ashblonde has some great advice with the lease and treats to help socialize. In the home it helps to rub the dog under his chin, but not too much. In the dog world this is a communication of vulnerability and when done can help your dog feel more bold and less afraid. If your dog is overly aggressive all the time this is not a good idea but I sense that he is just really scared. Petting him this way and respecting his fear while showing him he's in a safe place now will do wonders.
Some dogs never really learn to be around other dogs. You could try introducing friends' dogs in a VERY controlled environment on neutral ground, like a park with lots of treats to go around.
First though you have to be in control of the dog. You need to make sure he CANNOT get out. If he really hurts someone you will be forced to put him down.
2007-03-17 04:11:58 · answer #2 · answered by Nessa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't mention the age, breed,sex, size, how long you've had the dog / even where you acquired him. I would say all those things factor in.
Those things aside, given that your dog has tried to bite people and other dogs ... my immediate advice would be to make sure he restrained at all times that he is outside your home. If he's escaping your fenced yard, obviously that isn't enough to restrain him. A leash / tie out is necessary. Also , if you're goin to have him in an area outside (even on aleash) that he may be able to reach other ppl / animals, then make it a rule of not just having him tied / leashed but muzzled.
You're taking on a big task in trying to "fix" a skittish AND aggressive dog who has been abused. However, you should realize that this will not just be a huge comittment of your time and effort (training , etc) but also puts a huige liability an dresponsibility soley on you.
It sounds liek the best thing you could do is make sure he is not able to threaten / harm any one / thing during the process.
Good luck.
2007-03-17 04:22:51 · answer #3 · answered by restlezangel 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
wow! our dog was the same way when we got him! he had been in a kennel for awhile and the lady we got him from gave him to us for free because he was so bad no one else wanted him and he is a purebread shiba inu! beautiful. he was mean for awhile, but he was just scared. we just gave him lots of attention, bought him some cheap toys, and made sure he knew we loved him, but we were the boss, without getting aggresive towards him. take him for walks on a retractable leash, that way you can let him run, but you still have control over him. our dog has calmed down SO much since we first got him, but he still gets scared of the vaccuum and thunderstorms and brooms, but he is better around new people. we also found that if you keep treats with you while you walk him, if someone comes up to you give them a treat and have them give it to your dog so he knows they are not going to hurt him. it's sad that animals get abused this way and have to be so scared and protective, but just give him the most time you can, and hopefully it will get better!!
2007-03-17 03:53:20 · answer #4 · answered by ashblonde48 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i have a 4 yr old male minpin, and that little bugger is very protective of me and has gone after people, animals...etc....the only thing i can suggest, and probably the best is to go to a reputable trainer. it costs a bit,(in my area, not too much though) but is worth it if you love this dog. dont give up on him, if he was abused, he has issues. a trainer may be the only one to help. or, at least go on the internet and do a search, they have alot of info on rescued dogs, maybe your local human society can help also, or even ask your vet too. theres alot of hope out there.
2007-03-17 03:51:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Be carefull. As much as you love your dog. Don't be one of these people that loves animals so much that you end up protecting yourself in court because he has attacked a neighbor child or another animal. Such dogs are a threat to children and as far as I am concerned,,, children come first,, don't set yourself up for liability. Find a good dog to be in your family...
2007-03-17 04:04:16 · answer #6 · answered by lag_time2 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would recommend that you seek the advice of a Veterinary Behaviorist for your pet. Good Luck.
2007-03-17 10:06:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
give him a lot of attention sow him that it is ok. talk very sweet to him. give him treats. have you ever watched animal cos. they get these kind of dogs all the time. he needs recovery. slowly but surely loving him will cure him.
2007-03-17 05:32:14 · answer #8 · answered by momma emily 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
.22 Cal. only about 2 cents each. That's an inexpensive way to keep from becoming a defendant in a law suit.
2007-03-17 04:00:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
Don't let him near other dogs and other people.
2007-03-17 03:50:10 · answer #10 · answered by littlechrismary 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋