He was not doing this before, is this a sign of a problem? He snarls up, shows his teeth and was really going to bite me if I tried to take him from under the bed. He only does this at this time, no food aggression or any other wierd behavior. What can I do?? any answers would be appreciated.
2007-03-19 05:12:08 · 10 answers · asked by mike_g26 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
This behavior is uncceptable- no matter the reason.
A companion dog should NEVER threaten its owner.
Try to lure him out using a treat or favorite toy, telling him
to "COME" as you lure him out. Once he is out, Praise him with affection and treat.
Once he is out of the room, shut the door and check under
the bed to see if there is anything under the bed that would
cause him to act this way. If there is, obviously, remove it.
If that solve the problem great. If not, do not allow him under the bed anymore, even if that means he can no longer go in that room. YOU are the owner, the pack leader, the one in charge. YOu determine was is allowed and not, and if he cant obey the rules, then he cant be allowed to the areas he wants to (and becomes aggressive).
Good Luck!
2007-03-19 05:24:24 · answer #1 · answered by yarmiah 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of when you approach a dog you give dog all the power you must make him come to you. to train a dog to come when you call it is very easy when out playing call it and when it come give a small treat do this with a treat until dog responds consistently then start weaning from treats. I have a small rat terrier that is very energetic but if he get aggressive I bite him with my hand until he becomes submissive. if he is already biting the best thing you can do is dominateee the hard way when he snaps don't let it rile you but grab him firmly not enough to hurt and pin him on his back to the floor until he stops showing teeth. Another way to dominat is a staring contest if he feels dominat he will look you straight in the eyes you hold the look until he gives he may bark and growl but he will look away first. Think like a dog not a human when a dog meets another dog what does it do if it is staking his turf he buffs up and stares until the other dog reacts and then here comes the fight. On such small dogs using your fingers to simulate a dogs mouth with teeth works really well. Good luck
2007-03-19 12:29:24 · answer #2 · answered by squekie0874 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is he protecting something under there, like a toy a towel or something he cares for?
is he sick and is trying to hide?
if you find he is healthy and still is biting you may want to get a water bottle and squirt him when he does this.
Not only will he get out from under the bed he will realize everytime he snaps at you he will get a face full of water,
ps use the mist not the stream, you don't want to knock out an eye.
2007-03-19 13:08:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He might have something under there.
I am more apt to believe that he has some fear issues and that hiding under the bed is a safe haven for him.
He feels threatened and is reacting instinctively.
If you want this relationship to work you will need to get control of this so I suggest an electrical collar in addition to professional training with it. They work.
2007-03-19 12:25:04 · answer #4 · answered by Mr realistic...believer in truth 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It probably just wants some alone time. Dogs and cats go to a dark corner or space to take a nap and just leave it alone and everything should be fine.
2007-03-19 12:15:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
he realllly wants to be under there with whatever he's stolen. Find something that he wants more and get him out from under there.
Usually a crazy toy or Peanut Butter.
2007-03-19 12:16:20 · answer #6 · answered by Jimmy K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He just feels threaten.. You corner a dog they will bite. You need to wait until he is ready to come out. He feels safe there and there he wants to be. You go after him he is going to bite. IF he comes out by himself he will be fine.
2007-03-19 12:20:01 · answer #7 · answered by china 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure it is not a female and had puppies. That is what happened to me. Or what is under there he doesn't want you tosee
2007-03-19 12:36:04 · answer #8 · answered by monkie_pooh 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh, i hate that! nip it in the bud now. get him an electronic shock collar. next time he snaps at you turn it up to broil and give him a shock. he'll learn fast
2007-03-19 12:14:34 · answer #9 · answered by Ballz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have you checked out hes not got 'something' nice stashed under there ?
2007-03-19 12:14:38 · answer #10 · answered by pepzi_bandit 2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋