We recently became the owners of her brother (Loki) as well, and when he came they started to play really quite rough. Loki is a stronger dog and usually played rougher. At first I didn't mind thier interaction, but then I realized that Sadie doesn't know when to 'turn it off'. She now plays rough with other dogs, mostly older or smaller dogs. I really don't think her intention is to hurt the other dogs, as when she is done with her rumble her tail is wagging and she acts normal again (Yes, I do scold her while in the act). Like I mentioned earlier she was actually reported to have jumped the fence the other day to "attack" (as the other owner stated) another dog! I keep a close eye, but sis not see this, however I did see Sadie outside of the fence, and jump back over into the yard. This dog is quite a bit older than Sadie and was most likely scared and reacted as so. Sadie used to be so sweet and goofy and timid, rolling onto her back as soon as she was approached.What should I do?
2007-03-22 01:31:49 · 3 answers · asked by Shannon M 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The breed of a dog does not matter. A chihuahua can do just as much damage as a rottweiler. This sounds like border aggression (if sadie actually did try to attack). Its very much like fence fighting. To make a very short explanation, she was unable (until she jumped, obviously) to get to the other dog, so she became anxious, turned into aggression, and finally went for the other dog. You definitely have to get a trainer to help you out with this.
Alot of dogs learn different play styles from each other. You have to establish boundaries for sadie and loki on what is accepatble play and what isn't. Again, a trainer can help you out with this.
It doesn't sound too bad yet, so if you get on this problem, i think you, sadie, and loki will be fine! Good luck.
2007-03-22 02:33:42 · answer #1 · answered by ~Giggles~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, you don't say what breed they are. If they are chihuahuas, it doesn't really matter, but if they are rottweilers you must first of all secure the house so that they can't jump out. Playing between them doesn't sound so bad, mostly because they are opposite sex, but this rough playing in general has to do with dominance, and you can train them to make sure you are alfa among them, but with other dogs they don't have to respect them when you are not around, so the problem will only be solved if you make sure they don't run loose. And neutering may help.
2007-03-22 01:51:04 · answer #2 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a trainer for her and loki(cute names)
2007-03-22 01:37:00 · answer #3 · answered by Rose Wallace Goldaline 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋