2007-03-23 05:54:14 · 15 answers · asked by Angel in Captivity 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
wow you kinda left that open for all types of problems you might be having. But being the owner of a 138lb rott myself I assume you mean control and freaking others out.
I have a lot of training in dog obedience but my rott is hard headed, and for control I use a collar called a pinch collar. It does not choke your dog like a choke chain but uses small teeth to pinch the dog when he hits the end of the leash. It looks like a very inhumane collar but it is really pet friendly.
Rottweilers are know to always test their limits, to make sure there is no change in the pecking order, so I recomend you always walk it with one if you choose to do so.
As far as freaking people out, that ones simple.......Stay away from other people. If they want to come up to you okay but don't go walking him down the block when there are lots of people around.
2007-03-23 06:07:28 · answer #1 · answered by finchfactory 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When getting a new pet, make sure to set aside time every day to provide mental exercise by maintaining rules, boundaries and limitations. When these needs are met, the affection you give to your dog will be channeled as a reward.
Create a schedule that includes a daily 45-minute power-walk in the morning. This is critical for your dog’s health, both physical and mental.
Enlist your whole family in the process of bringing a new dog home. Discuss what their responsibilities will be before the puppy arrives.
Make sure you find a breed that fits your lifestyle. For example, more active breeds, like hunting and herding dogs, require more physical exercise to stay physically and mentally content.
Always walk out the door ahead of your dog when leaving the house. This will show your dog who is in the leadership role.
On walks, make sure that your dog is not in front of you, pulling you down the street. Instead, keep your dog to your side or behind you. This will also demonstrate to your dog that you are the alpha figure.
2007-03-23 10:29:33 · answer #2 · answered by dawn_in_daytona 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you have heeling problems? Or is your Rottie lunging at other dogs or people?
Obedience school helps for the heeling problems. Also, it depends on what kind of collar you have on him, if you are using a choke it is only effective if used correctly (see a dog trainer with choke chain experience). What I find worked really well for me with any of the large breeds we have is the Halti or the Head Collar system, they work on the premise of a bridle, the body can't go where the head isn't.
If the Rotti is behaving badly, I would talk to a trainer/behaviorist.
If none of that is the problem, Rotti's like most dogs like to go for several walks daily with at least a couple being about an hour long and maybe at an off leash park where he can stretch his legs nicely.
2007-03-23 10:02:21 · answer #3 · answered by Donnertagskind 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 55lb Weimaraner that loves to pull. I've tried the Halti and the Gentle Leader all without success, she tried to pull it off of her face contantly getting her paw caught all the time. Then I tried a pinch collar and that didn't really prevent her from pulling but it did cut a lot of it out, however, it doesn't even phase my sisters dog. Other people have recommended the harness called a Sporn Harness it retails for about $14.00 and it pulls on their chest. My weimaraner does not pull with that on and walks nicely.
I would also recommend The Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan he works with people that have dogs that pull like a freight train. He's on Friday nights at 8 pm Eastern Time on the National Geographic Channel.
Good luck
2007-03-23 06:17:50 · answer #4 · answered by Weimaraner Mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep calm, and relaxed and know that "you're in control", if you act like you're in control the dog will sense that and respond with a good nature. Hold the leash close to your legs, if you give the dog too much slack to run ahead of you it'll only wear you both out faster and he'll have "control over you". Do this repeatedly and you'll get to a point where if you stop, he'll stop... GOOD LUCK!!
2007-03-23 06:03:46 · answer #5 · answered by d.jennifer 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
without much info I assume the pup is pulling you. Hailti or gentle leader is the answer as it controls the head without much pulling from you. Yes they hate it right away but soon will learn to tolarate it. I have several one for each of our babies as I hate chokes and pinch collars.
if the problem is being aggressive then seek professional help.
2007-03-23 06:00:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
You need to watch "Dog Whisperer" with Cesar Milan.......it's on the National Geographic channel! He's amazing and you can implement his idea's to teach your dog how to walk with you. And it's free......we did this with our dog and it works! You just have to see the show!
2007-03-23 06:04:19 · answer #7 · answered by noodle 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Find a pinch collar.it is almost like a choke chain but pinches if he pulls away.
2007-03-23 06:04:15 · answer #8 · answered by Dotr 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
try a trainer school. you could get a gentle leader lease. watch Cesar the dog trainer on TV.
2007-03-23 06:03:02 · answer #9 · answered by elaine p 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rottweilers should be outlawed period. You'll realize this when he kills some kid or yourself.
2007-03-23 06:21:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋