My family has a maltese-poodle mix dog who is such a smart and for the most part well-mannered dog. However, he's can get very emotionally stressed and agressive while were in the car with him. He barks, whines, scratchs, bites and runs all over the place when the car comes to a stop and when he knows a person is about to get out of the car. This is the only BIG problem we have with our dog, and it happens to be the only time he will get really agressive and attack you when you try to get out of the car. Any suggestions??
2007-03-24 19:51:31 · 13 answers · asked by Kel 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
- Ask your vet about travel pills. Of course, this would generally only be useful for longer rides, as it wouldn’t be practical or healthy to drug him each and every time you took a short ride.
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- Get a crate and keep your dog confined while in the car. It is safer for the dog and the driver if he isn’t able to jump all over. He may not like it at first, but he will learn to think of it as his safe place in the car.
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- Completely desensitize your dog to the car. Take him on rides everywhere until he realizes that it’s nothing to be worried about. You don’t even need to actually go anywhere; just ride around. This will take time, but has worked for me in the past.
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-Enroll in obedience classes. Have someone teach you real working techniques to make your dog respond to commands even while under stress, and get tips on how to settle him down from a pro.
And pvtstash2000, it isn’t just wannabe cool 20-something’s who take their dogs in the car. Construction workers, CEOs, soccer moms, college students…all kinds of people from all walks of life do it, and they've been doing it long before Paris and Nicole were even born. Some dogs love to go on errands with their people, and the people appreciate the company. I'm not sure why you would think of that as a bad thing. Also, many people take their dogs places like camping, with them to visit relatives, etc. Heck, even if you do ONLY take your dog to the vet, is it ok if they’re extremely distressed and creating a hazardous situation on the way? Not ever taking your dog in the car isn’t solving the problem, it’s just avoiding it.
2007-03-24 20:34:17 · answer #1 · answered by Mandy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's very dangerous for a dog to behave that way in a car, it could cause you to get in an accident.
Buy a crate for the dog to stay in when traveling in the car. Make sure you get one that is the right size, not too large or too small; the dog should have enough room to turn around in the crate and lie comfortably. The dog may not like traveling in the crate-- some training at home can help with this-- but at least he won't be causing you to have a serious accident.
Good luck!
2007-03-24 19:57:24 · answer #2 · answered by Scarlett_156 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get him a car harness restraint or into a crate that can be strapped into the car, it is dangerous to have a dog loose in the car, in an accident (just because you drive carefully other people don't), besides him being throw from the vehicle he becomes an airborne missile and can hurt you! He may be small but travelling at 40mph they are a projectile. Pets should never be loose in a car. Because he's aggressive then i'd suggest the crate, ignore any bad behaviour, don't yell or smack or anything and reward the good with praise and the occasional treat.
This should help alleviate the other problems.
2007-03-24 20:25:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
He's scared, possibly of being enclosed or possibly of the engine noise or the motion, and you should get him used to the car gradually. Never force him in, lure him in with treats. Then, when he's voluntarily got in, try shutting the door <
2007-03-24 20:09:07 · answer #4 · answered by PuppyPrince 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you keeping the dog in some type of carrier?? It really shouldn't be loose so he runs all over the car, I really think a car carrier would give the dog a feeling of safety.
2007-03-24 20:00:27 · answer #5 · answered by mother of Bridezilla 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like he hates to be left alone in the car. you should try some behavioral techniques used to treat separation anxiety. leave him in a crate on the floor with some toys so he has something to do when you're gone. then gradually increase the time that you leave him. leave him for like one minute at first, then when you come back, give him a treat and praise him. then leave him for a few more minutes, then come back and praise him. leave him for longer and longer periods of time, making sure to praise him when you come back. hopefully you will see that his anxiety levels will decrease and he will be ok with you leaving him because he will know that you will be back for him.
2007-03-24 19:56:57 · answer #6 · answered by mighty_power7 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's dangerous to let any animal loose in your car. Crate him !!! Since you have a small dog, you can get a "PET TAXI" for him to ride in comfortably. It's for his own safety, as well as yours. (What would happen if he got under you brake pedal & you had to brake suddenly??)
Keep yourself and your precious pet safe!
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2007-03-24 19:58:05 · answer #7 · answered by Maewest 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Crate the pet, sometimes they feel more secure. Also, see if the vet will give you a mind tranquilizer. Just 1/4 of one should help settle him while traveling.
2007-03-24 19:56:51 · answer #8 · answered by Incognito 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Keep the dog at home... don't be like Paris or Nichole. They are not "Hawt". Only time you need to take your pet for a ride is when you're going to the Vet.
2007-03-24 20:08:00 · answer #9 · answered by pvtstash2000 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi ,
Well i found this really helpful guide ,its a really professional training called sit stay fetch , to teach you how to train your dog by yourself , http://dogobediencetraining.co.nr , its a easy step by step book and videos
Hope this helps you with your dog
2007-03-25 07:13:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋