Dobermans vs. Bad Kids?

Question

It's that time of the year again.Tell me what would you do if there were these bad kids going past your back yard and aggervating the dogs just to see how vicious they will act.? Telling the parents didn't help. When it first started I had a chain link fence and I was in fear one of the dogs would eventually go over the fence after the children. Well, we took that fence down and put up a 6 foot privacey fence. My dogs can't jump over it so the little brats are safe, but they still make noises, hit the fence,throw things over the fence just to tease the dogs and get them rawled up. All in all this is not fair to my dogs. They are no vicious, just being aggervated to the point that they sound like they are. I have three of them so you can imagine the sounds they put out there. The dogs are not kept outside, but they do enjoy being out in their yard most of the day during nice weather. Any suggestions will be appreciated by me and my babies!! Thanks!!

Answer 1

Little bastards. If you knew me, I would be out there with my hands on my hip, and the only things they would be afraid of getting out of the fence is ME
I may be 16, But I have a big mouth, and im extremly head, and internally strong. All the kids here are afraid of me, and thats the way I like it, its for
their own good though, because if not, they would try and play with my dobies when im not around. It has happened before, and Hammer is still a baby
and likes to play rough, and he is pretty territoral. And one day, They went in my fence, Like they were somebody, and was playing on my trampoline with the dog, I didnt think about it at first,
because I thought it was cute., all 3 little snot nosed kiddies playing with my baby on the trampoline was cute! Until one grabbed his ears, which are naturally down, and sensitive, and snapped back but didnt bite.
I went out there, because I know telling their parents wasent going to do, I did the Dog, You better COME whistle, and hammer knew I was pissed. and ran inside with his nub between his legs, and I told those Kids that I dared the to come back, or Im telling their mom and dads,
and get their parents in trouble. That will really scare them, If that was me still to this day, I would have cried, lol.
And also, you may not think it would work, But VIDEO TAPE IT! the next time they come around, tape it, and go up to the fence and show them, say lookie what I have here, leave my Dobermans alone, or you, and your parents are going to be in touble. -Too bad, So sad-

But if your the type of person who is shy, and scared. (YOU BETTER NOT BE!!! LOL THEIR JUST KIDS!! LOL) Tape them, and go out there, and act like you dont know whats going on, and call the dogs inside. Give them the come here if you want to live whitsle,
It usually scares the kids too. Go out there, talk to them, and tell them to just please stop. I dont recommend this becuase, the wont listen... Im serious. I was a kid like that before, I would flash you a heathan little grin, take off, give you a couple days, and do it again, When
you tell kids not to do something, they do it. So, scare them.

Answer 2

When it happens again, rush outside and let the kids know that if it happens again, you will call the police. Do you have a gun (even a BB gun?) carry that as well. DO NOT AIM IT AT THEM, but it will let them know that you are serious.

If it happens again, call the police. Chances are, the police will talk to the parents of the kids and the kids will get in trouble. This may end it.

If it continues, call the police again and continue to do so until they problems is solved.

You can also play their own game. When you see them coming, turn on the sprinklers.

You could also move the fence line further back so that they don't have access to the dogs. It could even be an EX-pen line inside your yard so that the dogs can't get past and so anything that is thrown won't reach the dogs.

I'm so sorry that you have such losers in your area. I hope that the problem is solved quickly and easily.

Answer 3

I have two large dogs that are indoor/outdoor dogs also. We have a very high privacy fence. My dogs are not vicious but children being children will want to torment the dogs. I also confronted back yard neighbor kids and their parents, ofcourse if the parents didnt see it they will believe the kids over a "stranger". So I told the kids if my dogs got out and attacked them I didnt want to hear them crying for help. I then called the police and informed them as well as animal control of what the kids would do, had an officer at my home he heard the kids and confronted them. It hasnt happened since. If you are home when this occurs call the dogs into the house and stop the problem

Answer 4

Here's what we do in the country if someone bothers our dogs. We let the dogs out!

I have 2 highly trained Rottweilers. Two kids up the road thought it would be fun to throw things at them. So while they were standing on my property teasing the dogs I took my rifle and opened the fence gate and told my Rotties to Corral & Hold. No bratty kid can get by a 120 pound Rottweiler, let alone 2 of them. My Rotties circle their charges (Corral) and hold them in position.

Then I gave my dogs the command to Sit & Watch (growling) while I had a nice little talk with those boys. Never had any problems after that.

My Rotties are very well trained however. They will guard, but never protect (attack) unless I give the word.

Answer 5

Odds are, those parents are thinking "she's not talking about MY child.....my child would never do such a thing". Since they can't see it, they are being oblivious to it. If you can, try to set up a video camera and capture the little heathens in action. Then take a copy of that video to the police department, and show them what you have been putting up with. Those kids are technically trespassing on YOUR property, and I'm sure somebody would care. And if the police found the parents of these kids, I'll bet they would take it seriously then.

My initial response would have been to leave the gate in such a way that the dogs can knock it open.....that would teach the little d*i*c*k heads a lesson. But that's also an invitation for a lawsuit, so please don't do that.

Answer 6

I had a similar problem on my exotic farm. The parents were in denial, and the kids were out on any pretty day, with be-be guns! They had killed two of my rheas (small ostriches) so I knew I had to do something. One day I approached them, and they quickly hid the guns behind them, and looked really nervous. I smiled and asked if they would like to meet my horses. I took them over and introduced them, and gave them treats to hand the horses, and taught them how to feed them safely. Then I took them around to meet all of the critters, telling them all about them, where they were from and such. I showed them which they could feed over the fence, and what things were good for them..The next day the 3 kids were back with more kids. Soon, all the neighborhood kids were involved in visiting the animals, and I knew that peer pressure would keep the naughtiest ones in line..
I asked the kids if they would like horsemanship lessons, and began from the bottom up..teaching hoof care and grooming first..and after about a month, graduating to riding. The kids LOVED it, and soon were enthusiastic any time we met in town or on the road, etc...and my problem was gone..

I know you don't have a zoo to entertain the kids, but it would be worth a try to catch the kids next to the fence, and ask them if they would meet you at the gate, and come in one at a time to meet your dogs..(have treats on hand) Once the dogs become 'human' to them, you may see a big change in attitudes that will pass from child to child.

Answer 7

Well, I would love it if you could let the dogs loose so the kids can suffer the consequences of their actions, but that would get you into lots of trouble if the dogs actually hurt them.

Though your dogs should be able to stay outside, ultimately their safety is your responsibility. I wouldn't leave them outside unsupervised. When the kids go by, give them a good verbal lashing.

Or, you could get something called the Scarecrow. It hooks up to a hose (I think) and motion sets off a big stream of water. That might keep the kids away! Of course, the dogs could wet too.

I hate brats!!!!!!

Answer 8

Tape the kids doing it, then go with the tape to the parents home (after copying the tape of course), and tell them that if the kids do it one more time, you'll take the tape to the police and have animal cruelty charges brought against them. You're not asking them to teach their children morals, since obviously they're can't be bothered with that, you're not asking them anything at all, you're just telling them what is going to happen. And follow thru if it happens again. Most of these people can't be bothered teaching their kids because its an inconvenience, so the concept of having to take their kids to court will be more of an inconvenience, so maybe they'll actually discipline their kids to get out of having to go to court, or pay a fine.

I love my kids, but gotta tell you, when I first saw the question I was picking dobies over kids, and after reading it, still am.

Answer 9

In these days of wonderful technology I would try to capture the little brats on video and then present that to their parents.I would also suggest to the parents how I was making all attempts at keeping their brats safe from my animals.So it is now their part to keep my animals safe from their kids.I would point out if they are doing this to my yard who Else's yard and animals could they be harassing.Then i would inform them if the situation persists you will have no choice but to involve the authorities.One thing is for sure if these kids keep antagonizing animals they will eventually pay a painful price.

Answer 10

Well my first thoughts are UGGHH! What a bunch a little brats! I would be so angry! My dogs are my babies. One of which is a German Shepherd....a very sweet and loving dog, but sounds vicious at times when barking at passer- byers, so I know how you feel with that. It is in the dogs nature to protect their teratory.

One thing that helps is giving them daily walks. Get them out of that back yard regulary...let them explore..smell different smells and do their business from time to time while getting exercise. This often helps with aggresivness and anxiety. I am no expert...but I thought this little 2cents of mine might help a little.

Also, maybe a Beware of Dog sign? Cheesy, I know, but you can't say you didn't warn them!

I would also talk to their parents again...a little persistants never hurt anyone.

Maybe you can contact the local police and get a restraining order? I know that sounds harsh...but maybe something in writing would really scare the parents into taking you seriously.

I don't have kids, myself..but this past year I have had to move into a very close quaters type community (military, over seas). The playground and bball court is RIGHT in front of my front door. I have made a point to wande outside, sometimes with my dogs and just strike up converstations with the older kids. Most are older boys and like to play basketball. One day I brought my own ball outside and started playing a game with them (it helps that I play on a womens team, myself) I related to them and allowed them to slowly, one at a time pet my dogs. They see me as the cool lady that played bball with them one day. I say hi to them here and there in passing. They seem to be very respectful of me and my dogs. So maybe try the nice approach first?

Hey, good luck to ya...and I feel for ya...if I ever saw anyone disrespect my dogs I would FUME and want to just jump out of my skin. Hope some of this helped a little.