how can i make my dog submit?

Question

my dog submits in my home and out with a muzzel on but with out a muzzle on if she sees another dog she wont submit she keeps her bum in the air and passers by look at me funny and tell me not to because its cuel im confused as what to do ive never hit my dog but people tell me i should as this will show my athouity but i really dont want to show it this way but im not sure how to do it another way with out some one telling me it wrong

my dog is aggressive towards other dogs and does not seem to beleive that she isnt top dog and i cant get her to understand that i am and i believe that this is why she wont submit to me in front of other dogs

Answer 1

If you mean by making it submit, you put it on it's side like Cesar Milan does then that is not a bad thing, you have to use a claw like grip (not too hard) just behind the neck, it's what a more dominant dog would do, another option is to try a rattle bottle, but you have to watch her very closely, and as soon as she shows signs of lunging you shake the bottle (small plastic water bottle with pebbles or coins in) and shout NO!!!! and mean it, don't ask her, tell her, having a dog aggressive dog is not funny, believe me I know, yours is a spaniel, mine was a German Shepherd, but I did cure him with the bottle of pebbles, it took a couple of weeks of doing it every time we went out, but well worth the effort and I had a much happier dog, I was even able to run him loose safely after that.
I wish you lots of luck.

Answer 2

I'm not exactly sure what you're trying to get your dog to do, but here's an idea. If your issue is your dog trying to pull away from you when they see other dogs, consider how you're handling the dog when you're out. When you walk your dog, she should be beside or behind you, never in front of you. You gain a great deal of control through the walk. For training purposes, when walking your dog, stop at intersections and make your dog sit. Also, if you are having issues with your dog pulling, try getting a pincher collar. They look evil, but don't worry, they merely simulate a small dog bite to bring your dog back to reality if they start pulling. Any unwanted action from your dog while on the leash can be corrected with a very slight tug on the leash which will simulate the bite. At times, dogs will still pull using a pincher collar. In that case, I would suggest consulting a professional on how best to remedy the situation. There is also a great book called "The Dog Whisperer: A Compassionate, Nonviolent Approach to Dog Training" I have used many tactics from that book, as well as my own personal experiance. I have a 1 year old beagle, and she is still very much in training, but is very well behaived for her age. Above all else, be consistant with your dog!!!:) Good luck!

Answer 3

Why do so many people like you have an obsession with getting your dogs to submit? Why? Why should they? Do you expect your children, your partner or your friends to submit?

If you have read any of my answers you will know that I have had many dogs over many years. All my dogs have been well-loved companions and I have been complimented (and still am) on how obedient they are.

I have achieved this by training my dogs using patience and kindness and have never resorted to physical punishment.

Dogs can be trained easily - but some more easily than others - if they have the motivation to do what you want them to do and if they actually understand what you want.

Some people are so inconsistent and confusing that their dogs just don't know what is expected and some people don't bother to find out what actually motivates each dog to want to do whatever is being asked.

I had to teach one of my rescue dog how to play. When she learned that play was fun I could use play as a motivator and a reward. I have a dog who has a good healthy appetite but isn't really motivated by food but he'll do anything for a tennis ball.

To be a good dog trainer and EARN the dog's respect you need to be a good teacher and leader. Dogs in packs are not constantly fighting each other . My dogs have a strict hierarchy but they have never fought. I knew which one was going to emerge as leader because she is brighter and bolder with oodles of confidence despite the fact that she isn't the biggest or oldest.

If you are having trouble dealing with your dog why don't you contact a good training school and get some practical advice.

Answer 4

Why would you want to make your dog submit? What are you doing that other people regard it as cruel?

I have to say I do wonder about what is going on here - I think some basic training would help hugely.

I have a dog (used to ahve two) and I have NEVER made either submit to me either in public or private. I ahve a reasonably well behaved dog which gets me compliments from other dog owners and which likes to do things with me like heelwork, sits and stays etc thus adding to the bond between us.

I am not sure what the object is but I think some training would help you both.

Good luck

Answer 5

Making a dog submit in front of another dog is not the best idea in the world. Many simply wont do it. It kinda makes him look like a milksop to the other dog (get the image of that preteen guy Not in front of the fellows mom!). Then there is the problem of what if the other dog decides he can whoop as* on that milksop? Just go for him acting like a civlized dog and not full submision.....

Answer 6

Never hit your dog. A scared dog does not mean a submissive dog.

It seems as if she needs some help on training with distractions.

Go to an obedience class or just work with her a lot. Get a book on training or get some professional help.

Answer 7

Submit?! What exactly do you want your dog to do? Either read some good books about dogs, or take it to a dog trainer. NEVER hit an animal. That's wrong and unnecessary, and the poor thing won't understand why. It will make it fear you

Answer 8

Never , Never hit a dog!

The hand is supposed to show love. Don't confuse the poor dog.
I don't know how old your dog is. If it is a puppy you need to work with it slowly.
Use a stern voice and keep telling it what you want it to do. Repetition that is the thing!!!!

Answer 9

In any given situation, focus on what you do want your dog to do instead of on whatever he’s doing wrong. Learn how to train your dog https://tr.im/am6Cw

For example, suppose that on many evenings, your young dog gets busy looking for trouble just as you’re digesting your dinner. He grabs a boot from the mat by the front door and gallops through the house with it. You yell at him and take it away. He grabs its mate. You yell and take it away. He heads for the kitchen and starts checking out the counters in case something tasty’s been left behind. You chase him away. And on and on, until you’ve lost your temper and torn out clumps of hair you can ill afford to lose.

Answer 10

Hitting a dog is never the answer. Buy a book on dog training.