what do i do?

Question

Im watching someone elses dog but my dog trys to keep biting it and if i tie her up she'll bark and wake up the neighbors
and its getting annoying that i have to watch them all of the time do you have any ideas? i dont know what types of dogs they are but they are bot the same size.

Answer 1

Keep them seperated. Hopefully you've crate trained your dog so that she can be kenneled while you're not around. You may have to put your friend's dog in a bathroom or bedroom while you're away or can't keep an eye on them. If those aren't options, then you may have to find someone else who can take the dog, because it's obviously not safe to leave it with your dog.

P.S. Never ever chain or tie your dog out by herself, it's possible that someone could come take her, she could choke, or would be defenseless against other animals if she were to be attacked. Plus it's hard for animals to find shelter against the elements when they're tied out.

Answer 2

I don't want to be the bearer of bad news but you have absolutely no control over your dog. It doesn't matter why your dog attempts to bite the new dog. The issue is, your own dog doesn't respect you enough to listen. Establish control now! Grab the leash and LEAD both dogs on a long walk. If your dog reacts or moves toward the other dog, give a quick correction by pulling up or to the side on the leash. Make sure the correction is intense enough so your dog realizes the current beahvior is unacceptable. Be calm and no words are necessary. When you return home, watch them interact. The moment your dog moves toward the other, step toward your dog to body block and give a no command and eye contact. Be consistent and calm all the time....don't show anger or frustration. If the dog doesn't respond to the block or command, put her in a sit followed by another no command. Repeat as necessary. If you're calm and consistent, your dog will quickly learn to respect your wishes and you'll all be better for it.

Answer 3

Although it sounds a little harsh, I think I would go get a muzzle. This way when the one charges the other it won't be able to bite it. They might go at it for a while but then the muzzled dog just might stop or calm down. It will get it out of its system. Not that its the same but that's what I had/have to do with my dog on occassion. My grandkids come over and he's so used to them tormenting him that sometimes he nips at them. I bought a muzzle that is velcro. It fits right to them really nice. It allows them to drink water and lick. That's it. I hated buying it but when he has it on he calms down after a while and I can take it off. I just wish I could find some kind of a muzzle for the kids sometimes. But oh well. At least it works. Good luck.

Answer 4

Your dog might be a little jealous. I can understand, why, too! He probably is used to being the only dog in the house. Try to spend equal time with both dogs. If this continues to happen, then, I would recommend that you put the two dogs in seperate rooms of the house. That way, once both Dogs have calmed down a little bit, then, you may try to introduce them again. Thanks, and GOOD LUCK,

~ Future Vet

Answer 5

My experiences with my dogs have showed me females tend to be more aggressive around their homes...its there territory and if you bring another dog into the house she is going to want the other dog gone...try putting your dog in a kennel...She may still bark but at least she isnt trying to bite the other one...or put her in the bathroom...isolate her in your house when you need to take a break from watching them.

Answer 6

What would you do if some strange person was in your room? Your dog is only reacting normally. They need to be separated - is there a room you could keep your dog in until the other dog goes home?

Answer 7

Keep them seperated. If your dog is a house dog, keep her in the garage. If they both have to be outside, keep one in the garage anyway- whichever one seems less likely to destroy things or keep the neighbors up. Dogs bark at night because they are not meant to be alone! Dogs are social animals and need to be with you.

Answer 8

Before your committed to watching your friends dog, you should have set up a trial run for a day or half day to see how your dog would react.

Answer 9

If you have a kennel stick the biting one in a kennel. I'm guessing your dog is angry the other is there. You probably shouldn't watch this dog again. Are you sure you aren't giving the other dog too much attention? Your dog may be jealous of the attention you are giving it.

Answer 10

spend time with both in the same room, when your dog acts like a jerk correct it