I have my own theory on this but what is yours?
2007-11-23 20:26:00 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Don't keep a dog and bark yourself
Meaning:
Don't pay someone to do a task and then do it yourself.
Origin:
The earliest citation of this proverb is Brian Melbancke's Philotimus: the warre betwixt nature and fortune, 1583:
"It is smal reason you should kepe a dog, and barke your selfe."
Did you need something serviced dear ? ;-)
*woof*
2007-11-23 23:54:14 · answer #1 · answered by Captain Jack ® 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The suggestion of an obedience class is an excellent one. Read here https://tr.im/q7CMV
It will help your dog learn to behave around other dogs, and help keep your training moving forward as you'll want to be prepared for the next class. Also, a good instructor can be a wonderful resource, someone to help you with any questions or concerns about your dog. Leash training can take a LOT of time and patience, depending upon the dog. I'm not sure what you mean by 'horrible on a leash' but my basic suggestion is that you take a lot of yummy treats with you on walks. When your dog behaves well on the leash (not pulling) praise her and give her treats. Change direction a lot so that she learns to pay attention to YOU and where you are going. It's also helpful to teach a "Watch Me" command such that whenever your dog looks at you you praise her and give her a treat. About chewing, yes a Kong is a great chew toy. Some dogs also like Nylabone brand bones. I suggest also teaching a "Leave It" command. You use this when she shows interest in chewing on something she shouldn't. Then immediately give her something she is allowed to chew, such as the Kong stuffed with somethig yummy. This same command will be helpful on walks when she wants to sniff or eat something she shouldn't. Again, when she does leave the item alone, be sure to give lots of praise. I would look into an obedience class right away. I think that you'll find that a good obedience class can help enormously! Good luck and enjoy your new dog.
2016-07-19 23:10:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question, but my dog does plenty of barking, in fact she never stops!!
2007-11-23 20:31:43 · answer #3 · answered by McHaggis Scoticus 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't have a dog but i'm barking.
2007-11-23 20:33:08 · answer #4 · answered by elizadushku 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
uhhh ... ok you are asking why i have a dog and i still bark ... if that's the question than i will tell you i don't bark .... except when i want to get my dog to bark but it usually sounds fake ...
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2007-11-23 20:31:11 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think your barking up the wrong tree with this one mate
2007-11-23 22:14:15 · answer #6 · answered by Deborah C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My chauvinist husband used to say this to me. Guess what, his dog ran away from home. Now he has to bark himself.
2007-11-23 20:44:14 · answer #7 · answered by resignedtolife 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't! My dog barks enough for both of us!!
2007-11-23 20:30:15 · answer #8 · answered by ChocLover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like to bark at them
2007-11-23 20:30:48 · answer #9 · answered by not me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because if you want something done, it's generally best to do it yourself, especially if the 'dog' you keep is male
2007-11-23 20:35:53 · answer #10 · answered by reggie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋