Melinda
2 weeks ago I decided to adopt a 9 month old neutered Pitbull x Whippet from my local animal shelter as he was only 4 hours away from euthanasia. I took one look at Boo and fell inlove with him. He was so sweet and got along with my 2 year old spayed Border Collie mix (also adopted from same shelter) and my 6 year old spayed Dalmatian x Rottie (adopted from same shelter). Anyway, his temperament description sounded great (eg. very loving, sweet and playful puppy..., etc.).
The first few days were tough. He didn't get along with Daisy (BC mix) or Jill (Dal x) and he hid in his crate for the first 2 days STRAIGHT. I have a feeling he may have "snapped".
2 weeks later and after properly introducing him to my pack of dogs, he snarls at them, barks every minute, leaps and dominates them etc. and has even tried to aggressively bite my 13 year old cousin. I took him to my vet and they recommeded an at-home dog trainer who did no good. Boo hated him at first sight and (more to come)...
and growled at the trainer throughout the $70, 1 1/2 hour training session. Half way through the session, Boo snapped and attempted to bite the trainer (he was muzzled). I decided not to allow the trainer to come back. The adoption place had told me that he needed thorough socialization with people as he had been abused, negletced etc. at his old home. I have found this near impossible! I take him for walks and as he looks so much like a Pit, nobody wants to be around him. My family was strongly against me getting a Pitbull mix as my grandfather had been attacked by one over 12 years ago so they won't come over to see him.
It's so difficult with Boo. I don't know what to do. Has ANYBODY got any helpful suggestions? I have considered euthanasia but I'm the one that SAVED him from euthanasia - I don't want to have to put my pretty boy down. Boo is fine with me and is quite happy to sleep at the end of my bed or snuggle on the couch. I feel like I'm neglecting my other dogs for him!
I am willing to spend as much money (within reason) it takes to help Boo. I am up for almost any HUMANE (eg. NO shock collars, NO abuse etc.) ways to train and socialize him.
He KIND OF gets along with my sisters' 5 1/2 year old Labrador but will still snarl at him.
Answer
I hope you have lots of time on your hands and the energy to stay on this dog 24/7 because for awhile that's what you're going to need to do
This dog was not properly introduced to your other dogs or he'd not have hidden in his crate for 2 days and he'd not be acting this way now.So start over.
Hopefully this dog knows how to sit and stay.If not teach him immediately without your girls around.Whenever they're together you'll need to be close-by to play referree.When you catch him so much as thinking about lunging at your other dogs you need to grab him and sit him down until he's calm.You'll know a second before he does it by watching him.He'll stop and stare first then the ears will go back.When you notice him looking at the other dog redirect his attention immediately by saying his name and telling him to sit.Grab hold of his neck if necessary and force him on his side while you hold him.Make him lay there until he calms down.You'll see it happening his breathing will slow.Then you need to call the other dogs in and hopefully they'll smell him.Make him stay in that position while you're holding him.stroke him occasionally and talk to him softly as well as the other dogs.When you let him up if he tries again put him back in the position holding his neck.
When you introduced them your girls should have been sitting and very calm.You should have made him sit until you noticed he was in a calm state before you allowed them to check each other out.He's calm when he's looking around and his breathing is slow rather than focusing on the other dogs.
When someone comes to your home you put the dog in another room before you open the door.Then you explain the dogs problems and that your visitors are not to look directly at him,try to touch him or speak to him.Let him come to them and check them out first.They are to sit in a chair and act naturally.No sudden movements or yelling.Then let the dog out he may snarl but he'll go smell the visitor and seeing no threat walk away.But he'll stay close and watch every movement.The use of a leash is most helpful here.
This dog is a x of 2 breeds that need a whole lot of exercise and mental stimulation.Take him for a good 3 mile off leash romp.If you can't trust him to come when called then you need to attach at least a 25 ft.rope to him and let him roam without going too far.This is also helpful at the dog park when other dogs are present.When you see anyone on walks and you notice him go into stalk mode make him sit and keep his attention focused on you.Get him a prong collar and don't be afraid to give it a good jerk whenever you notice his attentions gone elsewhere.He's not getting hurt by the collar.
3 good walks or off-leash runs a day will calm him down quickly.A tired dog won't try to bite or dominate.Don't foolishly think that whatever exercise he gets in your yard will be enough.
Good luck.I'd invest in a good training manual if I were you.You're going to need to keep this dog active and entertained and not be afraid to dole out the discipline before he has a chance to act on his impulses.He's the only male and a young cocky one at that so it'll be natural for him to try to dominate your females.Don't let him.It's up to you to establish rank.You're the pack leader not him.
It's going to be awhile before you can trust this dog around your other ones so try to keep them seperated when you cannot supervise.And don't worry about his feelings when you seperate them.He needs a little alone time.Put him in a room with a kong stuffed with peanut butter and he'll have a ball all by himself while your other dogs get some much needed attention.
I hope you have lots of time on your hands and the energy to stay on this dog 24/7 because for awhile that's what you're going to need to do
This dog was not properly introduced to your other dogs or he'd not have hidden in his crate for 2 days and he'd not be acting this way now.So start over.
Hopefully this dog knows how to sit and stay.If not teach him immediately without your girls around.Whenever they're together you'll need to be close-by to play referree.When you catch him so much as thinking about lunging at your other dogs you need to grab him and sit him down until he's calm.You'll know a second before he does it by watching him.He'll stop and stare first then the ears will go back.When you notice him looking at the other dog redirect his attention immediately by saying his name and telling him to sit.Grab hold of his neck if necessary and force him on his side while you hold him.Make him lay there until he calms down.You'll see it happening his breathing will slow.Then you need to call the other dogs in and hopefully they'll smell him.Make him stay in that position while you're holding him.stroke him occasionally and talk to him softly as well as the other dogs.When you let him up if he tries again put him back in the position holding his neck.
When you introduced them your girls should have been sitting and very calm.You should have made him sit until you noticed he was in a calm state before you allowed them to check each other out.He's calm when he's looking around and his breathing is slow rather than focusing on the other dogs.
When someone comes to your home you put the dog in another room before you open the door.Then you explain the dogs problems and that your visitors are not to look directly at him,try to touch him or speak to him.Let him come to them and check them out first.They are to sit in a chair and act naturally.No sudden movements or yelling.Then let the dog out he may snarl but he'll go smell the visitor and seeing no threat walk away.But he'll stay close and watch every movement.The use of a leash is most helpful here.
This dog is a x of 2 breeds that need a whole lot of exercise and mental stimulation.Take him for a good 3 mile off leash romp.If you can't trust him to come when called then you need to attach at least a 25 ft.rope to him and let him roam without going too far.This is also helpful at the dog park when other dogs are present.When you see anyone on walks and you notice him go into stalk mode make him sit and keep his attention focused on you.Get him a prong collar and don't be afraid to give it a good jerk whenever you notice his attentions gone elsewhere.He's not getting hurt by the collar.
3 good walks or off-leash runs a day will calm him down quickly.A tired dog won't try to bite or dominate.Don't foolishly think that whatever exercise he gets in your yard will be enough.
Good luck.I'd invest in a good training manual if I were you.You're going to need to keep this dog active and entertained and not be afraid to dole out the discipline before he has a chance to act on his impulses.He's the only male and a young cocky one at that so it'll be natural for him to try to dominate your females.Don't let him.It's up to you to establish rank.You're the pack leader not him.
It's going to be awhile before you can trust this dog around your other ones so try to keep them seperated when you cannot supervise.And don't worry about his feelings when you seperate them.He needs a little alone time.Put him in a room with a kong stuffed with peanut butter and he'll have a ball all by himself while your other dogs get some much needed attention.
Tips on crate training my 2 year old golden to not panic in the dog crate once I close the door.?
jackson
I will be flying with my 2 year old golden in one month (6 hour flight) no other option. I have been crate training in preparation for this. He is not afraid to go into the crate, but when I close the gate after a couple of minutes he begins to appear to start to panic. Drooling excessively, licking on the gate, whining and barking a little and not lying down. I've been doing this for a week (minutes at first and leaving and now up to 30 minutes), but he is the same. I am not suppose to give him a sedative when he flys, but I am concerned he is going to injure himself or have a heart attack. I leave the crate in the room and the door open and he goes in and out (but never stays in long) on his own. So he is not afraid of the crate - just being locked in I guess??? I'm confused - any help would be so appreciated! Thanks.
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Most dogs do this at first when they are learning... For at least a few days, take the door off. Or atleast do not close it. The dog needs to know the crate is his "safe place" and his den. When you are home from work, practice for a very long time... Lure him in with a treat.. as soon as all 4 feet are in the crate and reward, reward, reward. Be super happy and clap your hands, give the dog tons of positive attention. Keep doing this over and over... with the door not shut. During this time, do not give him treats at any other time other then during this training. After a week, start closing the door and leave him in there for just a few mintues at a time. Do the same thing.. treat lure.. when he comes out after the door is opened, reward reward reward... The dog will get it, and realize that this is a happy place.. not a scary place. Aswell mentioned above keep a Kong or other chew toys to keep the dog busy.
I used an item from the health food store called "Rescue Remedy", it is a liquid you can put in thier water and it will calm them down. My neighbor whom rescues dogs uses it all the time when she picks up a new dog. It just calms then down naturally without sedation... Try it a few times before you actually go.
Good luck I am sure with the above technique the dog will Love his crate!!
Most dogs do this at first when they are learning... For at least a few days, take the door off. Or atleast do not close it. The dog needs to know the crate is his "safe place" and his den. When you are home from work, practice for a very long time... Lure him in with a treat.. as soon as all 4 feet are in the crate and reward, reward, reward. Be super happy and clap your hands, give the dog tons of positive attention. Keep doing this over and over... with the door not shut. During this time, do not give him treats at any other time other then during this training. After a week, start closing the door and leave him in there for just a few mintues at a time. Do the same thing.. treat lure.. when he comes out after the door is opened, reward reward reward... The dog will get it, and realize that this is a happy place.. not a scary place. Aswell mentioned above keep a Kong or other chew toys to keep the dog busy.
I used an item from the health food store called "Rescue Remedy", it is a liquid you can put in thier water and it will calm them down. My neighbor whom rescues dogs uses it all the time when she picks up a new dog. It just calms then down naturally without sedation... Try it a few times before you actually go.
Good luck I am sure with the above technique the dog will Love his crate!!
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