We did lots of homework on our ckcs to ensure we got a great puppy , because the last dog(coccker spaniel) was very mean and aggresive. our new puppy boomer is only 8 weeks old but in the last couple days has already began to growl and nip if he doesn't get his way. well I know some of this is power struggle
and just being a puppy, but we are so scared we will get a mean dog. does anyone have the best way to deal with this so we wont have to worry that our 4 year old will have a mean dog? he seems to have a very loving nature most of the time but so scared we might get a kujo dog again we want to do every thing we can to make him lovable!
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Good Dog?
lsien
Feb 12, 2005 11:55 PM
Replies (3)
Shboom
Feb 13, 2005 12:43 PM
Isien, it might be helpful if you can post a couple of instances of where the aggression is coming from? Example...is it at feeding time or play time..etc? They are usually a well behaved dog, are very intelligent and easy to train with gentle positive reinforcement.
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BOB
If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.
lsien
Feb 13, 2005 04:41 PM
I just picked him up and was holding him and he was wanting down so he growled and nipped at me. he is only 8 weeks old he doesnt scare me yet but it seemes if you dont do what he wants then he pitches a fit and I think he is young enough we can get it under control before it gets out of hand but I do not need another dog with a temper. is this normal for them to growl and nip at you if he doesnt get his way at this age?
KDiamondDavis
Feb 14, 2005 02:22 AM
>>I just picked him up and was holding him and he was wanting down so he growled and nipped at me. he is only 8 weeks old he doesnt scare me yet but it seemes if you dont do what he wants then he pitches a fit and I think he is young enough we can get it under control before it gets out of hand but I do not need another dog with a temper. is this normal for them to growl and nip at you if he doesnt get his way at this age?
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Sometimes the problem is the training methods making the dog feel defensive. The only way to find out if it's a temperament problem or a training problem is to have him evaluated by an expert in person. Your vet can help you find someone in your area qualified to do this.
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Kathy Diamond Davis, author, "Therapy Dogs: Training Your Dog to Reach Others," 2nd edition, and the free Canine Behavior Series at www.veterinaryforum.com
