My BC has been taught many manners and is good at sitting either when asked or when he knows he should, but one problem is just when we think its safe after he's sitting to pat him, he will surprise us by suddenly "boinging" - like a spring and "kisses us in the face". He hurts sometimes as he can be rough. He did this once to my niece and her head was thrown back. I've tried all positive things and have now started saying "no jumps", but he just surprised my sister last night by doing this to her. Is this a BC trait, as my other past breeds have never done this, but they weren't a highly active breed like BCs. How can I get him to stop this.
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BC sits then surprises us by boinging up
percysmomma
Feb 29, 2008 03:13 PM
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KDiamondDavis
Mar 01, 2008 07:20 AM
>>My BC has been taught many manners and is good at sitting either when asked or when he knows he should, but one problem is just when we think its safe after he's sitting to pat him, he will surprise us by suddenly "boinging" - like a spring and "kisses us in the face". He hurts sometimes as he can be rough. He did this once to my niece and her head was thrown back. I've tried all positive things and have now started saying "no jumps", but he just surprised my sister last night by doing this to her. Is this a BC trait, as my other past breeds have never done this, but they weren't a highly active breed like BCs. How can I get him to stop this.
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Try keeping a leash attached in these situations until he loses the habit. Also teach a different "kissing" behavior he can do that is acceptable. Between control and an alternative behavior that lets him interact with people safely, add time, and I think you'll do great.
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Kathy Diamond Davis, author, "Therapy Dogs: Training Your Dog to Reach Others," 2nd edition, and the free Canine Behavior Series articles at http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=SRC&S=1&SourceID=47
Chelle
Mar 03, 2008 12:36 PM
Teach a "stay" command once he's sitting. Reward for staying put and make sure he doesn't move until released.
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Chelle and the rest of the crew including, but not limited to Kita and Taiko (the shiba inu wrestle maniacs), Adi (reserved and dignified tabby cat), and all 28 reptiles
