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11-07-2006, 03:52 PM | #1 |
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| BITING when leaving My dog, Biggie, has a huge problem right now. He's 2 and 1/2 years old and whenever someone leaves and says "BYEEEE" he get's very upset and tries to jump up and bite whoever that person is. He hasn't been doing this his whole life it's only a recent occurrence. Like today for example I was at my parents house visiting and when I was getting ready for Biggie and I to leave.. my Mom said "BYE!" and came in to hug me while I was holding Biggie and he snapped at her and tried to bite her. I saw that coming so I ended up getting nipped at which didn't hurt that much. After that I scolded him and told him BAD but he struggled with me and still was in a biting mood. This occurs when I have people over and they say BYE and try to leave.. or even if someone is rustling their keys. Biggie will run over to them and bark and jump up to try and bite them! It's horrible and embarrassing that I have to tell my friends that come over not to say "BYE" or my dog will bite you. How can I change this? I've told him BAD and NO after he does this but he seems so focused on someone leaving that he is consumed by it. SOMEONE HELP BREAK THIS HABIT! Any tips?
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11-07-2006, 04:56 PM | #2 |
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| Ya know its funny that you wrote this because my sweet little Louie just started doing this when my son leaves for school in the morning...he comes in to say bye to me and Louie goes WILD....he has the most horriblely mean bark and growl that I have ever heard! Like he is going to bite him...and I cant calm him down..........I too would appreciate suggestions, and good luck to you hun.
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11-07-2006, 05:55 PM | #3 |
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| Roxie will be 2 years old in January and I have the same problem for about 3 months. Don't know when it got so bad, but now when anyone tries to leave the house-its major drama. Who would have ever thought I would have to try and sneak out the house or hide from a 6lb yorkie. I have tried scolding, being firm and calm, shaking a coin can etc... nothing works. The moment I get my keys, or put on shoes, or grab my sun glasses etc... anything that signals I am leaving she goes crazy, rushes the door, bites your pant leg and barks like she is demented. She does the same to my son every morning when he leaves for school. Any suggestions from anyone out there would be appreciated.
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11-07-2006, 06:31 PM | #4 |
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| Sounds like you've got a little Cesar Millan AKA Dog Whisperer thing going on lol. I have six dogs and although none of them have ever gone mad when someone 'exits' they used to go completely nuts when people entered. I am a huge Cesar Millan fan and have tried his direction with great success. If I were you I would reenact your "Bye!" scene repeatedly and be ready to correct him as soon as you see any of his tell-tale signs of going bonkers. In fact, I would start with him on the end of a leash so you will have complete control over him. As soon as Biggie starts showing any body language like he's going to go after whoever is leaving, give him a little correction which is as simple as touching his side to break his concentration on whoever is saying "Bye!". (You can either reach down and prod him lightly with your finger or you can nudge him with your foot) Continue this, in a calm assertive state, (don't lose your cool ) until he begins to give you his attention when you break his concentration. Keep a good posture, shoulders back, head up and keep your voice calm. Often people tend to yell or speak shrilly when correcting their dogs, usually out of frustration or excitement, but dogs really read into our anxiety and tention and will react even more negatively. I've personally learned that my dogs will not pay me the tinest bit of attention to me no matter how loudly I correct them or not matter how sweetly I try and beg them into good behavior. The only thing that works is a consistant, firm and calm correction. I use the "Shhh" sound that Cesar uses and it works well. When he begins to react, step between Biggie and your "Bye" person and don't allow him to move beyond you so he will learn that when momma steps in, says no and gives you that look, she means business! Continue this until he eventually loses interest, turns tail and walks away. With consitant training you will see results.
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11-07-2006, 07:14 PM | #5 | |
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I agree I am a dog whisperer fan also. it sounds to me like you need to first establish who is the top dog. Here is a link to his website. http://www.dogchannel.com/experts/ce...aspx?WT.srch=1 | |
11-07-2006, 08:10 PM | #6 |
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| Thanks for the suggestions! I love Ceasar too. My boyfriend always jokes that Biggie is MY pack leader and he is I try to be firm and "calm-submissive" with him sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. I need to be more consistant with him, I know! But I spoil him way too much. I will DEFINALTEY try the reenactment with him. I hope it works and I will keep everyone posted.
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11-07-2006, 08:12 PM | #7 | |
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I totally feel you on this! Biggie freaks out when I get my keys. I've been "tricking" him and putting my keys by the garage door and keeping him gated off in the kitchen but when I forget all hell breaks loose. And he seems to KNOW when I leave... I think it's when I unplug my phone from the charger. Good luck to you & Roxie too... I'm going to try HisNameIsHarley's Cesar Milan tips. Let me know if you make any progress as well!
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11-07-2006, 08:41 PM | #8 |
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| Rocco is TOP DOG in my house! lol. He does the same thing,as I'm going out the door he is barking and runs up and nips at my heels. |
11-09-2006, 10:42 AM | #9 |
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| I enjoy watching the dog whisperer as well. More important than specific techniques (which vary in success depending on the dog), he stresses the one thing your dog needs from you most: Leadership. If the humans show calm assertiveness at all times, the dog will feel calm and safe, knowing that you are the leader and will take care of everything. A dog without leadership is nervous and anxious. The dog will fill the leadership vacuum as wolves have for millions over years. Once a dog thinks it's in a leadership position, he/she takes the job seriously to protect the pack at all costs. A nervous barking dog is no happier than its owners. So when the dog is given clear behavior boundries, it does more than make your life easier: it gives the dog the leadership its soul so badly yearns for. Of course, some dogs will accept the submissive role more willingly than other, as certain individuals were born leaders. But every dog can reach a calm and submissive state if it has clearly enforced boundries and strong leadership from the humans. |
11-10-2006, 09:02 AM | #10 | |
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I am going to try HisNameIsHarley's suggestions also and let you know what happens. It is so funny that you hide your keys by the garage door, because I have actually open the garage door, put my keys, shoes, purse in there. Go and sit back down to make it seem like I am not going anywhere. Then I try and sneak out. Its such a shame! HisNameIsHarley!
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11-10-2006, 10:06 AM | #11 | |
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Another thing I do sometimes is give her treats before I leave, which gives her positive feelings that everything will be okay. But everything is earned: before treats, food or water are given out, she must sit calmly. | |
11-10-2006, 10:19 AM | #12 |
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| I can totally sympathize. When my girls leave for school in the mornings, I'm afraid that Cujo is going to rip someone's face off. He gets downright vicious, biting, growling and snapping at everyone. He's fine after the school bus drives off. I really kinda feel sorry for him. He loves the girls so much! He's so sweet except when people are leaving him. I guess we can stand a few seconds of meaness every morning. I just hope no one ever requires stitches! |
11-10-2006, 11:51 AM | #13 |
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| Baby does the same thing! (sigh) If I try to go out the door or put her in her cage she lunges at my ankles, feet, hands, whatever's in her way to try and grab me. Sometimes it hurts! If you find a way to stop this, please LMK too!!!
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11-11-2006, 06:43 AM | #14 |
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| When your furbabies act like this, being loud, pushy, biting, snarling etc they are showing dominance over you. Whether you're coming or going they just won't allow it. Be careful bc I know how 'cute' and 'silly' such a little dogs snaps and barks seem and often times aren't taken seriously. But pretend for a minute that your little yorkie is a bull terrier or a rottie, would you accept the same behavior? Your best bet is to work with them until they come to realize that you're the 'top dog' and you can come and go as you please. And also try and remember, that when a dog acts like this the dog is unhappy. A happy balanced dog is calm, relaxed and respects your boundaries. It's difficult work for a dog to hold the leader position which is why we all should do them a favor and be the pack leader
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11-11-2006, 09:42 AM | #15 | |
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We must pretend our yorkie terriors are bitbull terriors and address their behavior as such. A few common ways we can show our dominance and hold the leadership position: 1) Make the dog earn everything. For example, before he/she eats, he must sit calmly 2) Walk the dog daily, and make sure the dog walks next to you the entire time. The dog should never be allowed to walk ahead of you or to pull you. If the dog keeps pulling, stop and make the dog sit calmly before starting the walk again. 3) Never let the dog jump on you, lay on you, or put its paws on your in any way. When the dog is on you, it is trying to own you. I'm not saying you can't let the dog sit on your lap, but don't let the dog walk up and lay on your feet (which mean "I won you). 4) Always be first to eat and to enter or leave any room. 5) Whenever the dog shows any form of excitement, make the dog sit calmly. Excitement leads to dominance, and should only be allowed in very well behaved dogs. | |
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