 Do I have to put her down?
Well, I've started Molly with a new trainer. I guess actually I'm the one being trained! lol Anyway, first they told me she has to be on leash all the time - no exceptions! She has to be under my control or in her kennel so there is no chance she can attack anyone. (Molly bit a stranger when we were on vacation - see thread under training section.)
Then we have to relearn all her commands so that she obeys instantly all the time. She has to learn to walk on leash (heel). I wasn't worried about that before because we live in the country and I never "walked" her - she was allowed to run in a large yard. But now - no freedom! She is working alone with me and the trainer and then with other dogs and people to add distraction.
She was very good last week - did not react to the other people or dogs which was very good. But she didn't do well with the commands and wouldn't take any training treats. Things she does nicely at home, she wouldn't to there. So - we'll keep workiing! If she bites again, my son and DIL (with whom I liive) will insist she be put down.
She has bitten before - when my daughter had her she bit a neighbor boy who teased her (the only time she's drawn blood.) Then she nipped the pant ankles of a delivery man, a man working on the house, and a friend stopping by. She's done inhibited bites on the family here when they've done something she doesn't like. My DIL really does NOT like her, but I love her dearly and with me she is sooo sweet and loving. I can do anything with her and she doesn't get mad at all.
But I hate it she she acts so aggressive towards a stranger, barking and growling! What do you think? Is she hopeless? Will I have to put her down? (I'm sobbing as I type this.....)
Kathy |