I would never try to talk to him in a "sweet" voice when he does this. Say a firm "NO" and take the treat away for a minute. If this continues, I would progress to saying "NO", taking the treat, and then taking the dog and (gently) rotating him onto his back (he will fight you) and holding him on his back for a moment. Being on their backs is a natural form of submission for the dog and forcing them into that position teaches them that you are the alpha and they must submit to you. |