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Originally Posted by kerrylatrece  I bought a 2yr. old female from a breeder. She was moving into town and getting out of the business. The dog has had one litter previously. This dog is VERY submissive. My main problem is that she is a stress piddler. If she is scared or surprised she piddles. Otherwise she is well housebroken.
Any tips for breaking this behavior?
Once a dog has submissive behavior can it be changed?
I have not bonded well with this dog. She is pretty and sweet but she just does not have the personality I like in a dog. Once I have bred her and weaned my pups I will probably sell her. |
Have you taken her to a vet to see if this is a physical problem? I know that you asked for advice and I am truly trying to come up with the right words, but honestly...my sadness is clouding my thoughts. I keep trying to type but I sit here with my mouth open and shaking my head....with tears in my eyes. Please consider rehoming now...before you breed her. She deserves a happy life with someone that can bond with her. She has been passed from one breeder to another. I just cannot even begin to know what her precious heart is feeling and how confused she must feel! If she's as submissive as you say, do you know if the previous owners were loving to her...did they show her kindness, unconditional love....heck, has she EVER had anyone care for her in this way??
*sigh*.......