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Originally Posted by OwnedByJezebel  If he's OK at doggy daycare -- when you are not there -- it might have something to do with him being possessive of you. When you're there, he gets protective or possessive. When you're not there, he has no need to make the others stay away from "his hooman." |
Good point - I thought of this too, but don't understand the inconsistency. He just made a face and a little noise at the BIG dogs, then practically attacked the puppy.
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Originally Posted by kjc Yorkies will take over if they feel Mommie or Daddie isn't doing enough in any given situation... If he feels threatened or thinks you are threatened, he'll step up and handle the situation. Minor corrections (Ah, ah) and a short leash as you approach and deal with the new dog/puppy (petting it). Once he knows you're in control, he'll hopefully 'give it up'. |
I was petting the other dogs too to show him it was ok, but maybe he was just jealous? I did attempt to correct him with a quick NO, and he was on a very short leash. Nothing helped.
Coincidentally, I started talking to a Pet Trainer (worked there) that had a Weimaraner with her. She explained to let the other dog correct him...her dog simply ignored Rocco then he stopped, since his behavior was ineffective. But the problem, she agreed, is that he needs to learn to just ignore other dogs if not interested, not try to boss them around. I think I'm going to bring him to some training classes to correct him.