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Originally Posted by southernlady  This is what I did. My comments may not be welcome because although I had intended to get a yorkie, fate stepped in an I rescued a minature Dachshund three months ago. He is two, and Reggie is my heart. But he has fear aggression that evolved into offensive agression, and I was afraid to let him around anyone. Especially men. If he saw a hand come out he went balistic. I tried training myself, I love Victoria Stillwell and have It's Me or the Dog on DVD and I did make some progress, but I also realized I needed someone to help me get to the next level. I found a trainer here that both Reg and I love and have seen promising progress after only four sessions. In fact we go to see Teesha tonight  It was a bit pricy but I feel it well worth it, I love seeing Reggie's confidence grow, and he is more relaxed on our walks and is enjoying them much more. |
I'm so glad you are making progress! That's been my concern because I've had trouble finding any success with these issues. Just like you, we can only get so far. My trouble is how to find a trainer. Do I want to do classes or should I do in home training? I thought that classes would socialize her more as well, but maybe basic obedience won't do anything for her fear aggression.