[JeanieK]

Originally Posted by HisNameIsHarley

Sounds like you've got a little Cesar Millan AKA Dog Whisperer thing going on lol. I have six dogs and although none of them have ever gone mad when someone 'exits' they used to go completely nuts when people entered. I am a huge Cesar Millan fan and have tried his direction with great success. If I were you I would reenact your "Bye!" scene repeatedly and be ready to correct him as soon as you see any of his tell-tale signs of going bonkers. In fact, I would start with him on the end of a leash so you will have complete control over him. As soon as Biggie starts showing any body language like he's going to go after whoever is leaving, give him a little correction which is as simple as touching his side to break his concentration on whoever is saying "Bye!". (You can either reach down and prod him lightly with your finger or you can nudge him with your foot) Continue this, in a calm assertive state, (don't lose your cool ) until he begins to give you his attention when you break his concentration. Keep a good posture, shoulders back, head up and keep your voice calm. Often people tend to yell or speak shrilly when correcting their dogs, usually out of frustration or excitement, but dogs really read into our anxiety and tention and will react even more negatively. I've personally learned that my dogs will not pay me the tinest bit of attention to me no matter how loudly I correct them or not matter how sweetly I try and beg them into good behavior. The only thing that works is a consistant, firm and calm correction. I use the "Shhh" sound that Cesar uses and it works well. When he begins to react, step between Biggie and your "Bye" person and don't allow him to move beyond you so he will learn that when momma steps in, says no and gives you that look, she means business! Continue this until he eventually loses interest, turns tail and walks away. With consitant training you will see results.

I agree

I am a dog whisperer fan also. it sounds to me like you need to first establish who is the top dog.

Here is a link to his website.

http://www.dogchannel.com/experts/ce...aspx?WT.srch=1