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Originally Posted by Nancy1999 This is what made me think you want to change the way Jim treats Rex. Maybe if you let up a little on this, he will not give your dogs treats. |
Yes, I do tell him what I think is wrong. when Rex is acting out, I do tell him "I really think we need to do something about this." and there have been times that I have said "the only reason he barks at you for 5 minutes straight when you get home is because you go straight to the treat jar and give him a treat". Jim has agreed with me on this. so yes, I have pointed out things that could be done differently with his dog. just as I would if it involved our child and there was something I think could be done differently. I am a human being and there is nothing wrong with me wanting to change things so that we are not rewarding or encouraging bad behavior. so when I say "I want it to change"...yes...why wouldn't I?? of course I would love change. In a perfect world, I wouldn't have to wish for that.
I am aware that it will probably never change. but a girl can dream. and as for the other 2 dogs? I see no reason why we have to look back 10 years from now and wish we had done something different when we have the same problems we are wanting to correct. with them, we will do it differently. he can continue to do what he wants with rex. I just want it different for these 2.