My girl was pretty much that way when I first took out in public. Trying to hold her when other people approached was like trying to hold a fish out of water. I've started teaching her the word 'settle' which mean she needs to calm down. When she starts to get excited, I tell her 'settle' and if it doesn't work, I get her attention a bit more strongly, and repeat the command. She's not a 100% yet, but I'm seeing definite improvement. |