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06-29-2009, 01:19 PM | #1 |
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| discipline? what are different ways to discipline your puppy when it does something wrong? i need some ideas please. |
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06-29-2009, 02:14 PM | #2 |
Senior Yorkie Talker | Could you be more specific? Puppies are just that - puppies - and can they really do anything "wrong"? You just need to be consistent in your training and firm with your "no's". If you are trying to stop barking, an empty soda can with pennies in works pretty well. Just shake it once with a firm "no". If he is chewing on something you would rather he didn't, replace the item with his own toy. Rewarding good behavior with treats works well with most pups.
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06-29-2009, 08:18 PM | #3 |
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| Beyond a firm "NO!" I've never really had a need to discipline my pup. Having said that, I did have to teach her the meaning of the word "no!" (I think she just generally doesn't care about my tone of voice, lol) I taught her that "no" was a negative thing during our play sessions when she was a pup. If Milly (my Yorkie) got too rough in her play, I just said "no!", stopped playing with her, and walked away. There is really nothing worse for her than my withdrawal of attention, and if you have a strong bond with your pup, then this might also work for you. Once they know that "no" leads to something undesirable, then it is far easier to control their behaviour, and that one word should be all the discipline they require. Dogs don't want to make us angry, and when they do it is usually because they do not know what the correct behaviour is. Affection and rewards for good behaviour will ensure that your dog doesn't act up just to get some attention, and some tasty treats given at the right time will strengthen your bond, and give your pup some guidance on what is the correct behaviour |
06-30-2009, 07:26 AM | #4 |
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| It depends on what you're disciplining them for Certain things work for certain situations Attention .... good attention meaning good pets... and praise is positive reinforcement for behaviors you want to reinforce Attention withdrawal meaning you ignore them .... when there is behavior you don't want Don't yell - that will only heighten their emotional state and/or scare them A firm voice is all that is ever needed Never ever go to strike or hit a dog even if it is a swat on the rear .... violence begets violence You can immobilize your pup by grasping it behind the neck but that's about it
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06-30-2009, 07:36 AM | #5 |
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| discipline I have one Bella(yorkie) likes to steal things from the others. So I just make a sound like a grunt noise. She will back off. Last night there was some bones and she wanted ALL of them. She would take them in the other room when no one was looking. But If I see her she gets the noise. Can't really say anything when its all ready done. I'm working on there barking I use some of Dog whisper's ideas some of them work and some don't like my schnauzer will grab what ever is in your hand if she wants it. But I make her sit and wait till I give it to her. Hope this works. Cheryl |
06-30-2009, 08:28 AM | #6 |
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| Positive reinforcement works better Hi, you'll be less frustrated if you teach your puppy positive things rather than trying to punish bad stuff. In fact, some dogs just ignore punishment altogether. Yorkies have been known to do what they want, not what we want. Positive reinforcement techniques have worked for me to teach Teddy lots of stuff. As for stealing objects, try the "Leave it" command and toss a treat nearby, you'll have a happy dog plus you'll get your stuff back!!
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06-30-2009, 09:10 AM | #7 |
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| disipline that is a idea usually I give something back in the place of taking something away. But there are times when we must say No. Bella is starting to fuss if someone gets in my lap when she is there. So I say No and leave her there and let Jack in my lap also. I don't want him to feel bad and she is not the alpha dog anyway they are both loved. ' Cheryl |
06-30-2009, 09:53 AM | #8 |
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| Cheryl: all three of mine believe they should be in my lap - I'm running out of lap!!
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06-30-2009, 10:24 AM | #9 |
Thor's Human Donating Member | I tend to use "ah ah ah!" (imagine the noise you'd make while wagging your finger at someone). This means, "rethink what you're doing." Then a firm, stern NO for serious situations. I have a couple other corrections, but they are based on the situation - biting too hard when playing, refusing to come when called.
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06-30-2009, 11:11 AM | #10 |
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| Amen on that... |
07-02-2009, 06:32 PM | #11 |
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| What works best is to ignore that which you do not want and to reinfoces or rward what you do. When you punish the bad stuff you tend to give the dog attention and notice even in the bad way that will accindentally reinfoce him to repeat the bad. So where it is safe to do so only notice that goood stuff with lots of cuddles and treats and good boys. For the bad redirect and do it calmly. JL
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07-03-2009, 08:10 AM | #12 | |
Donating YT 500 Club Member | I agree with positive reinforcement and a simple no if you don't want them to do something. They are so smart and learn quick if consistant. Quote:
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07-05-2009, 07:26 AM | #13 |
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| discipline O.K. I have a question my grandkids are here for the 4th. Ages 4-6-mts. and the babies are nervous when they make sudden noises. I don't want to make a bid deal with the growing (sp) and upset. I have tried to set the kids down and let them smell them. And act quiet around them. But when my older grand-son comes in the room (full of energy) they get upset. How do you discipline then? I tell Noah to please be quiet but boys will be boys. Cheryl |
07-13-2009, 10:46 AM | #14 | |
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teach them to lip lick and yawn to calm the dogs and also alow them to use treats to interact with them.. good things come from loud kids but contain them so they feel safe and do not get stepped on. JL
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07-13-2009, 03:14 PM | #15 |
No Longer a Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
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| discipline Well I found out why Bella was so up-set. She went into heat. and its 7th day and she is all better. PMS... Cheryl |
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