need help with weird behavior problem

[Yorkiekids]

I hope it works, because I'm going to try it on Penny as soon as I find her darn harness.

[Gingergirlsmom]

I'm glad to hear that this is working for you! It gives me hope.

Bernie has started doing this with Kirby (my poor ancient mix), and even though Kirby outweighs Bernie by a good 20 lbs, he can be taken down in a second (he's so wobbly and unstable). I've started making Bernie sit or holding him and letting Kirby out first. Do you think it's wrong to hold him instead of commanding him to sit? (Usually when the door's opening, I've got Ginger, Kirby, Bernie and Fun Kitty all trying desperately to get out. Since we're trying to keep Fun Kitty in, it can be a real zoo.

[For My Coby]

Originally Posted by Gingergirlsmom

Fun Kitty

"Fun Kitty" - too funny

Glad it's working out! And so easily!!

[Gingergirlsmom]

Originally Posted by For My Coby

"Fun Kitty" - too funny

Glad it's working out! And so easily!!

Actually, it's Mr. Fun Kitty, lol

[For My Coby]

Originally Posted by Gingergirlsmom

Actually, it's Mr. Fun Kitty, lol

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[daisy mae06]

Originally Posted by Gingergirlsmom

I'm glad to hear that this is working for you! It gives me hope.

Bernie has started doing this with Kirby (my poor ancient mix), and even though Kirby outweighs Bernie by a good 20 lbs, he can be taken down in a second (he's so wobbly and unstable). I've started making Bernie sit or holding him and letting Kirby out first. Do you think it's wrong to hold him instead of commanding him to sit? (Usually when the door's opening, I've got Ginger, Kirby, Bernie and Fun Kitty all trying desperately to get out. Since we're trying to keep Fun Kitty in, it can be a real zoo.

Hi Judy I think you should have him sit holding is ok but sitting will show you are the one in control of letting him out. I have the 4 dogs and I have gotten all the dogs to sit and let them go one by one. It don't always go like clock work but they'll do it
Hope that help

[IluvLucy]

Originally Posted by daisy mae06

Hi Judy I think you should have him sit holding is ok but sitting will show you are the one in control of letting him out. I have the 4 dogs and I have gotten all the dogs to sit and let them go one by one. It don't always go like clock work but they'll do it
Hope that help

I like this advice, too. I'm using the leash right now with good results, but I want to work on getting Rebel to sit and wait his turn.

Thanks for everyone's advice.