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johnsae · 07-27-2005, 09:50 AM

I posted yesterday about the problem I've been having with Joey chasing our feet / ankles. I am so paranoid he's going to get stepped on again!

So last night I filled a coke can with pennies and started shaking it at him really loud when he started to chase my feet - well, now I seem to have made the problem worse. Now he barks incessantly at me when I try to stop his bad behavior (including barking). He was sooo bad this morning - I kept putting him in time out (another suggestion here) to show him he is a bad boy. Well, he just barked and barked. I took out the bitter apple again to re-try it, and all he does is back up and turn a few times and then he keeps barking!!

I have also tried spraying water at him - he loves it!

I know he is probably lonely while I am at work during the day, but we walk him when we get home every night and play with him A LOT. He sleeps in our bedroom too. I leave Animal Planet on for him during the day to break up the silence.

What else can I do

? His barking and bad behavior is getting worse day by day.

ReconsMomma · 07-27-2005, 09:52 AM

Get him a playmate???

Just a suggestion. I know Recon was really lonely when he was an only dog. How about rescuing a little playmate for him even if it is just a cat??

chachi · 07-27-2005, 09:53 AM

Have you tried using a spray bottle. My dogs are barkers too and the spray bottle gets their attention.

luzangela428 · 07-27-2005, 09:53 AM

When he is barking DON'T let him out....our trainer said that (puppy kindergarten), that when the barrking gets worse it is because they realize it's not working and panic to get louder and see if you break and let them out..or whatever!! Keep them in there, say quiet or no bark and wait ...when he stops for 5-10 sec say GOOD BOY!! and reward ./...try this repeatedly, and good luck. But never let them out when they are barking or doing bad because they learn..hey I barked and I got out!!!

JCarlson2004 · 07-27-2005, 09:53 AM

Maybe you should seek the advice of a professional trained. But please be sure to explain that under NO circumstances will you allow your dog to be hit or FORCEFULLY trained. Some trainers have harsh methods which I do not agree with.

My Maltese suffered severely from seperation anxiety and I got a second dog. They're both SO happy and the problem went away so quickly! Just a suggestion.

More to love.

johnsae · 07-27-2005, 09:58 AM

it's hard to ignore him in the pen because we are in an apt building....I am so scared that our neighbors are going to start complaining. He really does go on and on....but, I guess I will have to try it.

I wish we could get him a playmate, but we've only had him for a little over a month and there is no way my fiance is going to agree to another one until we train Joey

Regarding trainers - I do think he does need obedience classes. I have put a lot of inquiries into trainers and have been appalled at the prices they charge! I am in NYC, and these people charge $150/hour!! There is a Petco near me, but they are smack in the middle of their puppy classes (can't join late), and the next one doesn't start until September, at which time Joey will be too old to join. I am hoping to find a class/trainer that works with our $ situation and schedule soon

luzangela428 · 07-27-2005, 09:59 AM

You are in Brooklyn...no??? My petsmart had another class starting in 1-2 weeks I think (I am in staten island)...it is a sat. I beleieve if you don't mind the commute I can get you the info...that is where Maximus goes to puppy kindergarten..I paid 99.00 for 8 weeks..let me know!!

johnsae · 07-27-2005, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by luzangela428

You are in Brooklyn...no??? My petsmart had another class starting in 1-2 weeks I think (I am in staten island)...it is a sat. I beleieve if you don't mind the commute I can get you the info...that is where Maximus goes to puppy kindergarten..I paid 99.00 for 8 weeks..let me know!!

thanks for your help. I am in Manhattan actually, so I hope to find something nearby. I get home from work too late to travel into Brooklyn...otherwise I might consider it.

luzangela428 · 07-27-2005, 10:03 AM

No I am in staten island~ferry??...but if you don't work on Sat. it may work out...like something he can look forward too...otherwise do you have a petsmart in the city?? I live in an apt. so I know about the barking but Maximus doesn't bark in the house anymore other then if he hears something funny at night or sometimes when I am leaving he starts (lately)

ReconsMomma · 07-27-2005, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by johnsae

Regarding trainers - I do think he does need obedience classes. I have put a lot of inquiries into trainers and have been appalled at the prices they charge! I am in NYC, and these people charge $150/hour!! There is a Petco near me, but they are smack in the middle of their puppy classes (can't join late), and the next one doesn't start until September, at which time Joey will be too old to join. I am hoping to find a class/trainer that works with our $ situation and schedule soon

I am a trainer for Petco. Where are you located?? Do you go to the Petco often? I could possibly make some calls for you and see if I can get you into a class ahead of time. Or I could see if the trainer would be willing to not only get you into class ahead of time but also to spend some time eithr before or after class to catch you up on what you have missed. If this doesnt work, I would suggest calling your local animal shelter and asking them to reccomend a trainer to you. They usually know the best trainers.

JCarlson2004 · 07-27-2005, 10:04 AM

I live in Brooklyn and I know, Manhattan trainer's are SO expensive!!

johnsae · 07-27-2005, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ReconsMomma

I am a trainer for Petco. Where are you located?? Do you go to the Petco often? I could possibly make some calls for you and see if I can get you into a class ahead of time. Or I could see if the trainer would be willing to not only get you into class ahead of time but also to spend some time eithr before or after class to catch you up on what you have missed. If this doesnt work, I would suggest calling your local animal shelter and asking them to reccomend a trainer to you. They usually know the best trainers.

Wow - that would be so helpful!!! The Petco right near me is 560 second ave (Kips Bay) - the phone number is (212) 779-4550. Joey will be 5 months old on August 16th. That makes him 6 months old in September...if I remember right the class starts at the end of September, which would make him too old to qualify. He has had all his shots. If we could get him into a class in August that would be awesome! I will also call around to the local shelters - that is a great idea.

Thank you so much for your help - I love YT!

ReconsMomma · 07-27-2005, 10:16 AM

I will make a few calls and see what I can do. I have worked for Petco since I was in highschool and I am now almost 30 (long time) I know alot of people all over the country since I go to alot of the corporate things all over the place.

I will let you know what I find out.

Good luck!!

Lady of Yorkies · 07-27-2005, 08:26 PM

On another thread someone suggested putting a towel or sheet over the crate and it helps calm the pup down. Not so much barking. I'd give it a try.

07-27-2005, 09:50 AM	#1
johnsae Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 181	Barking Barking Barking I posted yesterday about the problem I've been having with Joey chasing our feet / ankles. I am so paranoid he's going to get stepped on again! So last night I filled a coke can with pennies and started shaking it at him really loud when he started to chase my feet - well, now I seem to have made the problem worse. Now he barks incessantly at me when I try to stop his bad behavior (including barking). He was sooo bad this morning - I kept putting him in time out (another suggestion here) to show him he is a bad boy. Well, he just barked and barked. I took out the bitter apple again to re-try it, and all he does is back up and turn a few times and then he keeps barking!! I have also tried spraying water at him - he loves it! I know he is probably lonely while I am at work during the day, but we walk him when we get home every night and play with him A LOT. He sleeps in our bedroom too. I leave Animal Planet on for him during the day to break up the silence. What else can I do ? His barking and bad behavior is getting worse day by day.

07-27-2005, 09:53 AM	#3
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Have you tried using a spray bottle. My dogs are barkers too and the spray bottle gets their attention. __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

07-27-2005, 09:53 AM	#4
luzangela428 Maximus "Lily's Love Slave" Join Date: May 2005 Location: san ramon, ca Posts: 2,368	When he is barking DON'T let him out....our trainer said that (puppy kindergarten), that when the barrking gets worse it is because they realize it's not working and panic to get louder and see if you break and let them out..or whatever!! Keep them in there, say quiet or no bark and wait ...when he stops for 5-10 sec say GOOD BOY!! and reward ./...try this repeatedly, and good luck. But never let them out when they are barking or doing bad because they learn..hey I barked and I got out!!! __________________ http://www.dogster.com/?148186 Maximus' Album: http://www.yorkietalk.com/gallery/sh...=1&ppuser=2303 Maximus Woves Lily

07-27-2005, 09:53 AM	#5
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	Maybe you should seek the advice of a professional trained. But please be sure to explain that under NO circumstances will you allow your dog to be hit or FORCEFULLY trained. Some trainers have harsh methods which I do not agree with. My Maltese suffered severely from seperation anxiety and I got a second dog. They're both SO happy and the problem went away so quickly! Just a suggestion. More to love. __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

07-27-2005, 09:59 AM	#7
luzangela428 Maximus "Lily's Love Slave" Join Date: May 2005 Location: san ramon, ca Posts: 2,368	You are in Brooklyn...no??? My petsmart had another class starting in 1-2 weeks I think (I am in staten island)...it is a sat. I beleieve if you don't mind the commute I can get you the info...that is where Maximus goes to puppy kindergarten..I paid 99.00 for 8 weeks..let me know!! __________________ http://www.dogster.com/?148186 Maximus' Album: http://www.yorkietalk.com/gallery/sh...=1&ppuser=2303 Maximus Woves Lily

07-27-2005, 09:52 AM	#2
ReconsMomma BANNED! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Janesville WI Posts: 2,483	Get him a playmate??? Just a suggestion. I know Recon was really lonely when he was an only dog. How about rescuing a little playmate for him even if it is just a cat??

07-27-2005, 09:58 AM	#6
johnsae Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 181	it's hard to ignore him in the pen because we are in an apt building....I am so scared that our neighbors are going to start complaining. He really does go on and on....but, I guess I will have to try it. I wish we could get him a playmate, but we've only had him for a little over a month and there is no way my fiance is going to agree to another one until we train Joey Regarding trainers - I do think he does need obedience classes. I have put a lot of inquiries into trainers and have been appalled at the prices they charge! I am in NYC, and these people charge $150/hour!! There is a Petco near me, but they are smack in the middle of their puppy classes (can't join late), and the next one doesn't start until September, at which time Joey will be too old to join. I am hoping to find a class/trainer that works with our $ situation and schedule soon

07-27-2005, 10:03 AM	#9
luzangela428 Maximus "Lily's Love Slave" Join Date: May 2005 Location: san ramon, ca Posts: 2,368	No I am in staten island~ferry??...but if you don't work on Sat. it may work out...like something he can look forward too...otherwise do you have a petsmart in the city?? I live in an apt. so I know about the barking but Maximus doesn't bark in the house anymore other then if he hears something funny at night or sometimes when I am leaving he starts (lately) __________________ http://www.dogster.com/?148186 Maximus' Album: http://www.yorkietalk.com/gallery/sh...=1&ppuser=2303 Maximus Woves Lily

07-27-2005, 10:04 AM	#11
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	I live in Brooklyn and I know, Manhattan trainer's are SO expensive!! __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

07-27-2005, 10:16 AM	#13
ReconsMomma BANNED! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Janesville WI Posts: 2,483	I will make a few calls and see what I can do. I have worked for Petco since I was in highschool and I am now almost 30 (long time) I know alot of people all over the country since I go to alot of the corporate things all over the place. I will let you know what I find out. Good luck!!

07-27-2005, 08:26 PM	#14
Lady of Yorkies YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,562	On another thread someone suggested putting a towel or sheet over the crate and it helps calm the pup down. Not so much barking. I'd give it a try.