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livingdustmops · 04-20-2010, 08:19 AM

You can also use pressure shower curtain rods and drape fabric between the two rods so the dog can run out...this way you can adjust the height that works for you and your dog and is not as expensive as some other things.

Pixie Girl · 04-20-2010, 08:28 AM

I have a couple of children gates. I use them to block for rooms in our house that I don't want Pixie getting into. But, training is the key. Pixie won't go out a door when it is open she goes back into our kitchen area an waits right there.

joeyandtanksmom · 04-20-2010, 09:56 PM

I'm sure it's been mentioned, but I would engrave the "stay" command into her little mind...I use "stay" with my boys a lot, and it really works for a lot of situations. If you are very persistent with it, I'm sure she will pick it up

TaylorWoods · 04-20-2010, 10:25 PM

Taylor was the same - and very un-streetwise! she has no clue that cars can kill her or that not ALL dogs and people are her friends! normally she is in our backyard but was getting out the fence and running miles from home. Hears seem to fail her at the best of times. We had that wired up high enough that you would think we own a german shepherd! lol!

As for the front door tho - she will take a chance sometimes but i have always told her a firm NO when she has tried and called her back and she will now only go out if i walk out and i call her and give her permission. Perhaps some training would help? They can be very defiant and test their boundaries and if allowed to they will walk all over you! You have to be firm and make her understand that you are her leader and she must follow. Never, for example, let her rush past you through the door first or jump in the car before you. You need to be her leader and she must know she is at the bottom of the "pack" so to speak.

It relates to any little thing. I allow mine on the couch, but when we eat she is not allowed up at all and will now sit outside the door and wait until our plates are gone and then run in. It's all about being firm but kind and teaching them to respect you and their boundaries. They need a leader and that is you.

Perhaps try taking her to some training sessions to get her to listen. By her ignoring you she is showing her dominance over you unfortunately. Easier said than done I now but it will take time, patience and hard work to get her to listen.

I'm a firm believer in postive reinforcement. I like the one post about practising it. perhaps if you go outside the door and teach her to stay inside and reward her for not rushing past you that will help too???

All the best! Consistency is key in trainging. Remember these are VERY clever little dogs and need education

I feel your frustration! I think we have all been through this! lol!

dydy · 11-26-2012, 01:21 PM

Bumping an old thread but...

Has anyone had luck getting the dog to stay in the house without the "stay" command? He is pretty well trained to not bolt when told to stay but if a guest is over and opens the door, he runs for it. It's frustrating and so scary.

I am hoping we can get him to stay every time the door is opened without the command. Any ideas on how to do that or am I dreaming?

gracielove · 11-26-2012, 03:59 PM

Some obedience training will help but in the mean time you need some gates to keep her away from the door. You may have to keep her in one part of the house.
I had this problem with Gracie when she was a puppy. She just loved to get out the front door. Once she actually left with a repair person!

I had to pick her up and hold her before anyone could open the door. If we had workers around then I would put her harness and leash on and keep her right with me. Once I put her in a bedroom to be safe but someone let her out when I wasn't looking.

I know how stressful it is to try to catch one of these escape artists! Another thing that helped with Gracie was when I started walking her outside more. It seemed to help satisfy her need to investigate the world outside the door. It helps use up that pent up energy, too.

gracielove · 11-26-2012, 04:04 PM

I just want to add that Gracie never runs out the door now. She knows she is supposed to stand behind me when I open any door. It did take a great deal of time and training to get to that point. When she was a youngster I didn't think she would ever get to get her to where I could open a door without picking her up first. She turned 2 the end of May.

dydy · 11-26-2012, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by gracielove

I just want to add that Gracie never runs out the door now. She knows she is supposed to stand behind me when I open any door. It did take a great deal of time and training to get to that point. When she was a youngster I didn't think she would ever get to get her to where I could open a door without picking her up first. She turned 2 the end of May.

Good to know! He is almost 1yr now and he has gotten so much better. If the person opening the door says "stay" he stays. If not, it's fair game.

We noticed that he always ran to the same few places so we walk him every day and make sure to stop by his favorite sniffing spots so he can get it out of his system.

DvlshAngel985 · 11-26-2012, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dydy

Bumping an old thread but...

Has anyone had luck getting the dog to stay in the house without the "stay" command? He is pretty well trained to not bolt when told to stay but if a guest is over and opens the door, he runs for it. It's frustrating and so scary.

I am hoping we can get him to stay every time the door is opened without the command. Any ideas on how to do that or am I dreaming?

If you do it consistently, eventually they'll look for the "ok" command to proceed out the front door. No need to say "stay", but definitely enforce the "ok" "let's go" or whatever command. I can leave the front door wide open for hours on end and Kaji is not tempted. he knows the stay command well and after so much practice he knows to wait for the release. We have 3 years of diligent practice. Trust me it works! You just have to put the time in now to get the results you want later.

dydy · 11-26-2012, 06:46 PM

Got it. We've really been putting the emphasis on stay and the "ok" is an afterthought. I think am I so preoccupied with stopping him. This is really helpful. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

If you do it consistently, eventually they'll look for the "ok" command to proceed out the front door. No need to say "stay", but definitely enforce the "ok" "let's go" or whatever command. I can leave the front door wide open for hours on end and Kaji is not tempted. he knows the stay command well and after so much practice he knows to wait for the release. We have 3 years of diligent practice. Trust me it works! You just have to put the time in now to get the results you want later.

DvlshAngel985 · 11-26-2012, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by dydy

Got it. We've really been putting the emphasis on stay and the "ok" is an afterthought. I think am I so preoccupied with stopping him. This is really helpful. Thanks!

keep us updated on your progress.

AngelFae · 12-01-2012, 06:19 AM

I've been working on the sit and stay as DvlshAngel described. Blazer has bolted three times now and that is towards the school bus! Thankfully he was easy to catch but I'm still mad that he managed to get of a door I thought I was physically blocking! Sneaky little devil... I also need to teach him his outside boundaries so that if he DOES get out off leash that he won't leave the yard. I'm not sure how to do it, though. DH trained our GSP with a shock collar.

MishyMish · 12-01-2012, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by LoALAnna

Neo is very headstrong and WILL NOT wait at the door! We had to resort to using static mats at every doorway to the outside. I don't like them, but they work and it only took one time for Ne-Ne to understand.

Are these mats a training tool or permanent solution?

sandy simpson · 12-01-2012, 09:02 AM

My Yorkies will take off if the door is left open. I have fences up so they can't get out. In my house you would have to move the fence or jump over it because of the dogs. I do not want them running down the street and getting hit. Please think of getting a fence. I got a really nice wood one at Petsmart. It stretches across the entryway and the dogs are confined to the tiled living room. Hope those fellas stay home and do not escape anymore. TOO Dangerous.

Potter · 12-01-2012, 11:19 AM

We have our Yorkie trained but I don't think it is 100% reliable for a dog. If they see anything interesting outside, they might still go for it. I am very lazy so I just use baby gates. They are reliable, not expensive.

04-20-2010, 08:19 AM	#16
livingdustmops Princess Poop A Lot Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,728	You can also use pressure shower curtain rods and drape fabric between the two rods so the dog can run out...this way you can adjust the height that works for you and your dog and is not as expensive as some other things. __________________ Cindy & The Rescued Gang Puppies Are Not Products!

04-20-2010, 08:28 AM	#17
Pixie Girl YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Byron Center Posts: 515	I have a couple of children gates. I use them to block for rooms in our house that I don't want Pixie getting into. But, training is the key. Pixie won't go out a door when it is open she goes back into our kitchen area an waits right there. __________________ Pixie Girl & Pixie Dust

04-20-2010, 09:56 PM	#18
joeyandtanksmom YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Kuna,ID,USA Posts: 557	I'm sure it's been mentioned, but I would engrave the "stay" command into her little mind...I use "stay" with my boys a lot, and it really works for a lot of situations. If you are very persistent with it, I'm sure she will pick it up __________________ Sandy: Joey & Tank's Mom Jackson Ryan

04-20-2010, 10:25 PM	#19
TaylorWoods Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Durban, South Africa Posts: 238 Blog Entries: 3	Taylor was the same - and very un-streetwise! she has no clue that cars can kill her or that not ALL dogs and people are her friends! normally she is in our backyard but was getting out the fence and running miles from home. Hears seem to fail her at the best of times. We had that wired up high enough that you would think we own a german shepherd! lol! As for the front door tho - she will take a chance sometimes but i have always told her a firm NO when she has tried and called her back and she will now only go out if i walk out and i call her and give her permission. Perhaps some training would help? They can be very defiant and test their boundaries and if allowed to they will walk all over you! You have to be firm and make her understand that you are her leader and she must follow. Never, for example, let her rush past you through the door first or jump in the car before you. You need to be her leader and she must know she is at the bottom of the "pack" so to speak. It relates to any little thing. I allow mine on the couch, but when we eat she is not allowed up at all and will now sit outside the door and wait until our plates are gone and then run in. It's all about being firm but kind and teaching them to respect you and their boundaries. They need a leader and that is you. Perhaps try taking her to some training sessions to get her to listen. By her ignoring you she is showing her dominance over you unfortunately. Easier said than done I now but it will take time, patience and hard work to get her to listen. I'm a firm believer in postive reinforcement. I like the one post about practising it. perhaps if you go outside the door and teach her to stay inside and reward her for not rushing past you that will help too??? All the best! Consistency is key in trainging. Remember these are VERY clever little dogs and need education I feel your frustration! I think we have all been through this! lol! __________________ Kristin, Taylor & Trigger

11-26-2012, 04:04 PM	#22
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	I just want to add that Gracie never runs out the door now. She knows she is supposed to stand behind me when I open any door. It did take a great deal of time and training to get to that point. When she was a youngster I didn't think she would ever get to get her to where I could open a door without picking her up first. She turned 2 the end of May. Last edited by gracielove; 11-26-2012 at 04:06 PM.

11-26-2012, 01:21 PM	#20
dydy Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Royal Oak, MI Posts: 58	Bumping an old thread but... Has anyone had luck getting the dog to stay in the house without the "stay" command? He is pretty well trained to not bolt when told to stay but if a guest is over and opens the door, he runs for it. It's frustrating and so scary. I am hoping we can get him to stay every time the door is opened without the command. Any ideas on how to do that or am I dreaming?

11-26-2012, 03:59 PM	#21
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	Some obedience training will help but in the mean time you need some gates to keep her away from the door. You may have to keep her in one part of the house. I had this problem with Gracie when she was a puppy. She just loved to get out the front door. Once she actually left with a repair person! I had to pick her up and hold her before anyone could open the door. If we had workers around then I would put her harness and leash on and keep her right with me. Once I put her in a bedroom to be safe but someone let her out when I wasn't looking. I know how stressful it is to try to catch one of these escape artists! Another thing that helped with Gracie was when I started walking her outside more. It seemed to help satisfy her need to investigate the world outside the door. It helps use up that pent up energy, too.

12-01-2012, 06:19 AM	#27
AngelFae YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: MN, USA Posts: 780	I've been working on the sit and stay as DvlshAngel described. Blazer has bolted three times now and that is towards the school bus! Thankfully he was easy to catch but I'm still mad that he managed to get of a door I thought I was physically blocking! Sneaky little devil... I also need to teach him his outside boundaries so that if he DOES get out off leash that he won't leave the yard. I'm not sure how to do it, though. DH trained our GSP with a shock collar.

12-01-2012, 09:02 AM	#29
sandy simpson YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: santee, california Posts: 2,123 Blog Entries: 1	My Yorkies will take off if the door is left open. I have fences up so they can't get out. In my house you would have to move the fence or jump over it because of the dogs. I do not want them running down the street and getting hit. Please think of getting a fence. I got a really nice wood one at Petsmart. It stretches across the entryway and the dogs are confined to the tiled living room. Hope those fellas stay home and do not escape anymore. TOO Dangerous.

12-01-2012, 11:19 AM	#30
Potter YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,583	We have our Yorkie trained but I don't think it is 100% reliable for a dog. If they see anything interesting outside, they might still go for it. I am very lazy so I just use baby gates. They are reliable, not expensive. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=410379 "No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich."