jetemencore Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 We have a large (33kgs) 9 month old pup,she is a lovely natured dog but has two bad habits 1) She will keep attacking our other 3 dogs and 2 cats. She is not malicious and she is only playing but because of her size and enthusiasm she can hurt them.2) She will jump up and grab your hand or clothing. We have tried everything we know but are failing. Anyone any ideas for cures? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 Folding your arms and turning your back to the dog will stop the second problem you have. Bringing your knee up into her chest also works and doesn't hurt the dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetemencore Posted January 3, 2011 Author Share Posted January 3, 2011 Thanks Bugsy. Will try Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pouyade Posted January 3, 2011 Share Posted January 3, 2011 We had similar problems with our rottie as a younger pup. Try a water sprayer - we bought a bird sprayer from the pet store, it's a gentle mister - and use consistently to the face area when bad behaviour is actually occurring. Then lots of treats/ praise when temptation is resisted thereafter!Pouyade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 At 9 months the youngster is having an adolescent crisis, just like a human teenager. This is the age that so many large breed dogs get abandoned/dumped as the owners find the cute bundle has turned into an uncontrollable hulk.Has she had her first season yet? If not, see if the vet can spay her now.You need to be in firm control of the whole menagerie, and demonstrate that control. If you need to put them in separate rooms to calm them down do so, then re-introduce them slowly and under supervision.Make sure the pup gets plenty of exercise, three half-hour walks a day are better than one long one.I agree with Pouyade, a water spray can be v effective plus the use of positive reinforcement, using treats and toys, as opposed to negative shouting and smacking (which only hurts your hand)Now, behind me, what's that 10 week old labrador got in it's mouth NOW......? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetemencore Posted January 4, 2011 Author Share Posted January 4, 2011 Thanks Pouyade and Polly. I feel I have some things to try now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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