I am seriously thinking of getting rid of my puppy

• Mic Posted : 4/2/2006 12:32:49 AM It's just an unruly baby. I would be willing to bet that you can get a grip on this dog in a matter of days.   I wish you luck on Monday with the trainer...I wouldn't higher a behaviorist for a 4.5 month old dog.  The dog is confused about his place in your pack.  A descent trainer should be able to get you straightened out in no time!     0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Julie Beveridge Posted : 4/2/2006 12:36:19 AM Well I did find a way to walk her today.  We bought a harness and used that instead of the gentle leader it did not do as well with helping with the pulling but we were able to get it on her without being bitten to heck.   We went for a three mile walk now she is just exhausted, had her dinner and is sound asleep next to her big brother dog.....who is just as tired.   Thanks Mic I need the encouragement. There seemed to be a problem when we had our boy up front, but when she was walking in front of him she seemed to pull less and pay more attention to me, which is strange because he is definately the dominant one of the two. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Mic Posted : 4/2/2006 12:42:42 AM Are you able to socialize this pup much?  I get dominant pups all the time, and one of the best ways to tone them down is set them loose with some dominant adult dogs.  They snap at the big dogs a few times...the big dogs beat the crap out of them, and you would be amazed at the new attitude they come out with.   I have found this to be a very effective technique.  I am sure it sounds horrible, but dogs are so much better at communicating with one another than we are.  One dog can teach another dog something in minutes that may take us months to communicate. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Julie Beveridge Posted : 4/2/2006 12:55:08 AM I don't know where I would possibly be able to socialize her with dogs off lead and able to beat the crap outta her, but I do agree probably what she needs.  Big boy around here does that a lot to her, he does not take anything off of her.   Hmmm, we are in Southern California, I could always find out where CM's dog psychology center is..............[] 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Mic Posted : 4/2/2006 1:04:14 AM I know a great trainer in So Cal.  If you would like I will speak with him.    I think CM would be interesting to work with, however he charges $350 per HOUR.  I have met 1000's of trainers and behaviorists and NEVER heard of someone charging that much before.  It's outrageous.     0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Julie Beveridge Posted : 4/2/2006 1:19:06 AM Would LOVE to know a great trainer in So. Cal.  I am near Knotts. and Disneyland if that is helpful at all........hey I am feeling hope, feeling definate hope here!![] 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Mic Posted : 4/2/2006 1:27:10 AM Let me shoot my contact an email.  It normally takes him a few days to get in back with me, but I will do my best to make it quick.   You should feel hopeful....   In reality, what we are talking about is a spoiled brat of a dog (no offense), who needs to learn some serious manners.  Things will be fine.   0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Mic Posted : 4/2/2006 1:36:40 AM I put the email out to my contact.  I'll let you know as soon as I hear anything. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Julie Beveridge Posted : 4/2/2006 1:42:01 AM Thank you Mic, I am so thankful that you found the time and patience to try and help us.   Thanks so very much!!!   Julie [] 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• glenmar Posted : 4/2/2006 7:31:28 AM Julie, I'm sorry it was only an email.  I'm not a trainer, and I honestly felt like Mic would be a good ally for you.   I'm glad that the harness worked for you.  I've found with a certain combination of dogs, that one of my boys will pull and act like a lunatic if another is in the lead...yet if they are all equal, well, not a problem.  I think it's the puppy exuberence to "get there first" that you were seeing, but as long as your other dog is cooperative about walking WITH you that's going to help a lot.   Keep the faith...you'll get through this!! 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Sandra TH Posted : 4/2/2006 7:37:56 AM Hang in there, momtomany!  You can fix this-  we'll all help (well, not me personally, I don't know much- but i-dog in general!) 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Julie Byers Posted : 4/2/2006 10:33:22 AM Hang in there, mom!  My first dog was wild acting, willfull, defiant, and we nearly 'flunked' out of doggy obedience.  He turned out to be one of the best dogs I could have ever hoped for.  I had to introduce everything in stages for a long time.  Private/at home obedience lessons may help you through this and I am rooting for you!!  Jules 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• schleide Posted : 4/2/2006 10:53:39 AM I am so glad you found the forum...  people here will have great advice for you - I know how distressing it can be when you feel like your dog has gotten out of control (we have certainly been there), but it really sounds like this is a situation that can be reversed with some work...  good luck, I am really hopeful that you can do it!!  0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• willowchow Posted : 4/2/2006 11:23:14 AM I just wanted to add that I think your concerns for the kids are very valid and your doing a great thing trying to get this under control.  I've been there and it wasn't easy for me and I don't have kids in the mix.  Good luck and please continue to post the progress, don't listen to the negativity.  It's easy to just mouth off when you haven't or aren't going thru it.  0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• jennie_c_d Posted : 4/2/2006 12:11:44 PM I would exhaust all efforts possible and borrow money for training long before this puppy would be put to sleep. I KNOW animals are for life, but so are my children, we are not talking about a LITTLE problem and I truly resent being spoken to as if I am stupid and did not make an informed decision. I'm sorry that I offended you, but you posted very little information. You said that you had a dog who was drawing blood on family members AND strangers, and that you were "seriously thinking of getting rid of" her. That doesn't exactly communicate that you "KNOW that animals are for life" and made an informed decision. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login