Need a little advice on one of my fur kids
I need a little advice from all my friends in the Pet Stop. I have an approximately 4 - 5 y/o Boston Terrier that has been blind in one eye since birth. A little brief history, he was rescued from a p...
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My 2 cents, (FWIW). When they are pups, I take them out in thunderstorms, firecrackers, gunfire. Bring the old, bomb-proof dog, their favorite toys, treats, etc. and make a game of it. You know you got it right when they can sleep thru a thunderstorm in a tent.
Starting with a dog that has bad habits. First of all, this is a new home for this dog. New home-new rules-new start. This can even work after bad behaviors have been established. Teach the dog what is acceptable behavior. Excessive barking, jumping, getting on the sofa, chewing, and all other unacceptable behaviors should NOT be allowed, including fear of loud noises.
How is this accomplished? Become the Alpha/Pack leader. If a subordinate member of the back does something unacceptable-the pack leader will put him/her in order. If you establish leadership with all aspects of daily living-the dog will recognize your ability to lead and guide the pack, and look to you for proper behavior.
IOW: IF the dog trusts you and respects your judgment-they will do what you will them to do.
IMHO: No coddling, medication, thunder shirts,confinement etc. Much like a military command-If the commander,(Alpha)tells the dog to do it-the dog will-because they respect the leader.
People that adopt dogs with behavior issues really have their work cut out for them. It is not for everyone.
Starting with a dog that has bad habits. First of all, this is a new home for this dog. New home-new rules-new start. This can even work after bad behaviors have been established. Teach the dog what is acceptable behavior. Excessive barking, jumping, getting on the sofa, chewing, and all other unacceptable behaviors should NOT be allowed, including fear of loud noises.
How is this accomplished? Become the Alpha/Pack leader. If a subordinate member of the back does something unacceptable-the pack leader will put him/her in order. If you establish leadership with all aspects of daily living-the dog will recognize your ability to lead and guide the pack, and look to you for proper behavior.
IOW: IF the dog trusts you and respects your judgment-they will do what you will them to do.
IMHO: No coddling, medication, thunder shirts,confinement etc. Much like a military command-If the commander,(Alpha)tells the dog to do it-the dog will-because they respect the leader.
People that adopt dogs with behavior issues really have their work cut out for them. It is not for everyone.
