need help with dog anxiety
Hi guys. I have a 7 month old rescue puppy (boxer/American bulldog) who we are not sure what to do with. We tried to crate train him. after 3 weeks a of constant crying in the crate we gave up on ...
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Go Dogs wrote:
Here's my 2 cents on separation anxiety. The Dog Whisperer has stated the same.
Dogs are pack animals. The pack consists of Alpha,(leader) and subordinate members. The Alpha dog would never allow subordinate members to leave without 'permission'. This pup does not recognize you as the pack leader. He feels that there is something very wrong, when he can't locate his pack. It is natural for a dog to try and assume Alpha status, if he feels there is no one in that position.
Pup has tried to fill the Alpha position, even though he is not emotionally mature enough for the job.
A dog as strong as this one will most certainly cause massive chewing damage to the house and himself. I have known dogs to jump from second and third floor windows.
The OP needs to establish himself as the Alpha pack leader. Then, he will be able to come and go at will, and the pup can relax. Having someone else as Alpha dog will de-stress the pup.
I'm sure you'll get other opinions. This is just my opinion.
He needs another Dog.... worked for me.....
Mike C.
