May 18, 2011
My husband corrected our 12 week old Border Collie for running to the food bowl. Now he won’t eat. What should I do?
Full Question:
I have a 12 week old Border Collie pup. We were working on sit stay before each meal and then given a release command "OK" and he runs to his dish. But after my husband corrected him at one meal he hesitates going to his dish after the "OK" command is given. He looks at us as if asking for permission again. At which time we have to say "OK, go get it" two or three times. Should we correct this, if so how do we do it.Thanks,
Marci
Ed's Answer:
You need to start to learn something about dog training, and I guess sending this email is an example that you know this.
Your husband was 100% wrong in doing this. A 12 week old dog should not have this kind of pressure put on him. He is a baby. Would you do this with a child? I think not.
I would strongly recommend that you get my video Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 8 Months. Read about it. This tape is 2 hours of solid information.
When the dog is 4 or 5 months you will need Basic Dog Obedience. Giving corrections to pups that are so young is going to destroy his temperament. You really need to be careful and learn how and when a pup can be corrected.
Your husband was 100% wrong in doing this. A 12 week old dog should not have this kind of pressure put on him. He is a baby. Would you do this with a child? I think not.
I would strongly recommend that you get my video Your Puppy 8 Weeks to 8 Months. Read about it. This tape is 2 hours of solid information.
When the dog is 4 or 5 months you will need Basic Dog Obedience. Giving corrections to pups that are so young is going to destroy his temperament. You really need to be careful and learn how and when a pup can be corrected.
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