May 18, 2011
My 14 week old GSD is doing well with the training. The only problem is the dog's inability to walk on the street especially when cars are passing by. In fixes for this?
Full Question:
Hi Cindy,You probably recall me ordering various DVDs training last June. My 14 week old GSD is doing well with the training. The only problem is the dog's inability to walk on the street especially when cars are passing by. He is so stressed out that he pulls the leash and wants to go back home. No amount of encouragement or treats works. He is okay to walk in the park or in our back garden but becomes a problem when we take him out on the street. I wonder if you have a suggestion on how to deal with this problem.
Kind regards.
Armando
Cindy's Answer:
This is a common problem with puppies. If you do some searching on the website you will see that this question has been answered quite a bit.
I’d use food to manage his anxiety, and move far enough back from the street so he will take treats. If he’s too worried to take the treats, then he’s not ready for that level of distraction yet and you need to back up your training. Don’t force him. This is a gradual process for some pups.
If you don’t make this a big deal and back off putting him in such a high stress situation, he should come out of it just fine. A lot of puppies are worried about traffic at first.
Cindy Rhodes
I’d use food to manage his anxiety, and move far enough back from the street so he will take treats. If he’s too worried to take the treats, then he’s not ready for that level of distraction yet and you need to back up your training. Don’t force him. This is a gradual process for some pups.
If you don’t make this a big deal and back off putting him in such a high stress situation, he should come out of it just fine. A lot of puppies are worried about traffic at first.
Cindy Rhodes
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