I never realized how many professional trainers I had in my neighborhood until I got this pup and have been reading everything I can on this website. I get comments on why do you keep your dog in a cage, why don't you let your puppy run free and be a pup and on and on. My dumb question is this. Roscoe is now 13 weeks old and loves to play tug with his rope, but when I run with him he will start to chase my leg and start humping. A neighbor was driving by and stopped and said my pup was being dominant towards me and that I better control while he is young. Is this correct and if so what should I do? Now I just kind of bump him off and say no. Thanks Ron
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Yes, this can be a sign of dominance but your pup is still very young. I'd just do as you've been doing except perhaps make sure you're saying no as if you really meant it in a low growling voice. And perhaps give the pup some kind of acceptable alternative behavior such as something to carry, or doing a few obedience exercises even if you have to assist him to obey.
As far as all the well-meaning I'm sure, "trainers" go just ignore them and follow what Ed and some of the other experienced trainers here tell you. And even then, use your common sense. You know your pup better than anyone.
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