Good to know that I'm somewhat pointed in the right direction. I realize that Amy is a dog that a novice really shouldn't have, but she's really trying to fit in. She has a home here.
Hi Jen,
As Connie stated, just keep marching on is best. My shelter dog, also, does not care for other dogs. She will also lunge/react, esp if the other dog is given the opportunity to run towards us (unfortunately, some bozos let their dogs do this,in a leashed area) Anyway.....I never leave for an outing without a pocket of treats. If I see another dog, I am now able to refocus her on me with verbal commands...."leave it" and esp I just keep walking, and our cue is "here" and she then follows me. I've really worked on rewarding eyecontact also. So a quick "here" she walks with me, and then looks at my eyes, I reward, and off we go.
I always kinda stay on the offense, to set ourselves up as to not be in any kind of dicey situation, if at all possible.
Also, if visitors are over, I keep her in her crate, when she is let out, I just tell everyone to IGNORE the dog, and she is fine.
Good Luck, She is what she is, you just have to know how to properly manage her environment to keep everyone safe!
Thanks again, Jennifer, for giving this formerly abused veteran a loving home -- Akitas are a really wonderful breed which make VERY loyal & protective pets (I wouldn't trade my Akita-girl for anything)...
But as you mention, training one takes plenty of knowledge, consistancy, and some special care, plus considerable strength of body & will -- Please study Ed's article on "groundwork"
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Re: An Old Akita
[Re: Connie Sutherland ]
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