Connie Sutherland wrote 03/20/2009 04:05 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: randy allen ] #232326 - 03/20/2009 04:05 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	Quote: randy allen Sam, The way I read your posting is as fear aggression from the dog. Quote: 'When this does happen I try to remain calm/relaxed and not acknowledge her fear.' And: 'someone stops to look at her she will attempt to hide behind myself,my oder dog or pull on the lead in the opposite direction.' I was saying don't put her that kind of situation. If it's not to be a permanent issue, this is the time to address it, and I wouldn't force it on her. No matter what you plan to do with the dog. If my dog isn't learning, I'm doing something wrong. Randy This is what I was saying too. I was saying no, don't take her to a busy cafe where she is anxious. I was saying no, don't make her submit to inspection from passers-by -- just keep on marching along. This is the time to build up (not test) her confidence and to protect her from what she is frightened of (for now), only gradually moving closer and closer to the fearful thing while you work with her. Your expectations are fine, but you have some work to do first. Do you know marker training?
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randy allen wrote 03/20/2009 04:34 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: Connie Sutherland ] #232330 - 03/20/2009 04:34 PM
randy allen Webboard User Reg: 08-30-2007 Posts: 3283 Loc: Offline	Myself, I rather thought the vest was one of my better ideas in a long time. If my dog isn't learning, I'm doing something wrong. Randy
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Aaron Myracle wrote 03/20/2009 04:38 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: randy allen ] #232332 - 03/20/2009 04:38 PM
Aaron Myracle Webboard User Reg: 06-06-2008 Posts: 5062 Loc: WA, USA Offline	Made sense to me... but that's not necessarily a vote of confidence, if you know what I mean. Work at the dog's comfort level, and then slowly close that gap. Have "strangers" give the dogs little bits of hotdog and other really yummy food, so he'll learn that strangers can actually be FUN!
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Connie Sutherland wrote 03/20/2009 04:58 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: randy allen ] #232334 - 03/20/2009 04:58 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	Quote: randy allen Myself, I rather thought the vest was one of my better ideas in a long time. If my dog isn't learning, I'm doing something wrong. Randy This may not be universal, but I have found when working with service dogs in training that the vest can trigger conversation/inquiries from other humans. I am now pretty good at putting up a hand in a "do not approach" way while still smiling. If you go the vest route (or actually, even if not), I'd practice the art of non-engagement.
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sam richards wrote 03/20/2009 05:02 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: Aaron Myracle ] #232338 - 03/20/2009 05:02 PM
sam richards Webboard User Reg: 03-18-2009 Posts: 7 Loc: Offline	I guess I have made the mistake of making "people watching" an exercise!!We usually go for a walk,then grab a coffee & sit by the beach and watch.I thought that by doing this she will get to observe the environment around her/used to different sounds etc.I will cease this andd stick to forward movement when out in less populated areas.It seems more comforting to her.Perhaps I had a "get back on the horse" kind of mentality? I cant say im familiar w/ marker training.I do use the word "yes" when she gives me her attantion etc and ahh ahh when she has done the wrong thing.Is this along the line?I will read up on this form of training.Any reccomended articles/books would be apprecieted. Cheers,Sam
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Aaron Myracle wrote 03/20/2009 05:03 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: sam richards ] #232339 - 03/20/2009 05:03 PM
Aaron Myracle Webboard User Reg: 06-06-2008 Posts: 5062 Loc: WA, USA Offline	People watching is good, as long as you can control the distance.
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randy allen wrote 03/20/2009 06:27 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: Connie Sutherland ] #232363 - 03/20/2009 06:27 PM
randy allen Webboard User Reg: 08-30-2007 Posts: 3283 Loc: Offline	I quess I've just given up on caring whether people like me or not Connie. I'm none to subtle when interupted while working with the dog. I just thought even the most curious would have their questions answered with a sign that said Dog in training, especially if my attention was centered on the dog......not on passers-by. Experience speaks volumes though, Connie. Attitude speaks louder then anything else. Randy
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Connie Sutherland wrote 03/20/2009 06:32 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: randy allen ] #232365 - 03/20/2009 06:32 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	Quote: randy allen I quess I've just given up on caring whether people like me or not Connie. I'm none to subtle when interupted while working with the dog. Oh, I couldn't care less about that. I just do not want anger or antagonism or anything else directed towards us, though, when I'm working with the dog. And a shy or anxious dog, even more so. I want a calm backing off.
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Connie Sutherland wrote 03/20/2009 06:34 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: randy allen ] #232366 - 03/20/2009 06:34 PM
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005 Posts: 31571 Loc: North-Central coast of California Offline	Quote: randy allen I just thought even the most curious would have their questions answered with a sign that said Dog in training, especially if my attention was centered on the dog......not on passers-by. Randy Most people, yes. "Service Dog in Training" can trigger questions, though, so I learned a back-off signal that was still not antagonistic. No eye contact, distant, no engagement, but not likely to bring out the shoulder-chip.
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randy allen wrote 03/20/2009 07:16 PM Re: shy puppy [Re: Connie Sutherland ] #232371 - 03/20/2009 07:16 PM
randy allen Webboard User Reg: 08-30-2007 Posts: 3283 Loc: Offline	Hmmmm, I've gotta learn this strange body language people use. Do they 'mostly' respond positively to it? Randy
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