Sonya Anderson Webboard User Reg: 03-05-2010
Posts: 75
Loc: Georgia
Offline
Quote: connie sutherland
Quote: sonya anderson
... I bought the remote collar to at least try to curb the x-pen aggression. I want them to be able to be in the same room so we can all share family time without the fence fighting ...
Yeah true, I do recall someone here told me NOT to use the shock collar to curb the agression (well they were sarcastic but the message got through).
I never did use it, because the advice given here was very sound, it would have been throwing gasoline onto the fire.
I did hire a professional local dog trainer, she breeds and trains Schutzhund dogs, German Shepherds, she trained police dogs. The sits and downs weren't the solution. After the second lesson (I paid for 5 lessons, had 2) she said "he is clowning around". And he was; sits/downs weren't going to fix anything. He was throwing himself down with a big grin saying "ladies don't be so serious".
Connie Sutherland Moderator Reg: 07-13-2005
Posts: 31571
Loc: North-Central coast of California
Offline
Well, yes, the "shock" collar, too, definitely. But I meant to point to "I want them to be able to be in the same room so we can all share family time" as being such a long way from actual separation.
That was the "long route" I meant, and was congratulating you on.
But yes, you're right: you decided against the e-collar, too. Also a very good step.
If anyone offered the advice of "permanently separate the males" in different rooms I must have missed that. If i recall I was the "new clueless person" that didn't know how to handle aggressive dogs.
The internet can be tricky because sometimes the way a person writes can be interpreted to mean something else completely. Sonya you sound defensive to me. Is this a post to share a good outcome, or to; one up people whose advice you didn't appreciate? Everyone is really glad when there is a happy outcome for dog and owner no need to become defensive. Congrats on your work with your pup. Any pictures?
Sonya Anderson Webboard User Reg: 03-05-2010
Posts: 75
Loc: Georgia
Offline
Quote: sheila buckley
The internet can be tricky because sometimes the way a person writes can be interpreted to mean something else completely. Sonya you sound defensive to me. Is this a post to share a good outcome, or to; one up people whose advice you didn't appreciate?
Defensive? Gosh...why would one be defensive when facing a bunch of alpha and beta dog telling the "new dog" what is what in a very dominant "grovel on your back new dog" sort of way?
I am not even into obedience training, but I was really desperate and thought well Schutzhund dogs are aggressive and their trainers know about dominant dog personalities so maybe the answers are here. I wasn't trying to fit in with some forum I was desperatly seeking advice regarding a rather serious dominant dog issue which I did not have the knowledge to manage. Thankfully being ushered out of here brought out plan b...well more like plan c...or maybe plan d...and the answers were found.
My point? Not every "new person" is worthy of disdain. If people are NOT familiar with the breed tell those seeking info to find people that ARE familiar with the breed, as all dogs are not the same!
Sonya Anderson Webboard User Reg: 03-05-2010
Posts: 75
Loc: Georgia
Offline
Thank you Betty. He is an awesome dog. A few that met him said "he is an old soul, his eyes". Odd since I have never heard people say that about a canine, much less one of my own.
Well, thankfully you were able to endure us long enough to really take in the several instances that separation was advised. And thanks for letting us all know how well the separation advice worked. Not bad for a bunch of folks unfamiliar with the breed.
Defensive? Gosh...why would one be defensive when facing a bunch of alpha and beta dog telling the "new dog" what is what in a very dominant "grovel on your back new dog" sort of way?
Sonya, you have a flair for the dramatic I wasn't part of the original thread but I did read it the other night and I would say the "Disdain" was a two way street.:wink:
Let by gones be by gones and enjoy your success and by keeping it positive you can share your experience some day and help someone who is in need like you were.
Now in regards to the photo: He is one impressive dog. I too see the old soul eyes!
When purchasing any product from Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. it is understood
that any and all products sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. are sold in Dunn
County Wisconsin, USA. Any and all legal action taken against Leerburg Enterprises,
Inc. concerning the purchase or use of these products must take place in Dunn
County, Wisconsin. If customers do not agree with this policy they should not
purchase Leerburg Ent. Inc. products.
Dog Training is never without risk of injury. Do not use any of the products
sold by Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. without consulting a local professional.
The training methods shown in the Leerburg Ent. Inc. DVD’s are meant
to be used with a local instructor or trainer. Leerburg Enterprises, Inc. cannot
be held responsible for accidents or injuries to humans and/or animals.
Copyright 2010 Leerburg® Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. All photos and content on leerburg.com are part of a registered copyright owned by Leerburg Enterprise, Inc.
By accessing any information within Leerburg.com, you agree to abide by the
Leerburg.com Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Re: Update on Anatolian -- Dog Aggression Issues
Top
I wasn't part of the original thread but I did read it the other night and I would say the "Disdain" was a two way street.:wink:
Previous Topic
Index
Next Topic
