 Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: Jasmine Dillon ]
#252333 - 09/12/2009 10:29 AM |
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Of course a leash and some vocal cues help. I usually slow down before turns and such and have never really had a problem with him getting in the way - it's been a fairly intuitive experience.
My experience as well. I taught Casey "Left" and "Right" when we walked, and she's got them down pretty well. I also taught "Whoa." Now, she'll happily trot or run beside my bike, turn when I ask, and slow when I ask. I use other vocal cues constantly (i.e., "Let's go" or "Watch me," or "That's right," etc.) Keeps her focused on me and the run.
Start slowly, as with all things, and it can be a great time.
For what it's worth, when I had three dogs, I'd use some old rock climbing rope to tie them in a makeshift fashion like a sled team, Casey in front, Jax and Ivan behind. Casey would lead, going LEFT! or RIGHT! as commanded, and the boys -- who weren't that smart, really -- just chased the girl. That's what boys do best, after all. 
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: Jeff Brosius ]
#252461 - 09/13/2009 12:44 PM |
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i've tried the bike thing when i was at my brother's house in the suburbs. it WOULD really be great, if I could find wide enough sidewalks or other areas to do it around here.
I did actually just come across a little athletic field down the street that is the most fenced in one i have found. she could still slip out the main gates if i didn't catch her in time, but she usuall has pretty good recall, of course except when she sees another dog.
has anyone tried the weighted vest type thing? i don't even know if they make one for a little dog?
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: jenn verrier ]
#252487 - 09/13/2009 07:27 PM |
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i've tried the bike thing when i was at my brother's house in the suburbs. it WOULD really be great, if I could find wide enough sidewalks or other areas to do it around here.
I'll ride in the road, obeying the rules of traffic the same as if I were in my car, and don't have any trouble. There's a certain mindset when you ride a bike in the street: You have to be assertive and "claim" the lane, for example, but it can be done.
I suppose it helps that the Denver suburbs are really bicycle-friendly, and seeing someone on a bike on the road is a common occurrence. (Seeing someone on a bike on the road with a dog pulling them, however, isn't quite so common.)
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: jenn verrier ]
#252518 - 09/14/2009 08:14 AM |
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has anyone tried the weighted vest type thing? i don't even know if they make one for a little dog?
I'm not sure about the implications of using one on a little dog. I know they come in a small size and you can get some really tiny packs, too, so I would imagine if the dog is healthy and structurally sound it could help.
I used one regularly on walks when I was dealing with the worst of the reactive behavior. I felt like it really helped a lot. It was one of my favorite tools during that time. I still like it on days when time is a little short or the weather is particularly disagreeable and my dog may not get a full walk.
As an aside, I just took my 'recovering' reactive dog to a HUGE dog event...hundreds of dogs around...and he was calm and well-mannered. It took almost two years for him to get to that point, but he was a pretty serious case and he DID get there. So the the training and work DOES pay off. 
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: Kristel Smart ]
#252536 - 09/14/2009 10:49 AM |
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Just because you guys have started to bring up doing topics about biking, weighted vests, extreme amounts of exercise, etc, I have a question. Has anyone experienced a dog who actually became more reactive due to overexertion?
-Lamarr
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: Lamarr Couttien ]
#252540 - 09/14/2009 11:03 AM |
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Sure. Young dogs, especially puppies can get like toddlers: They can wind right up when they are over-tired, but once in their crates they conk right out. You wouldn't exercise a young dog with weights, bikes, etc. though.
Like anything, some common sense has to be used. A tired dog is a happy dog in that it's not filled with frustrated energy. Every dog has a limit though. OVERexertion isn't good in any circumstance.
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: Kristel Smart ]
#252541 - 09/14/2009 11:05 AM |
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I wouldn't put any weight on or run any dog with a bike under 2 years of age. Some start at 18 months but with a dog as big as a Rott I'd wait till 2.
Kristel's answer was really good: too much exercise can wind up any dog. I saw this in my puppies when they had too much play time.
Like taking a child to an amusement park or even a birthday party - lol.
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
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#252544 - 09/14/2009 11:16 AM |
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I wouldn't put any weight on or run any dog with a bike under 2 years of age.
Glad you made that point...it's pretty important. I also only use weights for walking. I wouldn't use a weighted vest for anything like going running or playing fetch.
I love the amusement park/birthday party analogy. Pretty spot-on.
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: Kristel Smart ]
#252565 - 09/14/2009 01:22 PM |
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my dog is 4, and i think she could handle the weights. i might try it, would just have to find a small enough vest.
re: bike lanes and such. i live in dc, and it's scary riding a bike around here alone let alone with a dog! I'll have to try some of the more quiet neighborhood streets i guess.
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Re: Dog reactive dogs
[Re: jenn verrier ]
#252609 - 09/14/2009 06:44 PM |
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Thank you for answering my post about overexertion. I have dealt with this issue with some dogs, but I wanted to make sure we covered all our bases in this thread. It is very much so a valid point and I don't think many people realize that too much exercise can be just as bad as too little.
Also, with the weighted vest with rottweilers. I find vest you need the dog to be ready both physically and mentally to carry a weighted vest. I have found most rottweilers to not posses both of these until closer to 3 years old. I have always followed this rule with my rottweilers but again, that is just me.
-Lamarr
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