Barking when told "No"
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Bella's Dad wrote: The only thing that works is putting her on a leash and not letting her have the run of the house.
Sounds like you have a solution. I am a huge fan of the indoor leash. I still keep one on Maggie to ensure good behavior. Also, when Maggie is annoyingly barky or demanding, I put her in her crate for a timeout. She has a treats and toys in there so I am not worried about negative associations. Sometimes she just needs a nap. Good luck! |
I would think that part of this could be an age thing but you don't want her grow up and continue this. It also sounds like it could be a dominance issue. I am newer to the boards and have only seen one mention of Cesar Millan(the Dog Whisper) but I'm a fan and I think because so many of us love our puppies like children we do treat them as children. Since the leash works I'd go with that. Because a leash allows you to "lead" your dog you're asserting dominance over the puppy and telling her that you're the alpha dog/pack leader/parent (depending on how you want to look at it). I also agree with Valerie that time out is good. You may want to also try eye contact  This is obviously a bit difficult with many OES but telling the pup "No" in a "calm assertive" voice while also making eye contact is intimidating. The eye contact may be enough to help your baby realize that you mean business. [/url] |
| It sounds like Bella isn't ready for the fun to stop. She isn't picking up on your signals that the fun is over. She may need a slower wind down from the fun.
Try to set a routine, such as having her get a drink of water and then a dog cookie/treat. Then have her lay down down while you pet her. Or some similar routine that works for you. It will take several weeks of consistent repetition for her to learn the signals. Good luck! It's wonderful to have a pup who loves to be with you! |
| We had a similar experience with Molly when she was about the same age. If we told her to go outside (when we were going out) she would refuse to move and pretend to grab you when you went for her collar. She also started ignoring the command to sit and lie down when she was being told off for something and would run off and get one of her toys - embarresing when you're out with her!
We took it as a dominance issue and started being more dominant with her. We cut her hair over her eyes and would stand in her space above her, look her in the eyes to tell her off and make her lie down. We would also ignore her for 20 minutes which she hated! A friend who is a vet said some dogs do go through a teenage rebellion phase but as long as you are firm and establish they are below you in the pack it's fine....and it is she's such a good, well behaved, outgoing lovable dog now. ....i really should put a new picture of her on here. |
| Thanks, to all, for the good advice. I think that the best thing about this forum is that you realize that others have the same problems with there dogs as well. |
Bella's Dad wrote: Thanks, to all, for the good advice. I think that the best thing about this forum is that you realize that others have the same problems with there dogs as well.
We may have the same problems, but don't handle them the same way. I don't look at anything being "dominant" at all. Our dogs try to communicate with us, and it is up to us to figure out what they are trying to say. I agree with being firm, but I feel that gentleness, and kindness and rewards for good behavior makes for a happy, confident dog. Any kind of intimidation, such as restraining, staring, and forceful handling makes for a fearful dog that may not be trusted. So I think it depends on what kind of relationship you want to have with your pooch. I don't use the terms "alpha" or "above in the pack" or "boss" or anything like that. I truley believe using those terms and what is suggested behind them is doing a diservice to our dogs. It is NOT how they understand. Honestly, they are not trying to take over the world. They are trying to figure out how to fit in. |
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