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Question
What advice would you give to an owner who's dog sits on the sofa and growls when he is asked to get down?
That it's dangerous behavior, of course depending on the breed of dog, as I don't know if this is a 4 lb. Chihuahua or a 80 pound German Shepherd that's on the couch. The dog doesn't respect the owner as a leader or as boss. I would never take that from a dog. Need to hire a trainer to fix the issue.
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Answers by Expert:
Chicago Dog Trainer J. Hack
Expertise
Jennifer of http://www.DynamicDogsChicago.com I can answer all questions on dog behavior, including common behavioral problems/issues and how to solve them. Many behaviors are natural and normal to dogs, but if it bothers the owner, it is an "issue". NO MATTER WHAT I TELL YOU OVER THE COMPUTER- your dog has to be evaluated in person and you need the help of a qualified dog trainer, especially for aggression issues. All dogs need a foundation of obedience, because you cannot properly correct behavior if a dog isn't trained. It is not very helpful for me to instruct you on a dog I have never seen in person, and an owners interpretation of the behavior isn't always correct, so try to just describe it, without adding in what YOU think it means. PLEASE NO MORE QUESTIONS ON HOUSEBREAKING
Experience
Experience in the area
I am a Professional Dog Trainer and Behaviorist in Chicago IL. I have experience with ALL breeds of dogs. I have been around dogs all my life and have studied dogs in both behavioral research and theory, as well as hands-on. I have learned much from other highly experienced and successful trainers and behaviorists. I have fixed behavioral problems in all types of pets for clients, as well as my rescue dogs. I can read dogs, understand them, and apply things individually to each dog.
Publications
http://www.examiner.com/x-7848-Chicago-Dog-Training-Examiner
Education/Credentials
Certified dog trainer, background in Psychology (for humans), I don't need "certifications" on paper, as my proof is in my results- fixing problems. Experience should be hands-on, too, not just reading studies and books although an education of scientific principals is important. Apprenticeships, self-taught, experience...
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