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| Subject | Date Asked |
| bowel movements in crate | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: I have had my spayed female St. Bernard for a month. I got her from a rescue organization. They ... A: Christina, Thanks for writing. The short answer is that 12 hours is too long to expect her to hold ... | |
| humping!! | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: What can I do to make my 40lb shepard mix Porsche stop humping my two boston terriers? I realize ... A: You didn't mention if this occurs when you are present or absent. I'll assume it's when you are ... | |
| Retraining a dog to go on the paperafter a move | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: I moved a month ago and now my 3 1/2 year old shitzu has decided to stop going on the paper. We ... A: Moving can be stressful for our dogs. Did your schedule change? A schedule change may also cause ... | |
| aggesive | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: Shes a pretty good dog and gets along with everyone. The problem I have is if she finds something on ... A: The obvious solution to this one behavior is to teach her "Trade". The fact that she challenges you ... | |
| car riding anxiety | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: We have a sweet quiet one and a half year old female Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Sunshine. ... A: I'm not sure how I can help with this problem. It seems odd to me (as I'm sure it does to you too), ... | |
| Aggresive Behavior | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a Lab Mix possibly Lab/Pit. Lucy is 1 year & 2 month old. She tends to fight with my Chiwauwa ... A: Basically you'll need to train the young dog. Teach her what you want - instead of focusing on what ... | |
| dog chases shadows | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: My friends 7 yr. old dog from a breeder is constantly looking down and chasing shadows, even in the ... A: It's impossible for me to offer specific instructions without knowing more about the situation. ... | |
| death among littermates | 3/30/2008 |
| Q: Wondering if you have any insight on behavior among littermates when one of the littermates passes ... A: Sorry to hear of your loss. "Do you have access to any research on this? Is there anything we can ... | |
| yorky terrier | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: i have a 7 year old yorky, she has been very good with going on potty on the training pads,recently ... A: First get her checked out by your vet. Anytime there is a sudden change in house training habits, ... | |
| Separation anxiety | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: We have had Kuma for almost the past 5 years. We acquired him from a rescue at 8 months of age. He ... A: Separation anxiety is one of the most misdiagnosed behavioral conditions. The hallmarks of ... | |
| Agressive Behavior When Being Left Behind | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: My son and his family have a male Yorkshire Terrier named Hunter that I babysit fairly often. ... A: Sorry, addressing aggression via this board is not realistic. The solution involves teaching that ... | |
| pit bull mix: Is this the pupy for me? | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: Two weeks ago, my family adopted an 8 week old puppy from out local SPCA. He was presented to us a ... A: "After my dog has matured, been adequately socialized, and completed obedience training, will I ever ... | |
| Terrified Pomeranian | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: 4 Months ago I adopted a 4 year old pomeranian. Chloe has gotten along very well with me and my ... A: I can help. She has no idea of why your husband scolded her, but she did learn that he is ... | |
| 2 Standard Poodle Puppies | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can help us with some advice. We have a neutered male 7-month old standard poodle puppy ... A: Do you have any reason to believe that Cosmo will hurt her? Has he ever been around other puppies? ... | |
| male puppy too | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a great little (ten pounds) 7 1/2 month Havanese/Bichon Frise puppy named Charlie. We've had ... A: You can train him at home, but you'll need some instructions beyond email help and advice from ... | |
| male puppy too "randy" | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: I have a great little (ten pounds) 7 1/2 month Havanese/Bichon Frise puppy named Charlie. We've had ... A: It's not unusual for puppies to mount. Neutering will probably not reduce the behavior. Mounting ... | |
| Peeing Puppy | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: MY 6 month old Jack Russell has wet on me 3 times. I fear it is a territoral issue between my 7 year ... A: Exactly what was happening when your Trixie urinated on you? Where on you did she urinate? Were you ... | |
| pet doors | 2/19/2008 |
| Q: Why is it important for a pet to have a pet door? A: Pet doors are used to give pets access to the outdoors, when people are gone or when people would ... | |
| Chocolate lab obsessive behavior | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a nine year old chocolate lab with a few obsessive tendencies that seem to be getting worse ... A: John, Thanks for the question. Has he always done these behaviors at some level? Or does these ... | |
| beagle barks at other dogs | 2/17/2008 |
| Q: We have a six-year-old beagle that we rescued two years ago. Whenever she hears or sees another ... A: Forget about stopping the bark :), the answer lies in teaching her the meaning of bark and quiet. ... | |
| schnauzer behavior | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 yr old min schnauzer that continuously runs around because he seems to be expelling gas. ... A: Unfortunately, it's way out of my area of behavioral health. This is a medical or diet problem. If ... | |
| behavioural problems | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: i am planning to buy a lhasa apso.so i have started to research about them.i read that some of them ... A: Khushi, Thanks for writing. I have many clients with Lsahas that are housetrained and very ... | |
| Aggression | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old male Doberman that I have had since he was 8 weeks. When he was 4 mos old he ... A: It sounds like a communication problem first, and an aggression problem. Some of it can be solved by ... | |
| house-breaking | 12/23/2007 |
| Q: My 10-month old Malti-poo has been trained to pee outside but she will not poop anywhere but in the ... A: The fact that she urinates outside is great! It's much more difficult to fix that - simply because ... | |
| Puppy Aggression | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: about a month ago we acquired a female rottweiler puppy. She is very affectionate. She is now about ... A: A 3 month old puppy is rarely aggressive. They are too young. She is not challenging you and no, you ... | |
| dog defecating in the house | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: My lhasa mix, Lexie, who is 5 years old, has defecated in the house 3 times, on the carpet, in the ... A: Anytime there is a sudden lapse in housetraining, I think about medical issues. Since it's only ... | |
| dog behavior | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: we have 2 dogs, a 2 yr old lhasa apso, and a one yr old poodle, both which we have had since they ... A: It means there is a sort of imbalance. Dog-dog aggression is a complex subject. There are volumes of ... | |
| dog destroying kennel | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: We rescued a dog back in August that had previously been left in yard tied up and starved. We ... A: I'm not sure what caused the change in her behavior. Has anything about your schedule or house hold ... | |
| My 10 month old lab is urinating sporadically, among other things. | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: I'm going to make this kinda easy, and list the couple of problems that we are having with our 10 ... A: As for the urination problems - have your dog checked by your vet. It is likely to be a medical ... | |
| Feeding problem with 10 dogs | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: My dogs, yes 10 of them, are extremely excited and aggressive at feeding time. They bark, jump, and ... A: Wow, that's quite a lot you've got there. I'm sure each has an equally interesting story. I'll be ... | |
| my dog is sad | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: We have had our dog Dudley for ten years now. He is a terrier mix that we adopted. We have moved ... A: I agree with you - yes, moves can be stressful but 6 weeks should be enough time to recuperate. ... | |
| Dog behaving strangely | 12/3/2007 |
| Q: my dog's name is Ruby and I have had her for about 8 years. I am not sure of her age, we got her at ... A: Perhaps the noise you made while remodeling frightened her? No telling why she has this change- and ... | |
| puppy walking | 12/2/2007 |
| Q: As a professional pet sitter, I've recently received a contract to walk a 3 month old golden ... A: Like you, I'm not sure if the puppy is fearful or just doesn't want to walk. Does she readily go ... | |
| new dog/old dog problems | 12/2/2007 |
| Q: We have two dogs. One is a Jack Russel mix almost a year old that we have had since she was a puppy- ... A: When dogs play, they usually reverse roles -dog A might chase dog B, then dog B chases dog A - dog A ... | |
| Belgian Malinious has to have a paw on me | 11/17/2007 |
| Q: We have a male Malinois the vet guessed at 2-3 years old. We have had him for 2 months. Someone has ... A: Dogs stay close for several reasons. It could be that he wants to keep "tabs" on you so that he is ... | |
| Our dogs misbehaving | 11/16/2007 |
| Q: Ok I will start from the beginning, I have two dogs that I adopted 1 year ago September. Both males ... A: I'm not sure if the problem is related to incomplete house training or other issues. From what ... | |
| behavior | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: i have a female mix(was told she was 1/2 husky 1/2 lab)her back reaches my knees and she is done. we ... A: Does this represent a change in behavior or has she been like this for some time? Without seeing ... | |
| don't know what is happening to my chihuahua... | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: my dog is a year old and she is mix of chihuahua and something ( don't know what, but size, shape ... A: Is it possible that she has mated with a male and is carrying pups? She may be going through some ... | |
| excessive sniffing/tracking | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old Maltese Poodle mix. I have owned him since he was a puppy. He recently has ... A: The behaviors you describe are compulsive behaviors. Since it represents a sudden change in ... | |
| Dog Behavior | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: My 2 year old Puggle, Clover, is a great dog in everyway possible. We rescued her from a local ... A: She is addicted to the brain chemistry that occurs when she gets naughty. Solving this problem ... | |
| dog wont bark | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: i have a 7 year old mixed dog and he has just become a house dog for aproximately a month. My ... A: If he will bark at any thing, then you can teach him to bark at specific things. Teach him to bark ... | |
| bloodhound food agression | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: my 5 month old bloodhound has food aggression bad. what can i do to correct this. she has come at ... A: You didn't mention if the aggression is directed at people or other animals. If directed at people, ... | |
| Miniature Schnauzers Jazz & Bell | 10/21/2007 |
| Q: I have two two year old female schnauzers. They both have a regular routine as I am a creature of ... A: There are devices you can buy that startle dogs when they snoop around. Tattle Tale is one such ... | |
| new separation anxiety since new home | 10/20/2007 |
| Q: We have always left our (now 10 yr old) shih-tzu in our closed bedroom when we are at work or out ... A: First rule out any medical issues by taking her to your vet for a checkup. Separation distress takes ... | |
| Mean puppy | 8/13/2007 |
| Q: my name is Erin and I have a puppy Named Dolce. We got her when she was six weeks old and she is ... A: There are too many for me to answer, but I can give you the names of some good books- Puppy Primer ... | |
| Male chi marking | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a male chi that came from a local shelter. We got him when he was about a year and a half ... A: It sounds as if your guy is marking due to stress and anxiety - because of the JRT. To reduce the ... | |
| Behavior problem after hair has been trimmed. | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a Japanese Spitz who is 1 year and 10 months old. We brought him to the vet to have his hair ... A: I've known dogs whose behavior changed drastically after being groomed. The ones I know were very ... | |
| silent dog | 8/11/2007 |
| Q: I bought a Golden Retriever, 7 months old. She does not make any noise. she does not bark or whine, ... A: Only a vet can tell if she has a medical problem. Not barking or vocalizing in any manner ... | |
| Cookie Update | 8/11/2007 |
| Q: This is an email update and question follow-up re: Cookie's elimination issues during Cold/Wet/Rainy ... A: Break your goal into smaller goals. For instance: 1) get Chicco to play as before 2)Get Cookie to ... | |
| Lab urniating while playing | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old black lab named Rocky. He is very sweet and trainable. He learned sit in about ... A: If you take him to the back every hour and he still "leaks" he might have a medical issue. The first ... | |
| Will my dog forget me while I'm at college? | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: I have a blue Chihuahua named Balou and we are very close. He is 3 years old and I have had him ... A: I don't think your dog will forget you and I do think he will adapt. Dogs are very adaptable- that's ... | |
| Bed wetting | 6/1/2007 |
| Q: I have 2 english bull terriers a male who is 8 months and we have had him since 7 weeks he was ... A: House training can be very frustrating! Here's an excerpt from my house training guide. I hope it ... | |
| Our dog peed on my husband | 6/1/2007 |
| Q: Our fawn pure bred pug (turned 2 years this May) has not been neutered and show signs of ... A: As to the breeding / neutering question- I My stance on breeding is this- if your dog is such a ... | |
| dog behaviour | 5/31/2007 |
| Q: My fully house trained - 4 year old jack russel has started defecating indoors every night. He ... A: If the dog is not urinating inside, then I'm not sure it's a behavioral problem. Many people only ... | |
| I'm ready to get rid of her! | 5/31/2007 |
| Q: I have a two year old female Chihuahua. She is not house trained. I have tried everything and ... A: There's nothing like an UN-Housetrained dog to take the fun out of ownership. You are not alone. ... | |
| My Sweet little Chi has slowly become aggresive | 5/30/2007 |
| Q: I have a sweet, loving 3 year old Chihuahua. She is a wonderful part of our family and loves each ... A: Some of those little ones don't seem to know their own size! Helping your girl is beyond what I can ... | |
| Shih Tzu Cold-Weather Elimination Issue | 5/30/2007 |
| Q: I adopted a 1 year old Female Pure-Bred Shih Tzu 2 months ago. Housetraining has been successful, ... A: It sounds like you are very patient and have tried various kind solutions - good for you! Getting ... | |
| My poodle needs help! | 5/29/2007 |
| Q: We just adopted a standard poodle- age 16 months. We got "Cotton" from a younger couple who no ... A: Some of the behavior is due to the tremendous changes in the dog's life. I'd give him about 10 days ... | |
| Moving House | 5/29/2007 |
| Q: I am moving into an apartment with a huge balcony. I have tryed to start toilet training my 5 y/o ... A: I believe you are on the right track! Hmmm.. why won't she eliminate on your balcony with the setup? ... | |
| Scared, shy, who knows | 5/28/2007 |
| Q: Our 3-year old female Alaskan Husky named Keen is driving us nuts. We adopted her out of a musher's ... A: No doubt, there are some genetic components to her behavior. I wish you were near me, I'd love to ... | |
| Swallowing stones! | 5/28/2007 |
| Q: Butterscotch, a six-year-old greyhound that we adopted three months ago, began picking up small ... A: Pica or eating non-food items is not unusual but can be dangerous. Solving the problem requires ... | |
| female canine acting very strange.... | 5/27/2007 |
| Q: We just cant figure her out! Our 5 1/2 year old shepherd/retriever mix is driving us crazy, she is ... A: Without taking a complete history, it's near impossible for me to take a stab at guessing why your ... | |
| peeing and pooping | 5/26/2007 |
| Q: my dog's name is Bruno. he is a 5 year old german shepherd...all black with a small amount of tan ... A: How does he walk on lead? Nicely - pulls, scared? Did he eliminate on -lead with his previous owner? ... | |
| Dog urinating in the car | 5/26/2007 |
| Q: I adopted Penelope in January. She is an 8 year old female Lab mix dog who spent 5 months in the ... A: Since the accidents are unique to the car, I'm thinking something about the car (or car rides) is ... | |
| vizsla puppy behavior | 5/25/2007 |
| Q: We recently adopted a 10 wk old Vizsla puppy -- She has only been with us for 5 days, so it may be ... A: First off, have you taken her to your vet for a complete physical? If not, do it soon. From your ... | |
| two male dogs? | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old neutered jack russell terrier and a 3 year old spayed labrador retereiver, and a ... A: Yes, male dogs can get along. If I were you, I'd purchase the booklet, Feeling Outnumbered? How to ... | |
| My dogs behavior | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: Not me but my uncle has got a dog which I know very well. Her name is Jackie and she is around 6 ... A: Whew! There have been many books written about aggression and it is a complex subject! Unfortunately ... | |
| My dogs behavior | 5/23/2007 |
| Q: Not me but my uncle has got a dog which I know very well. Her name is Jackie and she is around 6 ... A: Puppies mount other puppies long before they reach sexual maturity at about 6 months - so it not ... | |
| recent wetting in house | 5/22/2007 |
| Q: We have 2 chihuahuas: 5(Susie) and 4(Mia) year-old spayed females. We adopted Mia at about 9 months ... A: Did their annual checkup include a urinalysis? If not, you should get one for them both. If there ... | |
| female fighting with other dogs in the house | 5/22/2007 |
| Q: We have 6 dogs in our family. Three Golden Retrievers, Nana is 5, Lucy is almost 2 and Annie is also ... A: If the dogs are not trained, you'll need to teach them some basic behaviors before you can solve the ... | |
| maltese | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: we have 2 cats at home and 10 days ago we bought a Maltese dog he is 5 months old and he is very ... A: I'm not sure if occasional bits of cat food will threaten the health of your dog, but I know it's ... | |
| Male dog constantly showing aggression to male of the house | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 1yr old Male Japanese Spitz - Georgie. I have had him for 2 months now and he is a very ... A: In all probability Georgie is fearful of your husband. Treating this requires that you change ... | |
| Chihuahua with rage syndrome | 5/20/2007 |
| Q: We have a reoccurring problem with our 5 month old chihuahua. For no apparent reason she will go ... A: My first inclination is to say it's a medical problem. This is one of those cases where I can't ... | |
| Change in Dog's Behaviour | 5/19/2007 |
| Q: We have a 9 month old flat coat retriever whom we have had since she was 2 months old. She is a very ... A: Changes in schedules and in the environment have various effects on dog behavior. I can't comment on ... | |
| female dog urinating in the house | 5/19/2007 |
| Q: Turner: We just adopted a 4 year old female, spayed greyhound and she is wonderful. She is our 4th ... A: Urinating on the rug is not necessarily a sign of separation anxiety. Urinating on the bed is a sign ... | |
| Behavior Issues! | 5/18/2007 |
| Q: Please note: **I have a Male German Shepherd, 2 years old. NOT FIXED! **I have a Male Pug. 4 years ... A: Neutering male dogs does not "cure" aggression but does reduce roaming behaviors and marking ... | |
| my terrier is becoming a terror... | 5/18/2007 |
| Q: i have a 3 year old staffordshire terrier, male-neutered. i work for a veterinary clinic and feel ... A: Sorry to hear about your troubles. Modifying aggression is a process, not an event. Unfortunately ... | |
| dog looks sad | 5/17/2007 |
| Q: He was from a litter of 4 and both of his parents. He was very affectionate and lively day one. It ... A: I know some trainers suggest holding a dog down to teach the dog who is the leader, but this is ... | |
| Nibbling! | 5/17/2007 |
| Q: Why does our dog nibble on our sheets, pillows, and even our pajamas? She does no damage, just ... A: Some dogs lick or nibble due to stress. It's the same reason some people bite their fingernails. ... | |
| Dog's | 4/19/2007 |
| Q: We adopted a cocker spaniel 4 years ago. He is 11 years old. He was owned by a women who lived ... A: Dogs seem to like some people more than others. I've found that most dogs tend to hang out with the ... | |
| Older (6) dog peeing in the house | 4/18/2007 |
| Q: Rocky is a mix breed with the predominant characteristics of a Ridgeback. He's been to doggy ... A: Just curious, at what age was he neutered? I'm not sure if it's marking behavior or incomplete ... | |
| Old dogs around new puppy | 4/18/2007 |
| Q: The other day we brought home an 8 week year old Black lab, I have two older dogs both lab mixes ... A: As strange as it sounds, the older dogs are not quite sure about the puppy. They are frightened by ... | |
| Barking when excited. | 3/21/2007 |
| Q: I have a 10 yr. old chocolate lab. We have had her since whe was 7 wks. old. She is a house dog and ... A: Since she is 10 and has "always been hyper", she has a huge history of barking when she is excited. ... | |
| Schnoodle | 3/2/2007 |
| Q: My male schnoodle, Zorro, is almost 3 years old. He has been 100% housebroken for ages, however, we ... A: It's not uncommon for dogs with new found freedom to new rooms to have a lapse in house training. In ... | |
| Elimination & Agression Problem | 3/2/2007 |
| Q: Mr. Turner: I have visted your website prior to posting this question. My daughter inherited the ... A: Does the dog have access to food all day or do they feed her at specific times? If she eats at ... | |
| Carolina Dog barks only at 1 person | 1/2/2007 |
| Q: Jackson is a 1 1/2 year old Carolina Dog (American Dingo). He was adopted into our family of 2 ... A: Since your mother does nothing that we know of to trigger his responses, it really doesn't matter if ... | |
| 2 DOGS | 1/2/2007 |
| Q: I HAVE 2 DOGS. THEIR NAMES ARE REMIX AND FLAVA. THEY ARE BOTH BLACK LAB FEMALES. THEY ARE GREAT ... A: Sorry to hear of your troubles. Teaching two, 3 year old dogs to relax and play nice at the dog ... | |
| my dog's growling problem | 12/31/2006 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old golden retriever, named Shaydah(female) her problem started when she was 3. ... A: Shaydah has learned to like the bio-chemicals (adrenaline, dopamine, et cetera) that are released in ... | |
| Dominant Yorkie? | 12/31/2006 |
| Q: My 3 year old Yorkshire Terrier, male, named Neito has turned into a ball-playing terror. It seems ... A: I doubt the stair incident has anything to do with Neito's behaviors. His gradual change is the ... | |
| My dog wonders away with other people, what can I do to make it stop? | 12/30/2006 |
| Q: I have a 5 months jack terrier Russell. She is very disciplinary and playful when she's at home, but ... A: Off leash "come" is an advanced skill. First you have to master the basic skills.(smile) Attach a ... | |
| Timid chihuahua | 12/30/2006 |
| Q: We are having problems with a new chihuahua we got last Saturday, 12/23. Sweetie is three years old ... A: This is a very difficult if not impossible case to address on-line. I haven't seen your pup so ... | |
| Maturity. . . | 12/29/2006 |
| Q: We have two mini-Schnauzers. Both 6 years old. Both rescued from a rescue organization. Both ... A: Charlie sounds like a wonderful dog! I had a min schn named Fleetwood. He was quite a clown! As ... | |
| Dog eating bark | 12/27/2006 |
| Q: My 4 y/o male springer has started eating the bark off my tree in the backyard. Within the past ... A: I can help. My first suggestion is to have your vet check him out. There are several medical issues ... | |
| urinating | 12/27/2006 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old Australian shepherd/German shepherd mix female dog named Dakota. I have owned ... A: Any time there is a sudden change in elimination habits, (such as a previously house trained dog ... | |
| extremely fearful, timid dog | 12/26/2006 |
| Q: We just adopted a 1 year old male brussels griffon from an animal shelter. Prior to being in the "no ... A: This is a very difficult if not impossible case to discuss on-line. Guys like your pup rarely "get ... | |
| Crate problems. | 12/26/2006 |
| Q: My Rough Collie, Ransom,is 9 1/2 years, and is healthy. Because of our new R.V. partial lifestyle, ... A: Male dogs don't usually mark their bedding or crates. It could be either a medical issue or a ... | |
| We need help! | 12/23/2006 |
| Q: We have a 16 week old male golden retriever puppy that is giving us fits! First, he had a bladder ... A: >>>>>Thanks for your quick reply. I will do the download >>>thing. Also, what I mean by 'dribbling' ... | |
| We need help! | 12/23/2006 |
| Q: We have a 16 week old male golden retriever puppy that is giving us fits! First, he had a bladder ... A: I can give you some accurate advice. I am not exactly sure what you mean by "dribbling" but in my ... | |
| My dog Tipsy | 12/22/2006 |
| Q: The first time I sent this question - it came back missing some - I'm resending to be sure it goes ... A: Sorry to hear of your troubles. For reasons that may or may not be logical (from our points of ... | |
| best dog | 12/20/2006 |
| Q: I would like to know the best kind of dog to have in a flat. It should be quiet, trusting, easy to ... A: It's refreshing to learn of people who think about breed specific tendencies before they get a dog. ... | |
| My dog follows me from room to room | 12/20/2006 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old female Great Dane / Rottweiler cross named Kodi. In the past 1-2 years she has ... A: In my (strict scientific) opinion dogs don't form packs with humans. It's a nice and popular way to ... | |
| Jo | 12/19/2006 |
| Q: We have a 13 yr old female(fixed) part german shephard mutt. Brought home from the animal shelter. ... A: One of the exercises when training protection dogs was to teach them to ignore food. We were very ... | |
| AGGRESSION BETWEEN DOGS IN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD | 12/18/2006 |
| Q: In June 2003 we got a 3-4 month old female springer spaniel mix from a litter of 4; the owners lived ... A: Inter dog aggression is a complex issue, especially when it is between dogs in the same household. ... | |
| Timid dog's fear of one person. | 12/17/2006 |
| Q: My daughter has recently taken over the care of a 4 year old Labrador bitch from a couple who were ... A: Extremely fearful dogs are not normal. >>>>>>>>"I have not given the dog any reason for this ... | |
| Dog behaviour | 12/16/2006 |
| Q: We have a Border Terrier Dog, he is over year old and we also have two adult Boxer Bitches who are ... A: Archie sounds like a turbo terrier! Destructive behavior directed at objects in the home is a sign ... | |
| 1yr old altered male yorkie spraying?? | 12/15/2006 |
| Q: Can altered males spray? My yorkie has been altered since 6 mos and all of a sudden I am noticing an ... A: When male dogs (usually unneutered)marks their territory, they tend to urinate on vertical surfaces. ... | |
| Lab Puppy | 12/15/2006 |
| Q: My family has recently acquired a new puppy from a rescue league. She is a mix between a chocolate ... A: Relationships between people and their dogs are complex. Five month old pups can be quite a ... | |
| WIERD BEHAVIOR | 12/14/2006 |
| Q: I HAVE A 2 YR OLD BORDER COLLIE.HE IS VERY AFFECTIONATE.HE SLEEPS ON THE BED AT FIRST,THEN GOES TO ... A: It is not uncommon for dog to bite a child when the child is trying to love or interact with the ... | |
| Nikita and Coco | 12/13/2006 |
| Q: Two of our three dogs is refusing to eat, drink or go outside when we are gone. We have a ... A: I can help, but I'm not sure how to address the situation without knowing more about the environment ... | |
| Pug Aggressiveness | 12/13/2006 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old un-neutered male pug. Every time we leave, he attacks our leg and sometimes ... A: The behaviors can be caused by a number of reasons. It's tough for me to determine if the behaviors ... | |
| Chihuahua & Pit Bull | 12/12/2006 |
| Q: I just got a tea cup Chihuahua which is 3 mo old, and my boyfriend has a pit bull that is 6mo.. ... A: It may be possible to teach Bubbs to play gently, but probably not realistic. Gentle play by a dog ... | |
| dog urinating in house | 12/11/2006 |
| Q: I have had my dog for 1 yr. and 2 mths. He was 2 mths. old when I got him. Lately(last month or ... A: If this represents a change in behavior, then it is very likely to be a medical issue. First take ... | |
| Chewing!! | 12/11/2006 |
| Q: My dh and I have a 11 month old terrier mix who we adopted back in August. We had a hard time ... A: Separation anxiety has four hallmarks or four types of behaviors that only occur when you are gone. ... | |
| Luna and the Heating Vents. | 12/10/2006 |
| Q: I have a question about my dog Luna. Luna is a female, black lab/boxer, 8 month old puppy. We have ... A: I'm guessing here, but I would be willing to bet that you tell her "IT's OK" and then try to console ... | |
| teaching "off"/not to jump | 12/8/2006 |
| Q: We have a 6 1/2 month old australian shepherd mix - male. He is a very good dog...a little shy, but ... A: First, attach a leash on him and never let him practice jumping up. Personally, I rarely teach ... | |
| growling | 12/8/2006 |
| Q: We have a German Shorthaired pointer named Lulu. She is now 5 months old and we purchased her from a ... A: Resource guarding (especially by a soon-to-be, large, powerful dog) is serious business. Buy the ... | |
| dog behavior, timid | 12/7/2006 |
| Q: I recently emailed you a question and loved your answer and now if you wouldnt mind, I have a follow ... A: First off, I applaud you for seeking a local specialist. There are many methods to address ... | |
| Non barking black lab | 12/6/2006 |
| Q: We adopted Rowdy 2 months ago. He is 15 month old. He has never barked or whined....ever. Not at a ... A: I'm not familiar with a Labrador line that is naturally non-vocal. There are some individual dogs of ... | |
| Older dog frightened of new pup | 12/6/2006 |
| Q: I have a female maltese silky cross "Scrappy" who is very young at heart and still enjoys playing ... A: One method to help Scrappy is to "pair" good things with the presence of Muffin. For Example: Give ... | |
| Polar Exploration, sled dogs | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: "I just saw a TV special on the Race to the Sout Pole. Why didn't the men bring the sled dogs into ... A: That's a darned good question, one that stumps me. I don't have experience with sled dogs at work. ... | |
| I dont understand my dogs urination! | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: WOW!!!! Thankyou soo much for your prompt and in depth reply, i'll do my best to answer your ... A: This guy sounds like a wonderful dog. I want him! (smile) Here are my thoughts. Get the medical ... | |
| I dont understand my dogs urination! | 12/4/2006 |
| Q: I have a male neutered Jack Russell Terrier who will be 2 years old in a months time. I have only ... A: I'll give your case all the effort I give a paying client! I can help. But I'll need more ... | |
| Bullying | 12/4/2006 |
| Q: I have a 14 month old bull mastif cross rotweiller dog(Reuben) and a 6 year old cavalier king ... A: Teach both dogs how to walk nicely on lead- teach one dog at a time. Once they both learn how to ... | |
| Acting out | 12/2/2006 |
| Q: Turner, We have a 1 yr & 5 month old Male Black Lab. We have had Buddy since he was 6 weeks old. ... A: I can help. Buddy has not learned the lesson because you have not taught him in a way that he ... | |
| Eating Mulch | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: I just rescued a pug (3 year old male)several weeks ago. He is doing great except that he always ... A: Eating non-food items or pica can occur for several reasons. Usually pica is a symptom of some other ... | |
| Bad Behavior | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: Additional information requested. The new puppy is house trained. The accidents seem to mostly ... A: From what you've told me, there is no one single cause for her inside elimination behavior. ... | |
| Bad Behavior | 11/30/2006 |
| Q: I'm having a behavior problem with my 9 month old dog Cricket. She is a german shepard/golden ... A: There are many reasons she might be urinating inside. I can help you figure out the cause and give ... | |
| Dog in heat aggression | 11/30/2006 |
| Q: Dog name: Isis Age: 2 years Breed: Husky/Rott mix Sex: Female Owned for: 2 years (the ... A: Without anyone actually seeing the incident, it's tough to guess why your girl got into a fight. ... | |
| Unsatiable hunger in my dog | 11/28/2006 |
| Q: My dog is a 13 year old male bichon frise who has been on prescription Science Diet U/D for a few ... A: When he whines and whines at 3am, 4am or 5am AND you give him food at 3am, 4am or 5am, why wouldn't ... | |
| Sudden change in dog's behavior | 11/28/2006 |
| Q: We have a standard poodle who we adopted, when she was 6 months old, from the Humane Society. This ... A: Sorry to hear of your troubles. Dogs are very adaptable. Outside of house training mistakes, a new ... | |
| boxer | 11/27/2006 |
| Q: He willeat dry food one week then starve himself the next.He is also funny with any meat except ... A: Generally speaking healthy dogs are not picky eaters. Some dogs have allergies to certain proteins ... | |
| Puppy instinct ? | 11/25/2006 |
| Q: My dog's name is Boudicca (Bouy), she is a 2 1/2 year old pure bred Eurasier that has not been ... A: Just curious - do you believe the digging behavior is related to her guarding behavior? Dogs dig ... | |
| seemingly spiteful urination | 11/25/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old spayed female westiepoo. She is housbroken. I've had her for a year. I also ... A: Multi-dog households can be challenging! The marking behavior is a social statement which can only ... | |
| my dog always rolls!! | 11/24/2006 |
| Q: Squiffy does it all the time inside the house & outside! When he does it we were told to ignore him ... A: Unfortunately it sounds as if Squiffy is afraid of you, walks and other dogs. >>>>I've started ... | |
| naughty boxer | 11/24/2006 |
| Q: To answer your questions - no, she doesn't escape from the backyard when we are not here and when ... A: In a nutshell, your girl need more exercise, more "people-time", more stimulation, and more ... | |
| Dog compatibilty | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: I am thinking about adopting a mother Springer Spaniel Age 4 and taking one of her pups She will ... A: It wouldn't matter if she had the pup or the pup was from another litter. In general, opposite ... | |
| naughty boxer | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: We have a rescued boxer cross that has been with us for about 18 months - she is approximately now 2 ... A: My first thoughts are - I wonder why hasn't she adapted to her environment? Does she escape from ... | |
| my dog always rolls!! | 11/20/2006 |
| Q: I have an 11month old jack russell terrier by the name of squiffy. I've had him since he was 10weeks ... A: The behaviorist you spoke with nailed the right advice! The very best way to decrease any one ... | |
| Dog started to be scared to drink | 11/20/2006 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old poodle. He has been drinking out of the same water bawl for all these 5 years ... A: Hmmm...... (that's me thinking) . . . . . . Have you tried a different bowl in a different ... | |
| retraining (housebreaking) old, deaf dog | 11/17/2006 |
| Q: My dog Casper, a white havanese, is totally deaf, 11.5 yrs old, and 9 lbs. He's been with me since ... A: How do you know which dog is eliminating inside? Dogs eliminate inside for many reasons - medical ... | |
| Puppy humps legs and furniture | 11/17/2006 |
| Q: My pup Maverick is just over 7 weeks old. He's a siberian husky and we've had him for 3 days. ... A: I've just got to say, Maverick is a neat name. This is the second time I've heard the name today. ... | |
| Aggressive Dogs | 11/16/2006 |
| Q: My dog's name is Snickers, she is a female Australian Shepard and I have had her for about 6 years, ... A: There are many many possible reasons that Snickers is behaving aggressively. Dog-dog aggression is a ... | |
| dog aggression | 11/15/2006 |
| Q: my shepherd/pit cross (shadow}started attacking other animals. this behaviour increased after ... A: It's not likely that the other dog's litter has anything to do with Shadow's aggression, but of ... | |
| Dog peeing pattern | 11/14/2006 |
| Q: We have a 10 month old border collie mix (spayed Female, named Mora) that we've had since August. ... A: I tend to agree with you about "more of a behavior issue", however, I should point out that all ... | |
| Sudden change in behavior | 11/13/2006 |
| Q: Our 6 year old pure bred Yorkshire Terrier, Kona, is a happy little guy and devoted to my husband ... A: When I first read your title , Sudden Change in Behavior, and before I read your post, my initial ... | |
| 2 Questions: Puppy eats everything! And an over-friendly Pom | 11/13/2006 |
| Q: ! I hope you may be able to help my 2 little bundles of trouble. I have 2 dogs - a 2 year old ... A: 1)The term for dogs that eat non-food items is pica. A form of pica when the dog eats stools is ... | |
| Puppy Agression | 11/12/2006 |
| Q: Five days ago we picked up a dog from a local animal shelter. Lexi is a female 5 month old ... A: I'm glad you found me. I'm not sure if the behavior you describe is aggression. In any event, ... | |
| Car chasing JRT... | 11/12/2006 |
| Q: I'm really hoping you can help us out!! We have a 7 month old Jack Russell that we can't walk ... A: You were sort of on the right track when you tried to get her to relax at a distance, but obviously ... | |
| Old dog scared [?] of new dog | 11/10/2006 |
| Q: My name is Caroline and I'm 18. My family brought home a new puppy last night for my mom's ... A: P.S. IT wouldn't hurt to buy the book - Feeling Outnumbered? How to Manage and Enjoy Your Multi-Dog ... | |
| Dog fights sparking amoung terreirs | 11/10/2006 |
| Q: I have three dogs Haylie a 3 year old spayed labrador retreiver, Luke a 2 year old male neutered ... A: Wow, that was close.....and it's is scary when our dogs fight. I like your decision to feed treats ... | |
| Aggression | 11/9/2006 |
| Q: "I have had my rednosed pitbull since she was 6 weeks old and have had some problems with her. She ... A: If more than one qualified trainer who was with you and the dog couldn't help you, I can't either. ... | |
| aggressive player | 11/9/2006 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old German Wirehaired Pointer that I got when he was 6 months old. Blitz has been ... A: Dogs play rough with other dogs, some rougher than others. The behaviors you describe sound like ... | |
| min pin marking | 11/8/2006 |
| Q: Sorry I left so much out. Here are the asnwers to your questions. They are both nuetered. They are ... A: First, order this book, Feeling Outnumbered? How to Manage and Enjoy Your Multi-Dog Household. ... | |
| light chasing | 11/8/2006 |
| Q: We just aquired a 7 month male daschund. We are his third family. He is crazy about lights and ... A: Sorry to hear about Gus's (I'll call him Gus) compulsive behavior disorder. Unfortunately these ... | |
| daughter's puppy fearful in the house | 11/7/2006 |
| Q: My daughter recently adopted a 4 mo old terrier mix puppy from a Pet Rescue center in north FL. The ... A: It's nice of you to help! Here's how I understand the situation, in a nutshell - the pup (I'll ... | |
| dog separation | 11/6/2006 |
| Q: My sister has two husky sisters,Nala and Nikita, they are 2 yrs old. Yesterday Nala got out of the ... A: Sorry for your sister's loss. I believe some dogs do go through a period of mourning. I'm not sure ... | |
| min pin marking | 11/6/2006 |
| Q: I would tend to say I am "dog savvy", have had numerous dogs, cats, etc. These two are stumping me. ... A: You pose an interesting and challenging problem. I'll need more information please. . . . . Marking ... | |
| bitting | 11/4/2006 |
| Q: I HAVE 4 DACHSHUNDS & HAVE NO PROBLEMS EXCEPT THE YOUNGEST MALE HE HAS ALWAYS BEEN AGGRESSIVE WITH ... A: If he is biting without any provacation or warning, there is nothing I can say to help. That being ... | |
| Getting a puppy for a companion for older fear aggressive dog? | 11/3/2006 |
| Q: I've been wanting to get another dog for quite awhile and feel I am ready. We have a 7 year old ... A: In general, opposite sex, canine playmates get along better than same sex playmates. That does not ... | |
| when to "let them work it out" and when to interfere? | 11/3/2006 |
| Q: We have a 9 year old shephard-hound mix (Max) that we adopted about 1 year and a half ago. He is ... A: Are both dogs neutered or are they intact? Since you've only had Griz for a week, it's a bit too ... | |
| dog licking and sniffing | 11/2/2006 |
| Q: We have a 18 month old American Staffordshire Terrier. He has been with us for about 3 months. He ... A: You didn't mention the context when he does this. The reason I ask is that in order to reduce this ... | |
| peeing on other's | 11/1/2006 |
| Q: I don't have a problem, just a question... i have 4 dogs. What does it mean when one pees then ... A: Glad to hear you haven't a problem! We don't really know why dogs do lots of things, but the topic ... | |
| digging dog | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: I have a female Lab/malemute that I adopted from an anmimal shelter. I have had her for about 3 ... A: It sounds as if you understand why she is digging - good for you! Obviously the area where you "let ... | |
| Puppy problems | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old female Chihuahua Pomeranian mix named Mercedes. Lately she has been very ... A: Changes in hormones and changing life stages can contribute to changes in behavior. I don't really ... | |
| Puppy love?jealousy,attention? all? | 10/30/2006 |
| Q: Is it playing, love, attention or what? I have 2 lab puppies. Blk female age 10 months almost 11 ... A: Of course dogs do play rough and they may be playing. Puppies under 12 weeks old have what we call ... | |
| Aggression | 10/30/2006 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old male long haired chihuahua.I have owned the puppy TEQUILA since he was 3 months ... A: You are already so close to doing what I recommend (smile) – I prefer the sequence, Interrupt ... | |
| Our newly anxious dog | 10/29/2006 |
| Q: Our dog is a 9 year old mixed breed terrier who's never given us a minute's problem til now. Due to ... A: Anytime there is a major change in schedule, housing or house members, our dogs can be affected, but ... | |
| optimum number of pet shelties | 10/29/2006 |
| Q: My friend has six shelties. I think that that is too many dogs for optimum happiness for a pet(s). ... A: Just like children, dogs need a bit of individual attention with their owners. Although it seems ... | |
| Rottweiler urinates in house and other problems. | 10/28/2006 |
| Q: have read a few of the questions on here and hope i provide enough info for you as i can for you to ... A: Ignoring your dog is not the answer. From the information you provided, I would not classify this ... | |
| Epileptic dog too hyper | 10/27/2006 |
| Q: My question is partly medical, partly behavioral. My husband and I adopted a 2 yr old Saint ... A: sorry to hear of your troubles. To determine if the behavior is related to strictly medical issues ... | |
| Counter-Surfing Ridgeback | 10/26/2006 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old, male Rhodesian Ridgeback. He is the sweetest dog in the world, but he is also ... A: I love your honesty. Say, before someone taught me how to communicate and motivate dogs, my dog ... | |
| Dominance problem with female chihuahua | 10/26/2006 |
| Q: Turner, I have a question regarding mounting/dominance? behavior in my three year old female ... A: It's amazing that a 3.5 dog can have such a huge personality, yes!?! It's out of my expertise, but ... | |
| dogs heavy salivation | 10/25/2006 |
| Q: My dog Chiba is an almost 1 year old male Pittbull. He is an indoor dog as we live in a ... A: If he appears happy, he is probably not distressed. Even though it is tempting (smile) we all know ... | |
| Dog peeing in the house | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old (not exactly sure, she is a rescue) female Chihuahua mix named Nico. We adopted ... A: There are many reasons dogs eliminate inside. It's best to determine why it's happening before ... | |
| Chasing shadows/lights | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: I am curious about my 7 month old lab. We have had him since he was 1 1/2 months old. I visited ... A: The behavior may or may not be a serious problem. It depends- will Jack skip meals to chase shadows? ... | |
| DOG IS TERRIFIED OF PEOPLE | 10/21/2006 |
| Q: We have an American Pit Bull Terrier, named Duncan, who is just shy of 10 months old. We have had ... A: Sorry to hear of your troubles. When dogs are 'terrified", brain chemistry is affected. Their ... | |
| behavior & Seperation anxiety | 10/20/2006 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old boxer pit mix. She seems to not want to listen. She always runs out in the ... A: Sorry to hear of you troubles. Many of the examples you listed are behaviors that I would ... | |
| Beagle licking carpets, etc. | 10/19/2006 |
| Q: Why would my small Beagle lick the carpet and eat the dustruffle of the bed? She even licks the bed ... A: Dog lick for several reasons. When they lick materials like the carpet, it could be due to medical ... | |
| fear aggression - level 1 | 10/18/2006 |
| Q: Zoe is a 1 yr old border collie mix. Her mother is a full breed border collie, and the sire is ... A: I'll start off with a quote from my website. "It's important to note that dogs who pick and choose ... | |
| Anxiety Problems with my dog | 10/16/2006 |
| Q: I have a 2 year old female spayed Cocker Spaniel-Chihuahua mix. I have had her since she was 3 mos ... A: Your case poses some challanges, the first of which is gathering more information. Here are some ... | |
| Puppy eating something other than food | 10/14/2006 |
| Q: I have a female, German Shpeherd & Keeshond mix that is almost 7 months old named Jelly. I'll have ... A: Laura. Jelly is normal. About 20-30% of dogs I have met will eat feces. It is a normal behavior for ... | |
| behavior problem with house training | 10/13/2006 |
| Q: my sister has a 5 month old half jack russell and half chiaia or how ever you spell it. at first the ... A: I meet pups like you described almost every week. They refuse to eliminate when people are nearby ... | |
| My Springer Spaniel | 10/6/2006 |
| Q: I have had her since she was 7 weeks old. She does this weird thing when I am on the couch and my ... A: It's refreshing to hear a question from one who is just curious to learn and not stressed about ... | |
| Potties when scared | 10/4/2006 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old Chihuahua who weighs about 3 lbs.! I have had her since she was 9 weeks old. ... A: You might have her checked by your vet, but it is unlikely that he or she will find anything. ... | |
| dog in mourning | 10/3/2006 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old bull terrier/jack russell cross named Shags.He has spent his whole life with our ... A: Environmental enrichment is a good suggestion- new games, new places et cetera. Dogs mourn just like ... | |
| Behavior change | 10/2/2006 |
| Q: I have a 18 monh old staffordshire Bull terrier x labrador bitch who is such an affectionate girl. ... A: Dog-dog aggression is usually a complex issue with no quick cure. You mentioned that your Lady ... | |
| Dog stopped using her dog house | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: We have a dog we adopted from an animal shelter approx. 10 years ago, named "Missy". She is mix of ... A: Here's along shot! Sudden behavivor changes are sometimes an indication of medical health problems. ... | |
| Papilion that barks ALOT | 9/27/2006 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old female papilion, she is well behaved for the most part but very needy & ... A: Lynn. Papilions are not noted for being quiet! :) That being said, there are ways you can teach her ... | |
| Puppy housetraining woes | 9/25/2006 |
| Q: I really hope you can help me. Our 3 month old corgi, who we've had for 2 weeks, is wonderfully ... A: I can help. It's not very efficient for me to write five pages every time I get a question about ... | |
| dog is licking people excessively | 9/23/2006 |
| Q: My yellow Lab is about 18 months old and his name is Beau. I got him from a friend about 6 months ... A: Mike. Instead of thinking up creative ways to stop the licking, focus on redirecting Beau's ... | |
| Lady | 9/22/2006 |
| Q: I own a young dog - probally around a year and a half - that is Lab/chow/chesapeke and I've had her ... A: Mia. I can help. Before I give accurate advice, I'll need more information. Please answer these ... | |
| Pit Bull behavior change | 9/19/2006 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old, female pit bull named Cookie. She is a very well-trained wonderful dog, except ... A: Cookie sounds like a wonderful dog! The behaviors you describe are Cookie's responses to stress. ... | |
| Potty training | 9/17/2006 |
| Q: I own 4 smalll dogs, and I can not seem to get them potty trained. I work all day and they have no ... A: House training 4 dogs is a challenge - but of course I needn't tell you that. I'll highlight some ... | |
| Dog Obedience | 9/16/2006 |
| Q: We have a 4-yr 1/2 doberman, 1/4 lab, 1/4 akita. He weights 120#'s. We have had him since he was 6 ... A: sorry to hear of your troubles. You are a very thoughtful and caring person. I know you will do the ... | |
| Dogs licking | 9/14/2006 |
| Q: Why do dogs lick human mouths and noses? A: I'm not sure I have the answer, but I'll share a few of my thoughts about the subject. The short ... | |
| Rottie behavior | 9/13/2006 |
| Q: we have a Rottie female that will be 2 years old in November. We are wondering if you can provide ... A: It sounds as if Meeka is a normal gentle dog. That's always good! Teaching a dog to "not want to ... | |
| naughty dog | 9/12/2006 |
| Q: I have a 7 yr old Gordon Setter that has started to pee in the house. I've had him checked by a vet ... A: I can help. I may need more information but first I'll share these initial thoughts. The lack of a ... | |
| rough play | 9/11/2006 |
| Q: I have a medium size 3 year old male yellow lab mix about 50 lbs. I have some new neighbors that ... A: I'm more of a canine behavior expert as opposed to a neighbor expert! ;) That being said, I believe ... | |
| urination problems | 9/9/2006 |
| Q: I need HELP! I have a 18 month female doberman that continues to constantly urinate in the house or ... A: Sorry to hear of your troubles. Thanks for your note. Before I can provide accurate advice it would ... | |
| Aggro Dog | 9/7/2006 |
| Q: I have a terrier who we think has some scotch terrier in him. He's a smart little chap and seems to ... A: There have been volumes of books and studies published about canine aggressive behaviors. It is a ... | |
Canine Behavior
Answers by Expert:
Alan J Turner, SATS LL1
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Puppy questions about House Training, Crate Training, Play-biting? Please visit my website. Site address is http://www.howsbentley.com.
I will answer all questions about canine behavior and training, training methods and equipment. Be ready to provide dog's name, age, sex, breed and how long you have owned the dog. In addition, it'd be great for me to know how long the problem has been occurring, what you have tried to solve the problem(s) and what were the results.
The more information you provide me - the better equipped I will be to offer sound, helpful advice! Thank you.
Experience
13 years as a trainer, the most recent 6 years as a canine behavior counselor specializing in abnormal behavior modification (i.e. fear, aggression, et cetera).
Organizations
Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)
CredentialsAttend workshops and seminars for professional trainers / counselors regularly
Member: Association of Pet Dog Trainers
Certified Syn Alia Training Systems, Lay Level 1 Trainer
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