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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| My pitbull puppy wants to kill my other dog | 11/3/2008 | Elaine Allison CPDT |
| Q: Ok, I have two dogs. The older one, Rocky, is 3 years old and we have had him for 2 and a half years ... A: First, I would call the Humane Society to see if they have a behavior person on staff to help. I ... | ||
| unexplainable behaviour | 11/3/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: My brother has a rescue dog he's had for a couple of years now and there has always only been the ... A: Dave, Thanks for the question. What kind of dog is she? Hold old? Dogs sometimes become over ... | ||
| Raising two littermates together | 11/3/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: Five weeks ago we rescued two dogs: littermates from a German Shorthaired Pointer dad and a Pug mom ... A: The problem with raising two pups of the same age together is always over bonding (dog to dog) to ... | ||
| potty training | 11/3/2008 | Lucy O'Brien |
| Q: What do I have to do to potty train my two mini dachsund puppies? The female is 1 1/2 and the male ... A: Dogs learn to go on a certain substrate (surface). So they currently think it is ok to go on ... | ||
| Nibbling German Shepherd | 11/3/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: We have an 8-month old female german shepherd who incessantly nibbles us. She'll nibble toes & ... A: I see that you've tried various techniques, but some of them have rewarded this behavior! Offering ... | ||
| Barking at my husband/grandson (shyness at home) | 11/2/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a 1 1/2 year old brussels griffon male, neutered. My daughter got him for me from a friend ... A: You're doing a GREAT JOB. Obviously, the dog is barking from fear but his body language suggests it ... | ||
| Skittish Chocolate Lab | 11/2/2008 | Lucy O'Brien |
| Q: I have a 2 yr old female choc. lab (not spayed) that was my son's. She supposedly killed their ... A: She sounds very upset and confused. The first thing you need to do is to take her to your vet for a ... | ||
| my jack/rat | 11/2/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: my question is how do i get her to listen to me ....she will look at me when i call her and than go ... A: Debra, Thanks for the question. How old is the dog? What kinds of games does she like? Do you ever ... | ||
| random barking | 11/2/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a six month old cairn terrier. For some reason, he's just started to start barking. Not a ... A: The dog may scent something, or even see something through your winodws (like falling leaves) that ... | ||
| Westie eating sticks and throwing up | 11/2/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: My 4 year old neutered male Westie has been eating sticks and acorns in the yard making him throw ... A: Susan, Thanks for the question. Technically this falls into the category of "pica," or the ... | ||
| Aggression | 11/2/2008 | Lucy O'Brien |
| Q: We have had a 1 1/2 year old male Pomeranian for 2 days. He avoids my 14yr. old son. Sometimes he ... A: You need to give him time to settle in - he is frightened and trying to protect himself. Think how ... | ||
| my 10 month rottwieler gaurds food | 11/2/2008 | Suzanne Harris BSc CPDT |
| Q: my 10 month rottwieler gaurds her food she growls and tenses up if someone walks by her bowl this ... A: Below are possessiveness exercises you should start today. You've got a big problem here but you ... | ||
| Barking at my husband/grandson (shyness at home) | 11/2/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a 1 1/2 year old brussels griffon male, neutered. My daughter got him for me from a friend ... A: You first assignment is to TURN OFF CESAR MILAN. This is a Neanderthal, undereducated approach to ... | ||
| Over-friendly dog to both humans and dogs | 11/1/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: My dog is obnoxious around other people and dogs! He is wonderful in the house (tricks, no bad ... A: Nellie, Thanks for the info. It sounds to me like Sarge has a bit too much pent up energy and ... | ||
| Barking at my husband/grandson (shyness at home) | 11/1/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a 1 1/2 year old brussels griffon male, neutered. My daughter got him for me from a friend ... A: I'm actually surprised that you would acquire another puppy from an abusive, and very bad, breeder. ... | ||
| Timid 7 month old chocolate lab | 11/1/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: We purchased out lab at 4 months from a breeder. She loves my husband and me but will not go near ... A: Donna, Thanks for the question. Does your dog like to play fetch or tug-of-war? Do you have a yard ... | ||
| paper training dog | 11/1/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: Bought female yorkie as puppy; now 2 1/2 yrs. Seller had mother and pups go outside thru dog door ... A: You are correct to protect this very tiny dog from being outdoors in inclement and cold weather, and ... | ||
| behaviour problems | 11/1/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: My boyfriend has had a female ridgeback for about 9 years since she was a puppy. He also has an 8 ... A: Before posting this question to me, did you bother to read my statement about my being A STRONG ... | ||
| unusal reaction to friends of our family | 11/1/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: We have a four year old male Bichon Frise who is absolutely delightful! In fact, his name is Buddy ... A: Buddy is responding to something (sensory) about one (or more) of these visitors. His response is ... | ||
| Over-friendly dog to both humans and dogs | 10/31/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old Lab/Schnauzer mix who loves everybody...too much! He pulls to get to dogs and ... A: Your dog is hyperexcited. He is so full of energy and gladness that he can't control himself. He ... | ||
| Over-friendly dog to both humans and dogs | 10/31/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: My dog is obnoxious around other people and dogs! He is wonderful in the house (tricks, no bad ... A: Nellie, Thanks for the question. I have a few of my own. How old is the dog? Do you have a yard ... | ||
| very aggressive St. Bernard | 10/31/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a male St. Bernard who will be 2 in December. He was neutered over a year ago. His ... A: My heart goes out to you. I've seen a few human aggressive Saints. It is an ENORMOUS ABERRATION in ... | ||
| nervous and fearful | 10/31/2008 | Suzanne Harris BSc CPDT |
| Q: I adopted a 3 1/2 month old Great Pyrenees mix. I've had him for 2 months. We don't know what the ... A: Very generally, he sounds pretty normal. The manic behavior after swimming/getting wet can be ... | ||
| Toy aggression | 10/30/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have an 18 month old male, neutered beagle. I have had him since he was 8 weeks old. I am ... A: Since the neck hug/lock lasts such a short time, and the golden is not responding (but not showing ... | ||
| Sudden trembling and piddling | 10/30/2008 | Sandra Case, MEd, CPDT |
| Q: My son had recently adopted a 2 month old pitt/boxer puppy from an anti-cruelty facility and has had ... A: He could be in a fear period - which is a developmental stage that puppies go through. Has he ... | ||
| Toy aggression | 10/30/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have an 18 month old male, neutered beagle. I have had him since he was 8 weeks old. I am ... A: Hackles raised can be dominance but it can also be fear. How long does this neck lock/hug last? ... | ||
| jumping up | 10/30/2008 | Sandra Case, MEd, CPDT |
| Q: I really would appreciate your assistance. What should I do about this? I have my adolescent dog in ... A: if you want to control the behavior, you have to be able to control the reinforcement. I'd just ... | ||
| "Lethargic" 13 wk Aussie Pup | 10/30/2008 | Suzanne Harris BSc CPDT |
| Q: I got a now-13 week old male Aussie pup a week ago from a local breeder hearing great things about ... A: Get the pup checked at the vet's if you haven't already. You need to rule out any medical or ... | ||
| Unusual sexual behavior in my dog | 10/30/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I just took on a permanent foster situation of an 8 yr old male Doberman. He has an extremely sweet ... A: Yes, I have heard of this behavior. In fact, I once had an Italian Greyhound (rescue) who behaved ... | ||
| Barking dog | 10/30/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a cockapoo and lately when we go to bed he will go up under my bed and bark. I try to get him ... A: Now, this is odd!! Can you think of anything that might have originally triggered this behavior ... | ||
| female agression | 10/30/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: I have two female dogs. A 6 month old chocolate lab and a nine year old German Shorthair pointer. We ... A: Ericka, I think I have a better idea of what the situation is. And I think you're right for the ... | ||
| Dug Up An Ant Bed! | 10/30/2008 | Rob Frazier |
| Q: I adopted/rescued (Yep. Adopted. From Petsmart on one of their adoption days.) a 10 month old Aussie ... A: Tegan, Not to worry!! Sounds to me like all normal behavior for a 10 month old pup. ... | ||
| jumping up | 10/29/2008 | Sandra Case, MEd, CPDT |
| Q: I really would appreciate your assistance. What should I do about this? I have my adolescent dog in ... A: Obviously being petted is more rewarding than treats for him. You need to set the situation up with ... | ||
| Strange Agression | 10/29/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: My girlfriend and I live in a small apartment. We also have an adult female Chihuahua and an adult ... A: Any behavior of any dog at any shelter can be immediately discredited; municipal "kill" shelters are ... | ||
| Dog park etiquette | 10/29/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a 5yo female Husky and a 6yo male Malamute. My Husky is the most friendly dog on the planet ... A: The dog park would be a wonderful event for your Husky. There's no need for your Malamute to ... | ||
| Growl - Play vs. Attack | 10/29/2008 | Sandra Case, MEd, CPDT |
| Q: I volunteer at one of the animal shelter. These days I have been working with one of the dogs who ... A: Well, if the dog was stiff and on his toes, whiskers forward and pupils dilated, I'd be carefully ... | ||
| Digging holes | 10/29/2008 | Anne Springer, B.S., Dip., CAPCT |
| Q: About 2 weeks ago my 5 year old mini doxie, Patches, all of a sudden started digging holes in the ... A: As far as the "Come!" training, your dog might just be finally feeling more confident, thus more ... | ||
| my dog is misbehaving | 10/29/2008 | Lee Charles Kelley |
| Q: I have a 4 year old German short hair named Elly.She has access to the outdoors via a doggy door, ... A: Darren, Thanks for the question. Just so you know, in her mind Elly isn't misbehaving she's ... | ||
| Introducing a new puppy | 10/29/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: Awesome site!! Ok, I have a 13 month old male lab/poodle mix (shelter dog - neutered) that I have ... A: It's impossible for me to determine if Bosco is afraid of Lucy. A growl does not mean fear or ... | ||
| dogs getting along | 10/29/2008 | Jill Connor, Ph.D. |
| Q: my neighbor has a femal three year old Great Dane. They got her fron a rescue site last week.I have ... A: Do NOT correct Oliver, he is reacting out of fear and your correction will frighten him further and ... | ||
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Canine Behavior
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Jill Connor, Ph.D.
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I have spent my entire professional life rehabilitating the behavior of the domestic dog and I can answer any question regarding any behavior problem in any breed dog. If you are a caring, committed owner and need advice, I'm here for you. THERE ARE NO QUICK FIXES for serious behavioral issues; not only is it unprofessional to offer same, it is also unethical. IF I ASK YOU SUBSEQUENT QUESTIONS, I NEED YOU TO INTERACT WITH ME. More information equals more credible answers and a more successful outcome. If you want ANSWERS THAT WORK, participate in any way I request. I'm quite committed to working on this site for YOUR benefit and the benefit of YOUR DOG. Help me in any way you can.
Experience
30 years of solving serious behavior problems in domestic dogs; expert in dog to human aggression; Internet columnist for ThePetChannel.com for 5 years; former radio talk show host, WHPC.FM, Garden City, NY "Bite Back" (1995 through 2000). List owner, international animal behavior experts, K9Shrinks@egroups.com. Seminar leader: "Operant Conditioning and Learning"; "Aggression in The Domestic Dog"; "Solving Problem Behaviors" -- conducted for various training facilities on Long Island from 1993 through 2000. Former clinical director of "Behavioral Abnormalities" in conjunction with Mark Beckerman, DVM, Hempstead, New York.
Organizations
Member, APDT (UK); Psychologists in Ethical Treatment with Animals
Publications
Harcourt Brace Learning Direct: "The Business of Dog Training"
"The Fail Safe Dog: Brain Training, not Pain Training"
Education/Credentials
Ph.D., UC Berkeley
Past/Present Clients
Board of Directors: Northeast Dog Rescue Connection; The Dog Project; Sav-A-Dog Foundation; etc.
Pro Bono counselor: Little Shelter Humane Society
My practice is presently limited to forensics. I diagnose cause of dog bite, based upon testimony before the Court, for attorneys and insurance companies litigating dog bites, including fatal injuries. I also do pro bono work for bona fide rescue organizations, humane societies, et al, regarding such analysis in an effort to obtain release for dogs being held for death in municipal shelters in the US.
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