AboutLabman Expertise housebreaking, chewing, feeding
Please do not send me questions on medical problems or AKC standards
Experience Through my volunteer work with a large dog guide school, I know a little about all the breeds they use including Goldens. I have extensive experience with the closely related Labs. The service dog schools have acquired a wealth of knowledge about raising well behaved, healthy dogs with long, active lives. They do not share it with the general public, but pass on the best of it to those like me that raise puppies for them. I am part of a group that has raised dogs for 6 different service dog schools. We meet monthly for training and share information.
Expert: Labman Date: 5/25/2008 Subject: New stubborn streak
Question Our 2 1/2 year old has developed a stubborn streak, while on a walk she wil just sit down and refuses to oninue. Wil only turn around and want to go home, any suggestions, reasons for this???
Answer Like many behavior problems, this needs to start with a checkup up at the vets. If she is having physical problems that reduce her ability to walk, they need to be taken care of.
If there is no physical reason, look into if it is the same place every time. What happens if you go in a different direction? There could be something setting her off in a specific place.
