Dog owners......

[Penguinfan]

Some of you may remember we got Dodger the Watch Dog about 10 months ago to wander the yard while the kids are outside and deter any would be trouble makers.

He spends most of his time inside, especially over the past winter months. We really wanted to spend more time training him than we did. Overall he obeys well and is a great first dog.

We never really outright taught him to protect the kids, but be damn sure that's what he does. If I am playing with the kids on the floor and it gets a little loud he comes running and barks in my face.

Get rough wrestling with my son and he works his way between us. My brother in law visited from out of town and went to hug our daughter goodbye and Dodger about went nuts, I had to restrain him.

He's never bitten anyone and I don't think he would, but he's pretty intimidating when he's got that deep bark going and those choppers showing.

My question is, how did he learn this behavior? Did he just come from the factory this way?

I really thought you had to train them to be protective, man is that not the case with this one.

I have no problem with heis behavior at all, that's what he's getting paid for.

I'm just curious if all dogs are this protective by nature.

 

[hedgehog]

Some dogs are very protective by nature. Sounds like you got what you paid for. Make sure your dog knows that you are the alpha of the pack, or you will have some serious problems.

best of luck.

 

[vinnie]

Some dogs are very protective by nature. Sounds like you got what you paid for. Make sure your dog knows that you are the alpha of the pack, or you will have some serious problems.

best of luck.

Yep! and if you don't do something it's only a matter of time before he bites someone.

 

[countinguy]

If he is an alpha type of dog, which is natural for certain kinds of breeds, he will be very protective of his people (his immediate family he lives with) and his territory (they property u let him run in) that is his area, or he is not gonna let another dog disicrate it.

 

[marine]

Pengy,

It's just kind of an acquired behavior I think. With our first german shepard, I couldnt even get a hug and kiss from my wife without the dog growling and barking at her.

I've got kids with our lab/shepard now and he is moderatly protective of them without training. I think they just pick up on who is who and how fragile they are and act accordingly.

 

[Penguinfan]

Yep! and if you don't do something it's only a matter of time before he bites someone.

Really? What should I do? I was actually worried a bit that he hasn't tried to bite someone.

All bark and no bite, ya know?

So far he really just tries to seperate people from the kids. He does chew the hell out of the cat though (**** that stupid cat, jump up somewhere the dog can't get you, dumfuk)


I think he knows who the boss is, he listens when I tell him something, especially if I raise my voice, he snaps to attention, head goes down and tail between his legs.

I kinda like his behavior so far, you have me worried now though.

 

[Penguinfan]

Pengy,

I think they just pick up on who is who and how fragile they are and act accordingly.

See, this is what I was thinking. He could care less if the kids (or the wife) beat on me, only gets worked up if he thinks the kids are in danger.

Of course the kids take FULL ADVANTAGE of it and pretend to cry the minute they don't get thier own way and Dodger comes running to the rescue.

 

[vinnie]

What I should have said is his next action is to bite someone if the barking & growing doesn't work. You maybe the alfla but he's next in line so when you not there he's the proctor and will do what he has to. Of course this is just in general of the type of behavior you explained. Without see how the dog is reacting I can't really say.

 

[bsucards]

Did you know that we have our own resident Dog Whisper on this board.

Just one of the many talents Agent has

:00hour

 

[Agent 0659]

Did you know that we have our own resident Dog Whisper on this board.

Just one of the many talents Agent has

:00hour

That's right, I am. And I will respond to this thread after dinner. Penguin, you have a loaded gun laying around basically and better get a handle on it, NOW. These things can progress very quickly and I will let you know what to do, if you are interested.

 

[freelancc]

:mj23: :mj23: :mj23:

 

[bsucards]

I went over to Agent's house this weekend, and this looks exactly like his puppy he got.

I think agent is the one to solve your problem penguin

 

[Agent 0659]

LOL BSU.

I can solve it, and will give him the advice he needs if he asks. Of course, I would be doing it for the good of the dog. (and the kids)

Also, that puppy looks about right, with the exception my dog is 3 months and weighs 31 lbs! :scared

 

[tigerfan]

Maybe this will help - we have a big black lab - the vet said every now and them - like out of the blue - you need to grab the dog and pin them with their back on the ground and hold them there. - this what the alpha dog does to others in the pack and you just need to let them know who's the boss. Good luck
Tigerfan

 

[Agent 0659]

Maybe this will help - we have a big black lab - the vet said every now and them - like out of the blue - you need to grab the dog and pin them with their back on the ground and hold them there. - this what the alpha dog does to others in the pack and you just need to let them know who's the boss. Good luck
Tigerfan

That wont work. If you don't become the Alpha dog and the pack leader full time, and project that energy to the dog, it simply will not work. You may condition the dog after some time not to do certain things, but you wont be the pack leader, thus being able to command that dog without a single sound. If I change my energy my dogs react, and that is the truth. My #1 talent in my life has probably been working with animals. And some moron vet told you to do this "out of the blue"?

Man, that is scary!

 

[vinnie]

Hire Agent he trained this killer :scared

 

[Agent 0659]

Hire Agent he trained this killer :scared

Those tiny teeth, straight to the jugular!

:scared

 

[vinnie]

Here is one test you can do to see if he's dominant aggressive.

Try this in the house and in the yard both places are his territories. Stand about eight to ten feet away from the dog and get his attention. Assume an authoritative position and lean slightly forward. Stare straight into the dogs eyes without saying anything.Try it with you and then your wife or brother.You may want to put him on a leash and hold it for the other family members.

If the dog is dominant he will look directly into your eyes and not break the stare or look away. His ears and tail may stand up and he may snarl or growl. If he continues to look directly at you and may move slowly toward you. He is telling you that he will dominate you. Break off the stare and look away don't antagonize his aggression. He has told you that he will dominate the family and if anyone threatens his position.

 

[Penguinfan]

LOL BSU.

I can solve it, and will give him the advice he needs if he asks.

Most people would think by starting he thread I was asking. Of course most people don't have a giant sized ego that needs a special request sent their way.

I don't need your help.

 

[Agent 0659]

Most people would think by starting he thread I was asking. Of course most people don't have a giant sized ego that needs a special request sent their way.

I don't need your help.

Nothing to do with an ego pal. Considering your history with me, I assumed you WOULDN'T WANT my help. That is why I said if you ask.

But hey, it's your kids face that he may maul one day for taking his bone or getting too close to his food dish. Or maybe a friend of your childs, whose parents will sue your ass.

Not to mention the poor dog, who has spent the entire winter cooped up in your house, and who has developed issues already due to pent up energy and frustration at the life he's leading. A dog isn't a weapon, it is a living animal. If you take the time and the effort to train him correctly, he will protect the children at all costs. Or, you can keep on like you are, and "hope" he doesn't bite someone. What are you going to do lock him up every time people come over? Yea, great life for the dog.

But hey, what do I know and who needs me.....I'm sure it will all be fine.....maybe...