Though they were probably my fault, it is scary that he will actually bite and not just mouth. Anyways, we can see he definitely has an alpha dog personality and myself, as this being the first dog that I have owned and shows my anxiety very easily, it has made it difficult. Since the second bite I have been even more anxious around him as it has startled me and he knows it.
We plan on possibly taking him to obedience school to try to change these things about him, however, I am just having doubts that I can handle his personality He often barks and growls and shows his teeth at me and never my mom. I just need some words of advice as I have been anxious this whole time.
Update:
He
is well trained for the most part.. very smart dog. He is crate trained
and knows some commands. I got him from rescueme.com and I have been in
contact with his previous owners. It just scares me how easy it is to
piss him off. then he will start growling and showing his teeth.
Answer
Sara:
It sounds like this dog should not have been adopted out yet. This is
more than simply being an alpha, these are dangerous behavior problems
and the shelter you got him from would be held responsible should
anything happen. Did they do any kind of temperament testing on him? I'd
pay them a visit and tell them the dog has bitten you and see what they
recommend. They will probably direct you to a trainer if you wish to do
that.
Kent:
Do you know the dog's other owners well, or did you find him posted online on a site like Craigslist?
"Not having enough time" for a dog is often a euphemism for "his behavior is out of control".
Dogs being given away have sometimes had a long time to develop bad habits!
"Not having enough time" for a dog is often a euphemism for "his behavior is out of control".
Dogs being given away have sometimes had a long time to develop bad habits!
Explain
to the trainer that you want help learning how to interact with the dog
appropriately to reduce aggressive and anxious behaviors. She/he can
help you learn how body language, tone, eye contact, etc. play a role in
your communication with the dog.
Follow that up with obedience classes to continue to strengthen your relationship.
If you aren't able to do this, it would probably be best to return the dog to the other owner, letting them know as soon as possible that it isn't working out. Aggressive behavior can quickly escalate, and should be taken seriously, regardless of the size of the dog.
Follow that up with obedience classes to continue to strengthen your relationship.
If you aren't able to do this, it would probably be best to return the dog to the other owner, letting them know as soon as possible that it isn't working out. Aggressive behavior can quickly escalate, and should be taken seriously, regardless of the size of the dog.
Nobby:
He's not being defensive or anxious from the sounds of it, he is a spoiled brat and is resource guarding.
Dont have anything to do with him, your Mum has to return him. the previous owners were dishonest. They did not warn your that he bites and that is illegal. Its like selling a car when you know the brakes dont work.
Report them to the homing website as well.
Dont have anything to do with him, your Mum has to return him. the previous owners were dishonest. They did not warn your that he bites and that is illegal. Its like selling a car when you know the brakes dont work.
Report them to the homing website as well.
Paul:
WOW
you have a dog and have no idea how to care for it ...... research
research research ....research the breed.... research how to feed .....
do research on health care , lots to read there, stay on top of your
pups health care .... research potty training , potty training is YOUR
job not the dogs ....... get a snack , something to drink , sit down and
start reading ......not going to do it for you
