Milosevic
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Mar 25, 2007, 1:13 PM
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Re: [jdreamer] 2 Months Old Maltese
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Okie, hi..
Here's my 2 months old Maltese's problems. I know that pup loves to bite, dig and chew. But I've been kind of worried with his attitude as today, he biten my hand until red. It was quite painful.
I've been told that to say a firm 'No' when he bites things, including my hands or legs but it seems like its not working at all. I've even try to hit his backside(buttock) or his mouth when he has something like stones, slippers in his mouth and its not working at all.
Sometimes I can tell that he's just being naughty, playful but there's something he can be extremely aggresive. His pace goes faster and he gets things with his mouth faster which also even stronger(thats how he biten me which left a red mark now..).
Its kind of difficult for me to train him as Im a first timer in dog. I've read through a lot of threads in this forum before I post this. Im just trying to ask whether its normal or he hates me or something. Oh, if there are any alternative ways, please do let me know about it.
Thanks.
Sounds like not only your pup has teething and love to snap but developed and accumulated 'negative' energy inside. Thats why he is quite aggressive while he is playing with you. This could be a symptom of boredom or cabin- fever. Now big deal. If you have time, try and take your pup for a walk outside on a short-leash for 15-30 minutes or playing catch with him to take out the energy. You need to correct this so that he wont become more aggressive and anxious. Like someone above mentioned, you have to say NO and create discipline. You need to step up with limitations and boundaries.
The golden rule of having a dog- LEADERSHIP--> EXERCISE---> DISCIPLINE --> AFFECTION.
The best way to teach a dog to stop snapping is to hand feed him. Grab his food/treat/toy and show to his nose. When he comes forward to get his food/treat/toy, take it away and say OFF (stern not yell) at the same time. Let him sit and know you control of the food, treat or toys. Not him. Then show him again..and say SLOWLY then say TAKE IT. When he takes it gently, then you give him affection and give him affection like rubbing and say GOOD BOY! Dont let him snap and grab. Repeat 3-5 times every day.
However, before you could do this, I suggest you exercise him if you have time by taking him for a walk everyday. It is because it is a lot easier to train or discipline a tired dog because he/she will listen more and more settle. Make sure you use a lot of treat in his training as a reward every time he obeys you. You need to create a timetable and consistency in potty training, meals, sleeping time and etc.
Punishing him..true.. is not the best option especially spanking him. Beware, puppy which well-known for having a 3-yo child mentality knows how to manipulate, protest and tantrum. Puppy could easily get traumatized and wont listen to you. It is difficult to re- train them after. Therefore, you might need to be assertive (with some adjustment and patient) which suit you. Take it easy and dont give up or get frustrated.
Remember.. reward good behavior (with a lot treats), correct bad behavior!! Good luck.
woof woof
(This post was edited by Milosevic on Mar 25, 2007, 1:31 PM)
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