Just wondering if anyone else has this problem. This past week it seems like my dog is being spiteful by peeing in the house and going through the garbage for my daughter's dirty diapers and garbage. Is she really being spiteful and wants attention?
I have to say that my dog has had to read just to apartment living
coming from a house with a yard and pool. I admit that she doesn't have a
consistent walk schedule
either. When the weather has been so cold, often times it has been
extremely difficult to walk her with a baby. When the weather is warmer,
I enjoy taking my dog on walks.
I try to give my dog a lot of attention because I am a Wanda and I
love my dog. When you have a crawling one year old, things definitely
change and it's not about the dog anymore. Any suggestions? Thank you.
Monday, August 13, 2012
How to Train a Spiteful Dog
Training dogs can be a challenging task, but if you have a pup that is
hostile or extraordinarily spiteful, it can be even more difficult. This
can be especially prevalent in cases where an adopted animal has had a
negative experience with a previous owner and the new pet owner must
contend with the consequences. Although it will take effort, training a
difficult animal can help to drastically improve its negative behavior
and make it a better pet.
Things You'll Need
Dog treats
Toys
Instructions:
1. Create a training plan in advance that outlines the goals
you would like to accomplish with your dog. It is important that you can
be flexible, as a dog with behavioral issues may take longer to train,
but having your intent in mind will make it easier to maintain composure
if the dog behaves poorly and the plan goes awry.
2. Appoint one person to be the instructor that will
continually work with the problem animal. The consistency will be
comforting to the dog and, hopefully, a bond will form and the training
will become easier over time.
3.Give commands in a firm and dominant voice, but refrain from
shouting at the animal. If the dog is angry and spiteful because of
unkind previous owners, this act could trigger its aggression and
further hinder the training process.
4. Reinforce successful training and encourage your pup with a
positive reward system rather than negatively chastising for bad
behavior. According to the Humane Society, you can use food, petting,
toys and play time as rewards, depending on which is most motivating to
your pet.
5. Be patient with your dog, even when the situation is
frustrating. Training of any animal takes time, and behavioral issues
can slow down the process.
Tips & Warnings
Consult a professional trainer if you do not feel comfortable training an aggressive dog on your own.
