LENI Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 (edited) i took leni out to the local show and we meet up with a friend that also has a shih tzu x maltese. Leni was so nasty to my friends little dog - jumping all over her, growling, barking and snailing. she was aggressie and has never beenlike this before?? i am wondering why and i am very concerned about her behaviour. both dogs are the same age (5months) and size. opinions would be much appreciated. Edited July 8, 2007 by LENI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caffiend42 Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 More socialisation - for both dogs. Perhaps they were both stressed if there was a lot of activity that was threatening to them at this show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 More puppy playing/no stress intros in appropriate areas & time to be treated as a dog. Via grooming & the kennels we see alot of feral Shih crosses simply because theyve not been treated with the respect of being a dog & allowed to get away with things due to there size & cuteness but when they get bigger it becomes a big problem. Its important to remember your little fluffy is no different to a Rotti ,GSD or Dobe they all need the same training,acceptable behaviour levels & pack order respect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LENI Posted July 8, 2007 Author Share Posted July 8, 2007 i treat her as a dog. we go to the dog park every week and she see dogs all different shapes and sizes. do you think i should take her to obedience training or just more interaction with other dogs?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sas Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 Hard to know not seeing it first hand. Shows can be overwhelming for dogs, however this isn't an excuse to use. If you're not aready putting in place firm leadership, the time is now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LENI Posted July 8, 2007 Author Share Posted July 8, 2007 both dogs went to puppy kindy together - they finished that about 1.5months ago - would they remember eachother?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LENI Posted July 8, 2007 Author Share Posted July 8, 2007 BUMP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caffiend42 Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 do you think i should take her to obedience training or just more interaction with other dogs?? Yep - to both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FGM Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 Its hard to remember that these dogs are dogs,don't worry I have one and I always have to remind ometimes its my OH who reminds me and I don't even realise what I have /haven't done. Obedience yes very much so,I'm taking Josie,she is nearly 5 months and this week has been a horror. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terror x 3 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 maybe she was trying to assert her dominance?my pup was the same way for a while and some ppl on DOL gave me some really good advice. but basically socialisation and patience are what will overcome it in my opinion....by the way she is absolutely gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelpie-i Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 At 5 months of age, your dog's personality has pretty much developed. There are three main things you must seriously consider in order for some changes to occur: 1. Strong leadership skills!!!! 2. Obedience training which includes socialisation. 3. Lots of regular exercise (not just a slow walk in the park but the sort of exercise that leaves her panting!!) Make no mistake, your dog's intentions were serious and now that she's had a taste, she may well choose this line of action again. I would enlist the help of a professional before I let her off lead to romp with other dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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