mumsy Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Hi guys, We have a 10 month old male desexed boxer named Wilson. He has a beautiful nature and has always mixed well with any other dogs. A couple of weeks ago, while being walked on a lead down our street, he was attacked by another dog. The matter has been reported and dealt with. My problem is now Wilson is reacting alot to any noises, inside or out. He sits by the window with his hackles up if he thinks something is outside. We have tried to introduce him to two other dogs which are owned by friends. Both times he reacted quite aggressively by growling, lunging and barking. I am worried about taking him to a group lesson, because he is so reactive at the moment. Does anyone know of someone good in the Ferntree Gully area or does anyone have any advice. I want my beautiful friendly boy back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Jones Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 I recommend you contact Erny who is a member on this forum. I am sure if she can not help you she will direct you on to someone who can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumsy Posted October 13, 2010 Author Share Posted October 13, 2010 I recommend you contact Erny who is a member on this forum. I am sure if she can not help you she will direct you on to someone who can. Does anyone know how to contact her? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aziah Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 Send a private message (PM) via this forum to the member 'Erny' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmolo Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 You do definitely need to see a behaviourist- we also consult in that area. In the meantime, try to avoid him coming into close contact with other dogs and if you encounter any on walks- increase the distance between them and you significantly before he starts to react. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Jones Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 (edited) I recommend you contact Erny who is a member on this forum. I am sure if she can not help you she will direct you on to someone who can. Does anyone know how to contact her? Thanks Click on either of the below links: Erny prok9 contact Edited October 13, 2010 by Jeff Jones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Shepherd~ Posted October 13, 2010 Share Posted October 13, 2010 You need to get your confidence back too. Good luck and in the meantime dont smooch over him when he is displaying the nervous behaviour. Erny has done some training with one of our nervous rescue dogs. The dog is progressing well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumsy Posted October 14, 2010 Author Share Posted October 14, 2010 Thanks everyone for the help. Sorry I haven't answered sooner. We will difinitely get a behaviorist. I was given a name by our vet the other day, and will also follow up as well with Erny. thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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