Why do my dogs bark, growl, pull on there leashes, (go into attack mode) when they see some dogs when we are walking?

They are fine with some dogs, and others drive them nuts. We worked with a dog trainer, but did not make much progress on the problem, they are only slightly better now. This is a big frustrating issue while walking.

I always keep them on there leashes, but it still embarasses me when they do this, and it at times can end up causing my own dogs to fight with eachother, but I can stop that most of the time. I am Firm, confident and assertive with my commands. I use the same commands consistantly.

What else can I do, I already spent $450 on a trainer, and made little progress. It is like there are random dogs that they want to go after, no pattern that I can figure exactly. Always have used gently training methods.

These are shih tzu dogs. Please feel free to use the ask for clairifications, I will answer them as promptly as I possiably can. Asked by AkivaTheDog 52 months ago Similar questions: dogs bark growl pull leashes attack mode walking Pets > Dogs.

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You say that you're firm, confident and assertive with your commands, but you also mention frustration and embarrassment The dogs are probably picking up on the frustrated/embarrassed energy, and therefore not paying much attention to the commands. You need to stay calm and assertive (yes, I watch "Dog Whisperer") and correct them as soon as they start to show the first little sign of "attack mode. " One technique I saw on the "Train Your Dog" DVD was to teach the dog to touch its nose to your hand in response to saying "touch."

This can then be used to distract the dog when other dogs approach. I've also heard the suggestion to give the dog a treat whenever it sees another dog, so it forms a positive association. Remember, you have nothing to be ashamed of.99% of dog owners have had their dogs bark and pull at another dog.

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Perhaps they are jealous of other dogs seeking their owners attention. We had a similar problem with one of our dogs (English Setter mix). We did not have the problem until we took him to obedience and he started lunging at the other dogs for no reason.

He had never really been around other dogs much, and I think in his case it was fear. These dogs didn’t come up to him. He tried to go after them!

A different scenerio from yours, but similar in some ways. Neither Cody nor your dogs like dogs coming near them. I don’t think in Cody’s case it is dominance.

He is not dominant over Sierra, our much, much smaller Border Collie mix. She is the one who will steal his food right out of his bowl, and he will back away. She will take his bones from him and lie them all around her and not let him have any.

He is not dominant over us either - he accepts his place in rank with us. He has been the sweetest natured dog in the world with children, all people, except when he is at the fence and a male that he doesn't know approaches. Are your dogs dominant with you?

If not, I would think it may be a case of one getting the other going, and playing big and tough while they are actually frightened. It states in the article below to never reprimand the dogs for growling, as there is a need to know how to growl at some times. Also I think reprimanding them at this time is incorrect, as a growl indicates stress, and by getting angry at them you create even more stress.

The consequenses could only intensify. Growling at Other Dogs Dewey I bark therefore- I am Barked: Tue Jun 28, ’05 2:09pm PST I like to growl at other dogs, that’s all. Usually they leave me alone when I growl, some times they don’t.

I usually do this in front of my people, especially mama. I’m a neutered male almost three and a little shy with new dogs. I prefer quick meetings, just a sniff and on our way.

Dogs that want to hang around and get in my face I growl at, snarl if necessary. I go to daycare twice a week but very rarely do this at school with the other dogs. I mainly save it for mama and if she or anyone pulls on me while I’m growling I go into the full show, teeth, snarls, the whole effect directed at the other dog only, never humans.

I’m also territorial about my space, campsites, a spot on the beach, any where my people are hanging out I don’t like to share with new dogs. I don’t mind visiting them in their areas but they are not welcome in mine.My people want to know what to do to make sure this gets better and not worse. Otherwise I might not get to go to as many fun places.

Help! My posts | my page | message me | message me | my family’s posts | treat me notify Keiko Queen fuddy- duddy Barked: Tue Jun 28, ’05 6:08pm PST It sounds like you are a little overprotective of your family. Yes, this is something you want to nip in the bud as soon as you can for both your sakes.

Is he treat motivated? If so, I have a suggestion for you that I have given out before for similar problems. Find and area that is frequented by dogs on a fairly regular basis.

Go find a bench to sit down at with the dog at your side or feet, preferably a bench where the other dogs won’t get too close to him. Just sit and watch the people and dogs go by. When you see one coming, start handing out the treats.

Do not give him a chance to start growling at the other dog. Stuff the treats in his mouth if necessary. Praise him up if he is quiet and behaved.

If he starts growling, stop giving treats and ignore him. Try again with the next dog. Once he can sit nicely with dogs walking by, try walking him.

As another dog approaches, have him sit and give treats. Wait for the other dog to pass and continue until the next dog. Hopefully, eventually he will put two and two together in that dogs=treats=good.

These exercises may also help him to be more tolerable of dogs in his area of beach/ campsite/space. Since you say he is fine at daycare, I am assuming he is just trying to protect you. Since dogs can read human emotions pretty well, if you get nervous about other dogs coming up to him, he will interpret that as "mommy doesn’t like them coming up.......I will tell them to go away".

If possible, act happy that they are coming up and give some attention to the other dog. This may reassure him that the other dog is ok. My posts | my page | message me | message me | my family’s posts | treat me notify Jax I’m in!

Barked: Tue Jun 28, ’05 11:59pm PST I agree wholeheartedly with Keiko. One thing I’d like to add is to NEVER punish your dog for growling (or even tell him "no"). If you do, you will teach him to not growl, but then when a situation really warrants the need for it, he will bite without warning.

There IS a proper use for growling.My posts | my page | message me | message me | treat me notify Dewey I bark therefore- I am Barked: Wed Jun 29, ’05 8:20am PST Thank you for the great advice! Dewey is VERY food motivated but he is also food aggressive and has to be watched with any food/bones/treats around other dogs. I will start paying attention to how I greet the other dogs at the dog park.

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":HI thanks for your answer. Yes, it is possiable that they are going after the dogs that are showing more intrest in me / us.It is possiable that they are going after dogs that are a bit more active and that they don't flip out so much with the ones that that are more calm. Thanks .

":HI thanks for your answer. Yes, it is possiable that they are going after the dogs that are showing more intrest in me / us.It is possiable that they are going after dogs that are a bit more active and that they don't flip out so much with the ones that that are more calm.thanks.

2 I am a dog owner but my dog is so non-agressive. My suggestion though is to watch the "Dog Whisperer" on National Geographic channel. I have seen quite a few episodes with similar situations.

I think he gives great advice. Are you the "pack leader"? .

I am a dog owner but my dog is so non-agressive. My suggestion though is to watch the "Dog Whisperer" on National Geographic channel. I have seen quite a few episodes with similar situations.

I think he gives great advice. Are you the "pack leader"?

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Both dogs were on leashes on a walking trail. A metal hookup on my dog? S collar was loosened.

Other dog was bitten.

My chihuahus always bark and attack larger dogs.

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