| Nothing wrong with an independent dog! You might want to do a search on watch me or attention commands, that is something you can practice with her. When she growls or starts acting up, I would correct (using stronger language than "it's OK" - growl AH AH or something) her and MAKE her sit/down or something where she's not focussing on the person she doesn't like. This can be a very bad habit for her to get into, and won't earn you or her many friends if it becomes a habit.
And remember that one or two effective, strong, sharp commands (use a pinch collar with small prongs if she's really hard headed) are much better - and more fair to her - than constant nagging.
You may call around training places and ask if they could use some help with something in return for attending classes. That certainly would not hurt to try! Good luck with finding a house, that's a wise move.
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Carina,
Cooper The WonderDog CGC, TDI & Daphne The Destructo-Rott. |