| Re: Wimpy Rottie
I would strongly disagree with "reassuring" him. I would demand his attention with a "leave it" command and take him away from the situation THEN praise him for his obedience to you!
Reassuring in these types of situations are usually intrepreted by the dog as praise for his actions which is what we DON'T want. Give him something to do - come to attention heel, come to a front, whatever - that you can properly praise him for and take him away from the situation. |