[SABELLESMOM]

I realise there's much more to this than the simple answer of keeping her on at least a long lead outside. I mention it only with regard to preventing her from actually getting hold of another small animal... thus making the drive stronger and stronger with each success.

I don't like her coming at you and tearing your jacket! Yikes! Definately in a behaviorist's realm over mine. Still, teaching her that her place is "by you" always (job) -vs- off doing whaterver she wants would be a good idea.

Even with the long lead, on and treats in your pocket, call her once. Whenever she gets there, click and praise and treat. Let her wander on her lead and call her again. Repeat this proceedure every time you are out on the long lead with her.

She will learn to the "lucky sound" meand she's hit the nail on the head. She was correct in her choice! It will give her confidence and open a desire to please. Well, yes... at the time it's food motivated. Who cares? You like to get paid for doing your job too, don't you? With your dog, it will develop into pleasing YOU!

Your behaviorist might be able to add to this. Clickers are lovely! I highly recommend this type of training over any other, as it focus's on the reinforcement of only the positive aspects. Peraps, when you are further along with her, you can join a clicker obedience or agility class.

Initially, both are done on lead, until they are determined safe. Clicker training also provides a means of rewarding the dog, ie: eye contact, or following hand motion, or a down signal, while the instructor is talking. This way the dog is less distracted to do something she shouldn't.

Good luck with her. Stick to a good behaviorist.