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Originally Posted by killiansmama  Thank you all for the info! I dont mind that she is on the couch or in my lap....i like to snuggle with her.....even if she is big i would love it. She loves to snuggle and i dont put her on my lap...she crawls up there herself. I have thought about obed. classes and i might look into that. Once again thank you all for the good info! |
You clearly don't understand dog dynamics. Having the puppy/dog up on the couch is showing the dog that he/she is on the same level as you, the leader. Rotties need leadership or they will take over that role. Of course you can snuggle and cuddle with your puppy (if she tolerates it) but there is no reason to have this dog up on the couch or bed with you. The fact that she goes up there on her own is showing that she thinks she SHOULD be allowed up there.
Her place is on the floor, until she is trained with manners to understand that the bed/couch is YOURS and she must ask first. Then she must get off as soon as she is commanded to.
OB classes are a must with this smart, strong breed. You should continue with classes for the few couple of years. Do yourself a favor and get enrolled for a class.