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Originally posted by WorkinDogz
Jordan,
I'm not going to tell you to "put the dog on a prong collar". The problems you're encountering call for a prong yes; but more importantly...no...wait...MOST importantly call for YOU to accept that you need the help of a professional trainer.
Your home training is NOT transferring to the street.....and obedience is ALL THE TIME and ESPECIALLY when you NEED for them to be obedient.
You're attempts to socialize her now are not what this dog needs IMHO. Over-whelmed is a good word. Put a dog who is unsure already in a situation where they become overwhelmed and what you get is UNPREDICTABLE and potentially dangerous for the people and other animals around her. It's really important to take things slowly.
The very first step I would take is contacting a trainer who also specializes in behavior modification and behavioral problems.
Secondly......forget the idea that it's ok for you to walk both dogs (whether they're on a coupler or individual leashes) at the same time for awhile. The control is lacking both from the dogs and your ability to handle them when they BOTH lose control. (yes.....BOTH dogs have the need for a professional trainer.....they both are having "issues" that seem to be above your ability to correct.)
There is no shame in contacting a trainer. In fact...the shame is when a situation becomes out of control and the owner DOESN'T contact a trainer for help!
You'll be taught how to help your dogs...... Go for it :) |
I agree with the entire above reply. I do not care what equipment really and think you can get the results with a Halti etc but you do need the help of a professional trainer who can truly help you gain true control. Without gaining control over this dog and systomatically reducing its fear through correct training, confidence lifting and an overall reconditioning the dog as too the correct response this problem will esculate further.
Mick.