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Old 05-14-2008, 08:01 AM
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Re: wont stand down to bigger dogs

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Originally Posted by moe0001 View Post
the only thing i think that needs to change is him walking up to people, he does it because so many people just come up to him and see him cause his blue eye, so he just thinks everyone wants to see him that needs to change, and the dog thing its normal for dogs to play and sometimes geta little ruff, its not full size dogs that he plays with its puppies between 3 and 4 months but they are a little bigger than him, he never plays with dogs that are more than that, his temper is the best thing about him he almost has none,
First of all, at his age, it's a GOOD thing for him to walk up to strangers and be curious and happy about their presence! If he didn't, that's when I'd be worried, as he would be displaying fear or uncertainty!

It's not necessary for him to play with other dogs, especially at this age. It's necessary for him to be building trust, respect and a bond with YOU.

While a weekly play date with KNOWN dogs (in someone's backyard is preferable) is fine, the time he spends with you he should be exploring the world, learning his boundaries and learning to look to you for leadership - he's not going to do this on his own as you are the one who took on the job to help him.

I too am curious about this statement:

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his temper is the best thing about him he almost has none
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