Extremely disobedient behavior!

[phoneman847]

This is gonna be pretty long, as i've been trying to do this myself, but now I need to come to the experts!! Here goes--- Rock is a 5 month old baby boy that normally is just a cuddle bug and a sweetheart. However, he has been getting weird lately. He was neutered Monday and since he has come home he has been SUPER hyper. Also, he refuses to stop biting, will not come when called, and I have to tell him 10 times down before he will do it. The other night I told him to get off the couch and he refused, I pulled him off and he ran and jumped on the loveseat, I had to pull him off of there and he ran right back to the sofa. This went on about 6 times before I finally grabbed him and held him down, then he growled a little.I also have alot of problems with him jumping up and nipping with the kids. Is this dominance rearing it's ugly head or is it just a puppy and i'm paranoid? He is already 70 pounds and I need to get all this under control. I can't ever remember my female being like this. Please help me on this one guys, he just seems to be turning bad on me!!!

[Patty1231]

Have you been in formal training with him at all?

[Burnsway]

Did you baby him after the surgery because you felt bad or sorry for him. I mean just a little bit?????? If you did that could be the problem. Sometimes just a little extra attention makes them believe they moved up the ladder a bit.

Also 5 months isnt very old and sometimes they are little angels and you think they are all trained and then they start maturing.......

[Judy Chrusch]

Well he sounds like a typical 5 month old to me but he also seems like he's making a fool out of you. If you have to repeat a command over and over again then you have a problem but he's still real young to expect him to know and follow commands. Training takes years and just when you think they have it they show there ugly side again, lol, but really, you MUST get him in training, be patient and stay consistent.

It also sounds like he has tons of energy which is good but he has no way to release it. What kind of exercise does he get bc I doubt very much if he will be happy being a couch potato. He sounds like a fun normal rottie that just needs guidance and most of all training. Don't ever expect him to do something or behave in a manner that he was never taught. Simple solution, make sure he gets plenty of exercise so he's not bored and first and foremost enroll him in a beginners OB class if you're not already doing that. Keep your cool and be patient. It will come but it won't happen over night. I know you can do it just take one step at a time . Best of luck to you.

Judy

[moondog]

Originally Posted by phoneman847

I also have alot of problems with him jumping up and nipping with the kids.

It is as important for your kids to learn how to interact with your dog as it is important for your dog to learn how to interact with your kids. NO wild play should be permitted with or around him, because that just gets him so wound up he stops thinking and forgets everything you ever thought he knew (as do kids under the same circumstances). Crate him or leash him to you when the kids are playing, and teach the kids how to interact calmly with him. Teaching them how to teach him a few tricks is a good way to get all of them on a more constructive track.

Originally Posted by phoneman847

Is this dominance rearing it's ugly head or is it just a puppy and i'm paranoid?

Well, a phase is only a phase if you do something about it, so maybe you SHOULD be paranoid! Get him into obedience classes and please understand that he is smart and will learn, with or without your help. Without your help, lord knows the trouble....with your help as his benevolent leader, you will be able to help him learn what he needs to know in order to live in harmony with you, your family, and the community. Rottweilers live to please their owners, but we have to show them how to do that.

Originally Posted by phoneman847

Please help me on this one guys, he just seems to be turning bad on me!!!

Naw...he just needs guidance and training. Do your part and you will have a great dog.

[SABELLESMOM]

Goodness, at 5 months he should be very active and wanting to do absolutely anything with you. Hopefully you are getting out with him, walking? Even a day or so after surgery, he'll be ready for two 20 min walks. It's difficult , perhaps in this weather, but give it a "GO!"

Also, get back into active training. He's a 5 month old dog who seems to be taking advantage of your post surgical good will. Enough. Be in a position to enforce a command. Like when you ask him to "sit!" he should be on a leash at your side. As you say the word, "Sit." gently raise his head with the leash, or use a treat above his nose and push it towards the top of his head (in the air). He will move his head back and usually sit automatically. If not you can tuck his leg. Don't push on his back.

Be in a position to give a command once and only once. Assist him if you need to and praise! PRAISE! PRAISE!! Treats are optional. Don't give commands you are not in a position to enforce. For instance when you have a load of groceries and are trying to get thru the door. He'll know when he can blow you off.

Get into formal obedience training. At 5 months, his brain is primed for this. He will learn quickly and you will have a star pupil on your hands! Enough cannot be said about positive training! Get busy and enjoy your newly well behaved dog!

[tali]

I remember when we brought tali home after nuetering him. He was so hiper and didn't know what to do. First thing we did was to take him for a walk. We behaved like nothing happen and everything was the same. He did stay a night at the vet that was all about it. Don't make him feel the way that something in his life changed. And train and train.

[altgeld]

Sounds like you've already been given the best advice posible. I took care of my daughters 3 month old "Paris" while she was out of town for 2 weeks. I went to Home Depo and bought some leather work gloves for myself and the 2 girls. That puppy had us on the run until then. I'm not sure the experts would approve. I just couldn't handle feeling so vulnerable. After arming myself with the gloves it was easier to introduce chew toys, hold her down etc. There was a time in the evening that lasted apprx. 1 hour that she would strut through the house like a militant house guard. She challenged us and we would run for the gloves and do what we had to to keep her under control. It took a lot and wore me out. During the rest of the day she was adorable and we were crazy about her. When that clock when off in her mind she turned from jeckle to hyde. Hang in there it sounds like every dog has their own personality and displays their aggressive characteristics at different times and ages. As usual you have to be the adult, the leader, the boss, etc. Good luck!