New 1 year old

[fenway]

I have just acquired a new dog and I am trying to get used to him. His name is, Boston. He is the most hyper dog I have ever met, owned, and saw. I believe that might be the understatement on the century. He has so much energy, I don't know how am I going to keep up. It is only the third day and everyday it seems like I am getting more and more tired. Is the hard part over, or will he only get worse? I know I sound like I am complaining, but I just want some help and I am new to this web site and rottie ownership thing. I don't have money for a trainer so with that in mind, I won't be able to use that route. He has next to no manners. He doesn't bite or scratch though on purpose. He jumps on everyone who tries to come in contact with him, and I would like to stop that. I read a the articles by Mick trainer (at least I think that is his name) on "Dominance" and I can say that his post was very helpful. When I try to put a lead line or leash on him, he thinks that the lead or leash is a toy and he tries to bite and pull on it. It takes him a while to respond to my commands like "sit" and "come," but when he does do the command, I praise him for them. Please help. I am open to constructive critism as well. Thank you and Go Red Sox!!!

[Sargeant_C]

What do you mean he does not bite on purpose?
He needs to be taught a lot of commands. And signing up for an OB class would be a great start.
How did you acquire him? Shelter, friend what?
He will get worse if you do not train him, on the other hand he will get better if you train him.

[JeanT]

It definitely will get better with training. I survived, so I'm pretty sure most people can, too. It just can seem overwhelming after being bumped and dragged and stomped on an he is still fresh and ready for more. Puppy (and he is still a puppy) energy in a big, stong body. Training makes it survivable, and then training makes it enjoyable.

[HerculesMomma]

Sounds like you got a dog with no training. Welcome to the club! But mine was already 2 1/2 yrs. old, so he was a bit more settled due to his age.

He has no manners, so you will have to teach that to him. It does wonders to mentally stimulate a dog as well as to keep the dog from jumping on you.

Are you a runner? Maybe a good run with the dog will burn off some of that energy? If nothing else, make sure the dog is getting a nice long walk each day.

[franktolbert]

The other posts tell you all you need to know. I would only add that the dog (mine at least) will be more responsive to training if he gets plenty of exercise. It may be hard on me sometimes, but I have found that it is great for him.

[fenway]

wow this information that you sent me really helped me out SARGEANT C!!! It has made all that difference in the world. No seriously, I thought we didn't need to train dogs. wow! Everyone else, thank you for your information and concerns.

[HerculesMomma]

Dogs aim to please, you just have to show them what their aim is supposed to be! Once they know what you expect (through training) you will continue to be impressed that the dog gets better and better. Good Luck to you!