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Biting dachshund
I've got a 3 year old miniature dachshund that I'm having an issue
with. She is incredibly aggressive towards strangers, but most of the time is fine around the family (which given that we rarely have visitors inside the house, is usually not an issue). HOWEVER, she tends to get aggressive even with us when food is involved. I've thrown her the occasional treat for example, and she seemed disinterested, but when I proceeded to walk by it on the floor on my way to another room she jumped at my ankle and bit me. Just last night there was a slightly bloody meat tray in the trash (from making hamburgers) that she pulled out. I told her "No" and when I reached down to pick the tray up and put it back in the trash she snapped and bit my hand. It's strange. When there's no food she's fine with us and will come sit in our laps watching tv and everything. I've never seen a dog do this before. Admittedly most of my childhood dogs growing up were labs which were very well tempered, and my other dog which stays outside which is a pitbull/lab mix is the calmest dog in the world (a lot of the neighborhood kids love playing with him - he's totally non-aggressive). Any suggestions on the little dachshund? Thanks. Mike |
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Biting dachshund
Mike Gaskins spoke these words of wisdom in
: I've got a 3 year old miniature dachshund that I'm having an issue with. She is incredibly aggressive towards strangers, but most of the time is fine around the family (which given that we rarely have visitors inside the house, is usually not an issue). HOWEVER, she tends to get aggressive even with us when food is involved. I've thrown her the occasional treat for example, and she seemed disinterested, but when I proceeded to walk by it on the floor on my way to another room she jumped at my ankle and bit me. Just last night there was a slightly bloody meat tray in the trash (from making hamburgers) that she pulled out. I told her "No" and when I reached down to pick the tray up and put it back in the trash she snapped and bit my hand. It's strange. When there's no food she's fine with us and will come sit in our laps watching tv and everything. I've never seen a dog do this before. Admittedly most of my childhood dogs growing up were labs which were very well tempered, and my other dog which stays outside which is a pitbull/lab mix is the calmest dog in the world (a lot of the neighborhood kids love playing with him - he's totally non-aggressive). Any suggestions on the little dachshund? Thanks. Mike She's in control. Take back control. Get help. Take her to dog school so experienced people can help you. This dog needs dog school. No substitutes. I'd tell you how to start going about this, but it might get you to find excuses NOT to go to dog school. While you are at dog school, ask the teacher about implementing NILIF. Get thee to dog school before someone gets hurt. |
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Biting dachshund
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, Mike Gaskins wrote: Any suggestions on the little dachshund? You need in person help asap. Call you vet or local shelter and ask for a recommendation. Why does your other dog live outside? -- Janet Boss www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com |
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Biting dachshund
"Mike Gaskins" wrote in message ... I've got a 3 year old miniature dachshund that I'm having an issue with. She is incredibly aggressive towards strangers, but most of the time is fine around the family (which given that we rarely have visitors inside the house, is usually not an issue). HOWEVER, she tends to get aggressive even with us when food is involved. I've thrown her the occasional treat for example, and she seemed disinterested, but when I proceeded to walk by it on the floor on my way to another room she jumped at my ankle and bit me. Just last night there was a slightly bloody meat tray in the trash (from making hamburgers) that she pulled out. I told her "No" and when I reached down to pick the tray up and put it back in the trash she snapped and bit my hand. It's strange. When there's no food she's fine with us and will come sit in our laps watching tv and everything. I've never seen a dog do this before. Admittedly most of my childhood dogs growing up were labs which were very well tempered, and my other dog which stays outside which is a pitbull/lab mix is the calmest dog in the world (a lot of the neighborhood kids love playing with him - he's totally non-aggressive). Any suggestions on the little dachshund? Thanks. Mike I read my husband this because we also have a dachshund but he doesn't bite. My husband said she needed more protein. Who knows? Maybe he is right but I thought it was funny. |
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Biting dachshund
On Mar 13, 3:36 pm, Janet Boss
wrote: Why does your other dog live outside? He's a little too big to keep inside the house, and we have a fairly large yard for him to play in so it works out well. Traditionally most of my dogs have been "outside only", with "Boo" (the dachshund) being our first dog we keep in the house. Mike |
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Biting dachshund
Mike Gaskins spoke these words of wisdom in
: On Mar 13, 3:36 pm, Janet Boss wrote: Why does your other dog live outside? He's a little too big to keep inside the house, and we have a fairly large yard for him to play in so it works out well. Traditionally most of my dogs have been "outside only", with "Boo" (the dachshund) being our first dog we keep in the house. Mike I can't imagine a dog too big for my house. But then, on special occassions, my 1400 pound horse has been found lounging in the kitchen, or crashing my couch. I can't understand why someone would have a dog, then keep it outside. Unless.. the people live outside like nomads too. Otherwise, why have a dog, unless it becomes just another thing to feed and vet. |
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Mike Gaskins wrote: He's a little too big to keep inside the house, What happens when he's inside that's related to his size? -- Melinda Shore - Software longa, hardware brevis - Prouder than ever to be a member of the reality-based community |
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In article
, Mike Gaskins wrote: He's a little too big to keep inside the house, Hmmm. I've never found a dog who has been too big to keep inside the house. I've had an IW stay in my 1200 sf house (600 sf per floor), a Kuvasz, many retrievers (and multiples of same). What happens that makes a dog too big for a house? -- Janet Boss www.bestfriendsdogobedience.com |
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Mike said in part...
He is a little too big to keep inside and we have a fairly large yard for him to play in so it works out well... _____________________ Mike, I know you did not come here for advice about your dog that lives outside and I do not mean to pile on. There are people that choose to have dogs outside and they don't neglect or abuse them. I just have to say that I really think you are missing out on some good times. I have 2 Pit Bull mixes and a Lab mix and a Border Collie mix. They all live inside and I have a very small house, but there is room for them. Please think about bringing your "good" dog in. Good luck with training for the Doxie. Be Free.....Judy |
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Mike Gaskins wrote:
On Mar 13, 3:36 pm, Janet Boss wrote: Why does your other dog live outside? He's a little too big to keep inside the house, and we have a fairly large yard for him to play in so it works out well. While I have known a number of dogs that have been kept outside, including my in-laws' GSDs, the happiest dogs that I have been allowed indoor priviledges. Their owners also seemed to be happier with the situation than the owners of outdoor dogs. Of my two dogs, my lab mix is larger than any (true) pit bull I have met, and both are kept indoors. Others that post here have far larger dogs and packs in their house and manage very well. |
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