adrienne Posted January 1, 2003 Posted January 1, 2003 I have 2 puppies, Billy(4 mts. old Jack Eskimo) and Molly(10 wk. old shi-poo). Molly is new, and ever since the first day we brought her home they get along great. The ony problem with their relationship is that everytime Molly is playing with a toy or bone, Billy takes it away. This happens all the time and Molly will sometimes run after him to try and get it back, but it's useless... He is 14 lbs., and she's 3lbs., so he really has the size advantage. Usually he's very kind and gentle with her (he'll lay on his back and let her walk all over him and bite him) but I don't understand why he won't share. Do you think he's just playing and I should leave it alone? Or is this too mean to Molly and should I help her out? Thanks. Quote
DogPaddle Posted January 1, 2003 Posted January 1, 2003 My personal experience would lead me to say - leave the situation alone. It sounds like Billy is indicating to the new puppy that this is his house and he's the boss. Fairly normal amongst dogs and probably doesn't bother Molly much. Is a Jack Eskimo a breed?????? Quote
adrienne Posted January 1, 2003 Author Posted January 1, 2003 It's a mix, I just call him that but he's half Jack Russel and half American Eskimo. I know it's rare, I had posted before that i'd love to know if there is anyone else that's heard of that before or knows anyone with the same mix. He's really cute, I put a pic of Billy in the mix breeds section, It should be up there soon. Thanks for the advice, I'll try to just let them work it out themselves. I just feel bed for Molly when she can't play with anything. Quote
Black GSD Posted January 1, 2003 Posted January 1, 2003 This is normal dog behaviour(sp). The only way to "help her out" is to play with her, or let her play with the toys when HE isn't around. My GSD is NOT the dominant dog in the house. BUT she IS the toy hog. As far as she is concerned ALL toys are HERS. However she is 4yo so I can put her on a "down stay" so the others can use "her" toys. Quote
adrienne Posted January 1, 2003 Author Posted January 1, 2003 Thanks, I'll try that. Another problem I have with just Billy is that he's just learned to bark. Anytime he hears a noise outside our front door, he barks. Is this something that I should allow? I do live in an apartment building and I don't want to disturb anyone. I've heard so many different things, like tell him NO in a firm voice, or take him outside and show him there's nothing to be afraid of... What do you think I should do? Thanks. By the way, what's a GSD? Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 I would say if they are near by just pet them and say its okay when ever they bark. Usually younger dogs will do this because they want to feel that they are protecting and doing good. Sometimes they will do it just to hear themselves bark. I don't think its a big deal in an apartment complex. I would still tell them no but as to take them outside I don't think its too necessary. But others may disagree. Im still trying to get my dog to accept the vacuum cleaner.. She absoltuely hates it! :) Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 Trinity napisał(a):GSD=German Shepherd Dog Trinity OK, since this was brought up...why is the German Shepard the only one (that I'm aware of) with DOG after it's name????? Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 [quote name='NVMY03GT']I would say if they are near by just pet them and say its okay when ever they bark. Usually younger dogs will do this because they want to feel that they are protecting and doing good. Sometimes they will do it just to hear themselves bark. I don't think its a big deal in an apartment complex. I would still tell them no but as to take them outside I don't think its too necessary. But others may disagree. Im still trying to get my dog to accept the vacuum cleaner.. She absoltuely hates it! :) My male is afraid of a broom. A noise-less BROOM. :roll: Quote
DogPaddle Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 I would agree with Sasha. My neighbour does not. :oops: Its hard to explain crate training a puppy to some half dressed guy at your door at 2am. Seriously though - don't reward the behaviour you don't like, even if it means having to put up with the barking for a while. Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 OK, since this was brought up...why is the German Shepard the only one (that I'm aware of) with DOG after it's name????? To distingish it from the German Shepherd Human? :lol: But seriously, I have no idea.....I wonder Trinity Quote
yellowlabsrule Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 What about the Bernese mountain dog, Mei-mei? You don't like them? :lol: Just joking! :lol: Quote
yellowlabsrule Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 And the Portuguese water dog, the Caanan Dog, the Old english sheepdog, and I'm surprised all of you forgot the Bulldog! Quote
yellowlabsrule Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 AND the Australian Cattle dog! And more, but I'm tired. Whew! :wink: Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 Dang, you guys are on the ball! :oops: I feel silly not to have thought of those dogs Trinity Quote
yellowlabsrule Posted January 2, 2003 Posted January 2, 2003 Don't feel silly! I couldn't think of any untill I looked. :oops: (other that the bernese cause Mei-mei said greater swiss!) Quote
Black GSD Posted January 3, 2003 Posted January 3, 2003 If you don't want him to bark, do NOT pet him and talk nice to him when he does it. In his mind this will tell him that barking is a good thing. If you don't want him to bark at all, you should get after him immediately when he barks. With most dogs I have been around, ignoring him will not make him stop and it very well may make it worse. After all, it you are not reacting, maybe you aren't hearing him and he should continue. If you want him to bark enough to let you know someone is at the door, let him bark a couple of times, then tell him "Quiet" (or what ever word you choose) to let him know that "that is enough". Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 3, 2003 Posted January 3, 2003 [quote name='Mei-Mei']OK, since this was brought up...why is the German Shepard the only one (that I'm aware of) with DOG after it's name????? It isn't the only one. Shiba Inu, Tosa Inu...all the Inus...Inu means dog. :wink: Then there are SheepDOGS, and Irish WolfHOUNDS and GreyHOUNDS too! Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 3, 2003 Posted January 3, 2003 I did reply. I swear. I said that I knew what Inu meant and then had MANY of these after.... :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: :oops: It's Friday. Gimme a break. :lol: Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 3, 2003 Posted January 3, 2003 I'M TOO WORRIED ABOUT DUSTY, OK??????? MAN!!! :wink: Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 3, 2003 Posted January 3, 2003 Thanks for giving me some slack! By the way, we've given you a LOT of slack. Where are the pictures of your new additions?????? Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted January 3, 2003 Posted January 3, 2003 sashagirl napisał(a):Way to take the heat off yourself gigi!!! :wink: I'm good. Quote
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