My pits try to kill each other when they fight over toys. I can't keep any toys out or they will fight, how do I go about this? They can eat out of the same bowl just fine, it's just their toys
Don't leave any toys out and I would recommend feeding them separately. Are they crate trained read up on crate and rotate if you don't already have info on it. So when both are out of their crates the toys are up but when their in their crates give them their fav toy. I don't even leave water down when my dogs are together and they have never fought but the key is prevention. When you take preventive measures these fights are less likely
Ok gotcha, now what about my female pit getting on my male pits nerves? She jumps on him and instigates fights, he's laid back and gets mad when she won't stop but idk how to get her to stop, and it doesn't seem to help any if I exercise her well
Ok gotcha, now what about my female pit getting on my male pits nerves? She jumps on him and instigates fights, he's laid back and gets mad when she won't stop but idk how to get her to stop, and it doesn't seem to help any if I exercise her
What do you do when she starts bothering him? I would give a scary mean NO. Do they have crates? When she starts annoying him it's time to separate them. If you have doggy beds for them teach them how to "settle down" which means to go to their beds also teach them how to go into their crates on command its a huge help so when she gets to bothering him tell her settle down. its also cool for when you have company
I clap and say settle down but she doesn't listen, they both have crates but don't like going in them, I also have a gate to lock then in one room but she jumps over it
I clap and say settle down but she doesn't listen, they both have crates but don't like going in them, I also have a gate to lock then in one room but she jumps over it
Okay well them not listening means you're in for a treat I think you should some basic obedience settle down, sit, stay and also work on crate training. I know it sounds like a lot but in the end your family will be better off. so first start with getting them to love their crates. For now on I recommend feeding them in their crates. I'm sure they're threads on here on crate training your dogs search the forum for them.
That's what I thought about but I can't afford training right now, they also have allergies which is about $250 to have each of them tested. I love my dogs but I just don't know what to do
No, no no when I brought up training I wasn't telling you to hire a trainer I personally suggest you should train them yourself. It's not as hard as it seems and it's rewarding. Go on youtube and look up some tutorials
Settle down
These are all good videos to help you train your dog there are millions more on youtube plus great advice throughout this forum you owe it to your dogs to give it a shot.
Chelsea, it's not as hard as it may sound. She just needs to know you're in charge. I had the same problem w Boy when I brought him home. But I'll say "hey hey!!" Or "Boy NO" and he immediately backs off. Be assertive. Let her know you're the boss. That's the main key to getting pits to obey. They gotta know they're not in charge. If they think they are they'll take advantage and manipulate. I've been working w dogs for a long time. And NEVER leave toys or food out. Period. Like they said its about prevention. Resource guarding (the toy thing) is a big problem of my Boys too!! It WILL cause a fight and one time you may not be able to do anything. Crate training is a must. Settle is a must. Basic obedience will change the whole feng Sui of your home. Things will go so much smoother.
First thing you should do is fix them. And asserting dominance and yelling are two totally different things. You can yell and yell and yell and get nowhere. The second you assert your dominance or the fact that you're boss and gain their respect, things will change 100%
I don't think it matters anymore, I may have to rehome my dogs... My husband just lost his job this morning and I can't find one. Monroe needs urgent care that I obviously can't afford at the moment....
Right, you'll just push then away further and postpone them trusting you plus up the anxiety and frantic behavior. It's NOT HEALTHY to yell at your dog. Be firm. Be serious. Calm. Yelling shows you're unstable.
Untrained, young dogs, in my opinion - are like rabid toddlers...you have to orchestrate every move for them and you can't turn your back for a second. You don't have to be harsh or punative; just firm, clear and completely consistent. It's allot of work in the beginning; dogs like children will not raise themselves; and if they do - generally doesn't turn out too well.
With their current behavior, I wouldn't allow them out of my sight. Maybe use a baby gate to separate them when you aren't directly supervising, or alternate 1 out 1 in crate w/ a frozen kong, 1 loose and 1 tethered to you...
Also now that you know shoes are triggers...just like toys...put them out of reach, in a closet or close the bedroom door. Think about what else could be a potential trigger and for now, get it out of the way.
Structure the environment in such a way that the dogs have no choice but to be good.
... Well my point is I hope you're applying all the great tips you've been given It's not about being smart but about being responsible don't leave them alone together and don't forget about crate training
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