Barking dog

[bob334]

How do I stop my dog barking and going mad at other dogs

[firewatch]

whats the breed? I would say soft muzzle but might get shot down! I am having the same issue with our lab!

[bookbinder]

Enrol it on a dog behaviour course.

[woofgang]

not a soft muzzle (you are dead right about being shot down firewatch) dogs can't pant or drink wearing that kind of muzzle, they are only intended for very quick use, maybe at the vet or similar. Find a decent training class.

[daisya]

Agree with woofgang, dogs really need training out of habits because left to their own devices they develop bad ones...just like some hoomans...

[chaptazbru]

bookbinder makes a good point.

[chris552]

This is very difficult. Use a check chain. When he meets another dog, check him instantly and say no very firmly. Besure you put the check chain on correctly.

[woofgang]

do not use a chain collar...all that does is associate pain with meeting another dog. How will that help?

[daisya]

Hate those chain collars, imagine the choking feeling for the poor dog...ugh.

[jules77]

Pet Corrector spray, just dont spray it in dogs face.

http://www.amazon.co....s=pet+corrector+spray

[rsvp]

define what you mean by 'going mad at other dogs' - is he/she wanting to play/fight/is frightened? what breed is it, what is the dog's history, is this a new thing, was the dog properly socialised as a pup, is it a rescue dog? As you see, there is no easy solution and the cure is to find out the cause and you are unlikely to do it without the help of a qualified, KIND animal behaviourist. please keep us informed of his/her progress - thank you

[spotit3]

I bought this plus a few other things but none of them worked. I went to a dog behaviourist who advised me to wear a Gentle Leader on him. It doesn't hurt in any way but stops him pulling on the lead and it has stopped mine going mad at other dogs. I think it cost £9.99 and was money well spent. The dog can still eat and drink when wearing it. It is very important to f
Make sure it fits properly first time he wears it.

[ladybirder]

NOT THE DOG WHISPERER. Please. No. The guy uses aggression and fear and is years out of date. Victoria Stilwell is the way to go - kindness and reward-based training.

[boxtops]

Indoors, outdoors, in the garden - we need more information!

[woofgang]

Not pet corrector either. If you want to change the dogs attitude to other dogs, why would you want him to associate the other dog with something bad? Go to a decent rewards based trainer.

[Baldric]

<<< This one does it as well, we kept putting her in close proximity to other dogs, getting friends to walk with us with their dogs, going to popular areas etc and she's now getting used to it, and although not perfect, a LOT better than she was, firm handling, no cruelty and rewards as earned.

[bob334]

the dog is a greyhound, he is fine with other greyhounds but not with other breeds.