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New dog to the yard. Problems

Discussion in 'Dog Discussion' started by p1tbull, Oct 26, 2010.

  1. p1tbull

    p1tbull Big Dog

    I just got a new dog in my yard and she is a god dam head ache. Freaken jumping out my kennel. She is a real mess. She is a very shy dog, growls and dont like getting scratch by me. Anything i can do to improve her bond for me, she kind of scares me at times. Only time well tell i guess?
     
  2. chaser71

    chaser71 Banned

    She growls at you? I would give her a couple days if she doesn't improve then put her down.
     
  3. USSR

    USSR Banned

    1.Jumpin out of kennel.... Solution... Put her ass on a chain! ----------- 2. Growls - try a new approach. let her come to you instead of forcing yourself on her... she will let you kno whens she ready to bond...JMO.
     
  4. ccourtcleve

    ccourtcleve Big Dog

    A properly put together chain spot or runner will solve the kennel issue for you pretty quickly.

    Growling at you is a much larger issue. I would personally put down a dog i was afraid of that I owned, but you could work with a reputable trainer in your area. Giving it time is probably the worst idea ever.
     
  5. USSR

    USSR Banned

    even if the dog is new to your yard?I dont see how that would be a bad idea, you have to give the dog time to get use to its surroundings.
     
  6. ccourtcleve

    ccourtcleve Big Dog

    No I do not allow new dogs on my yard to growl at me. But to each his own

    Any bulldog I have could go on anyones yard at the drop of a dime and would not growl or show aggression.
     
  7. USSR

    USSR Banned

    It sounds like you dont understand dogs, nor do you try or want to understand dogs... afterall its so much easier to just put them down right(rolls eyes)???
    I could understand your theory if the dog had bitten someone or attempted to bite someone, but this doesnt appear to be the case with said dog
     
  8. ccourtcleve

    ccourtcleve Big Dog

    I suppose if you had any clue who I was or knew anything about me this statement would seem logical. I am not here to defend my knowledge of dogs to you or anyone else on this site.

    However, I am here to post my opinion as it is a public forum. If you feel as though your opinion differs, you are welcome to illustrate that in your post.

    Now, if you take a look at my initial post you will see I suggested working with a trainer. The OP did not give many details surrounding why the dog was growling. Regardless, a dog that is growling with an owner who is unaware of how to fix the problem can lead to larger issues, including a liability if it were to bite someone. If you don't know, the best thing to do is work with someone who does, and advice on the internet may not always suffice.

    For me and my personal situation, yes a dog that growls at me will usually be put down. There is nothing wrong with someone else taking a different approach.
     
  9. sadieblues

    sadieblues CH Dog


    First of all how old is this dog?

    If she is jumping out of the kennel she needs to be on a chain.

    If you are scared of the dog the dog is going to pick up on it and it's going to make the situation worse she will react to what she picks up on from you. Don't fear the dog.

    You may need to give this dog sometime to get used to you as her new owner and her new living environment.

    You should let her come to you don't force yourself on her. Spend a little time with her everyday.

    If she growls at you how do you feed her? Will she allow you to walk in and out the kennel without growling? Or does she only growl at you when you try and touch her?

    Some dogs are just an unstable mess and need to be put down. I would give it a little time and see how she does. But doesn't sound like this is a dog you would be able to control longterm if it continues especially because your afraid of her.
     
  10. USSR

    USSR Banned

    I respect your OPINIONS. it just doesnt sit well with me to advise putting the dog down for growling if it hasnt bit anyone nor has it attempted to bite anyone. I agree working with a professional is best ecspecially if you dont know how to fix the problem yourself. As for who you are, you are just like me, HUMAN. Good day
     
  11. ccourtcleve

    ccourtcleve Big Dog

    Then I would strongly suggest actually reading my post. All I stated was I would put down a dog that growled at me. My suggestion to the OP was to work with a trainer. Another user suggested simply waiting two days and then putting the dog down if there were no improvement.

    Everything posted here is the individuals opinion. Nothing more.

    Hopefully this clears some things up for you!
     
  12. USSR

    USSR Banned

    k while your putting down dogs for growling @ you, I'd continue feeding that dog until it gave me a reason to end its life.
     
  13. united

    united Banned

    Try to find out how she has been raised and treated before you got her. How did she act when you picked her up and drove her home? Can she see other dog's? If she can't let her see some as it may help calm her nerve's to have some company.

    Growling is a problem. As she's nervy give her a couple of days to settle in, if she continues starve her a day so she get's hungry. Then walk up and give her some feed by hand from the feed bowl and see how she acts then. If she growl's cull her.
     
  14. sadieblues

    sadieblues CH Dog

    I agree you shouldn't put a dog down for growling and you may be a more exp handler than the OP .. He has stated he actually fears this dog a scared dog and a scared owner don't mix well. I we be more inclined to have the OP bring in someone who can help him with the dog and help him to feel more comfortable with being around the dog or re home the dog with someone who can handle the dog without being afraid.
     
  15. Dream Pits

    Dream Pits CH Dog

    you have to give the dog time to adjust to the new situation.
    either put a top on your kennel or put her on a chain
    come out to her chain spot with treats and bend down to her level and let her come to you rather than forcing yourself on her and invading her personal space
    hold ur hand low and let her sniff it rather than tryin to pet her on the head
    as she becomes more comfortable with you and realizes you are the one who feeds her she will loosen up around you.
    Put yourself in her shoes, its to early to know if she is just a nasty dog
     
  16. ccourtcleve

    ccourtcleve Big Dog

    Well you have some lucky doggies over there. But I would suggest answering the OP's question instead of worrying yourself over what is done with dogs on my yard.

    Your post are amusing however.
     
  17. USSR

    USSR Banned

    and likewise you have some very UNLUCKY doggies over there. Good day sir
     
  18. Buck E. Owens

    Buck E. Owens Banned

    just grab a lawn chair and a drink, sit and hang with the dog for a bit, it will come around more-offen then not, the more time you spend with them, dont be scared of it, just be carefull, dont be waving your arms, some dogs are skidish and need time to figure everything out, they get cautious when dont understand the situation, its confidence will build the more time you spend with it and the more it see;s yah interacty with the other dogs. jmo
     
  19. Dream Pits

    Dream Pits CH Dog

    good post buck
     
  20. Chump

    Chump Banned

    That is a tough situation. Sometimes I have seen skidish dogs become more confident as they age. However, I wouldn't breed a dog that has a tendency to be scared. Fear biters are much more common than aggressive biters.
     

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