About to shoot my dog!!

Sorry you are correct I should have thrown in some smiles! I don't really beat my dog per say, these are the only 3 times she has ever been hit. Normally a scolding is more than enough. I said beating because I was angry actually it is more like 5 or 6 whacks to the head and behind next to all the messes.

I have been around pits since it was legal to fight them, I have never myself but have been to the fights, Its not what you see on T.V. at-least not here. My point is I have been around these dogs as long as I can remember, sometimes things need to be hit to understand. Just look at the way kids are turning out these days.

Don't get me wrong she is one of the best I have ever had with the exception of this. Its just the tree is too intriguing. I imagine it is separation anxiety causing this. Besides how could anyone be mad at this



To help get her energy out, I have a spring pole, large balls, and we run in the morining and afternoon if the weather permits. They say a tired dog is a good dog. We also do 3-4 15 minute training sessions a day, depending on her mood and time. Owning one of these dogs is a big responsibility, and you must be ready to handle it. I was just ranting here. Thanks for the input, I will put some of it into affect.

 

I would say hide the gifts but she would probobly track them down, then the kiddos will know where the hiding spot is...


LOL that might be what it is.. the kids are doing something to the presents to get the dog to mess with them.. try to rip the wrapping see what there getting.. try smacking the kids next time. haha

 

I will be looking into the spray that the others have mentioned. Its just one of those things. And will all be over in 20 days.

 

Two words, Cesar Millan. He's the best. http://www.cesarmillaninc.com/

 

That would be a boring show, no one would ever be around. She behaves very well when I am around. I watch the show but never had a dog act like the ones on there. With the exception of this little one.

 

Sorry to go off but this is one of those things that gets me fired up. Thankfully its not the way it seemed in your original posts.

I am an animal cruelty investigator so you aren't going to win me over with the fighting comment. But at least you know what you are getting yourself into with this breed. I can't say I've ever seen a fighting ring and thought it wasn't too bad and I have seen quite a few. Also, both of my pits were rescued from that type of situation so I am a bit partial.

Looks like your pup has a pretty loving family, she is one of the lucky ones.

 

No problem, that was a very polite way to go off. I was upset when I made the original post. Sorry about that. Pits get such a bad rep already.
I live in a small country town, the dog fighting here was nothing like what I have seen on TV. The dogs are part of the family they are very well fed and loved. None here have been killed or miss treated for losing a fight, atleast the ones we used to run with. But I know there are those that do. I can't even imagine what you have seen.

 

Boring or not his principals apply to your situation. The dog has pepped up energy and suffers form some separation anxiety. He needs to know you are still the alpha male when you are gone. Worked on my dogs.

Plus you have to see "Daddy", which is Will Smith's Pit (I think). Talk about a gentle soul.

 

Man Im havin a hell of a time training my 7month old Beagle. Shes so damn stubborn! haha

House training and understanding the word "no" was a breeze... caught on very fast. But she is horrible about begging for human food although her dish is sitting 5ft away and is full. When outside if she doesn't have her shock collar on she will sometimes just stop listening and do what she wants... until you practically have to yell at her for her to respond. The whole time she'll glance up at me too like saying "I hear you but I don't care" lol

 

I hear Mike Vick is getting out soon and is looking for some young Pit pups to join his fight camp....just kiddin.

Maybe something like this will work, (found at any of your local giant pet warehouses for under $10):





Water-based spray deters chewing. Alcohol-free formula will not sting like other chew products. Spray evenly on hot spots, summer itch, wounds, sores, bandages, furniture, wood, drapes, paws, tails, and manes.
May be used on dogs, cats, and horses. Do not spray around eyes.
May be sprayed over medication.

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Active ingredient: rosemary 0.5%. Other ingredients: water and sodium bicarbonate.

 

Damn Dog! Just curious, how do you project youself when your around her? Or about to "Whoop" her? Dog's are smart animals, and while pain might get their attention a lot faster, but its not always the resolution. You can easily get her to stop by Grabbing her collar, swat her nose, then Stand over her. So she knows who the "Alpha" is. Dogs all have a "Pack" mentality treat her as if you were/are the Leader. Use a Firm voice, not a yell, when telling her "No!". We used to Train Police German Sheperds, and I don't think I ever saw my father lay into the dog's more than a hanful of times.

 

quick thread hijack,

KT, how did you houose break your dog? My beaglle is going on 6 mo and still goes inside!

 

We started out when we got her (7 weeks) taking her out constantly. At least once an hour. If she ate she went out, if she woke up from a nap she went out, etc.

If she went on the floor, we would put her nose in it and scold her. She knew real quick that it was a bad thing to go in the house.

Is your beagle real stubborn? Gosh mine makes me so mad sometimes. especially when shes outside and i want her to come in, I call and call and call until I finally have to raise my voice and yell at her. then she finally trots over.

 

6 mos. still means puppy. Get a crate and use it only when you're not around to watch her. It does work - done it before and will do it again.

 

This is the first time I have tried this but so far I like it. When I take her out I tell her "better go now" when she starts to do her business. It makes people ask what the hell are you doing but when we left for the hurricanes and would pull off the road to let her go she would right away. And in this cold weather it is a life saver. Just a thought.

Oh and heads up on my situation. I left the house with her loose, like always, for 5 hrs. Guess what no problems, I also didn't change anything. Also stayed this morning for 3hrs. Tree and gifts are fine. She has no misconception about who the Alpha male is, its just her job, like a child to see what she can get away with. Thanks for the tips, I'll still pick up some of that spray, for in-case.

 

dude, i love your avatar.... just be careful or TW will shut down for an entire day while the authorities "disarm" it