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brodyspap
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New Dog Owner

Post by brodyspap »

Hi, my name is Dave and I live in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, USA. I joined this web site because I need advice on a dog that I adopted in October. He is a poodle mix, 5-6 yrs old and he weighs 10+ lbs. For the most part he is a perfect companion. He absolutely loves my girlfriend and she always makes a huge fuss over him. When she's visiting he is always guarding her and he has attacked me on many occasions when I move around or come near her. He nips at my pants leg, trys to jump up and bite my hand, growls, barks and charges. He acts like a caged lion, stalking back and forth. As soon as she leaves, he comes running into the living room and jumps up on my lap, as if nothing had happened. It's actually a little comical but I'm looking to train him out of this aggressive behavior. HELP!!
Ari_RR
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Re: New Dog Owner

Post by Ari_RR »

Welcome aboard
I would post the question under "Dog Training Advice" - there is a lot more activity there.
Cheers
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