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YAY!!

I was looking for something like this...
I wanted to create a voice file of me for when Cracker was home but didn't know how to set it up to record on my computer so this is a godsend, Thank you!!

Paul. As much as it IS true that variable reinforcement is powerful..when dealing with SA (especially severe SA) the kong is not meant as a reward, it is meant as an appropriate outlet for the stress...licking a kong filled with frozen PB for example releases endorphins..(licking itself is endorphin...

A couple of things here. One, housetraining a small dog can be a bit harder than a larger one, they have much smaller bladders so anticipating her need to go, using a regular schedule can help. Two, sofas are SOFT and most times a dog will choose carpet over hardwood and a bed or sofa over the floor...

Hi. Sometimes puppies can find the soft bed a very tempting place to urinate..or it is possible he has a urinary issue happening. Since you mentioned he has in the past urinated submissively it also could be something startled him, he peed but didn't want to get in trouble so didnt' want to show you...

Have you thought about acclimatizing her to a crate for when you are gone, for her safety? I have an SA dog too...pacing, urinating, howling and just recently chewing..which she never did even as a pup. Confining her to a smaller space helps (though I don't crate..I live in a teeny tiny place and th...

Lots of good advice here. Yes, a clicker for TRAINING the behaviours you need (Kiss my butt, I like that!) is helpful as it is a training tool..not a 'defensive" tool..lol. I also agree with not becoming vocal..screaming and yelling will only escalate a situation. Though there are times if you ...

Well, I have to admit, the GSD (Memphis) is one of my walking/training clients..not mine, but I AM partial to him..the big goofus. The other "happy pup" is mine. I just thought it would be nice for our young poster to get a good sense of what a happy, calm and well adjusted dog LOOKS like....

THese are the type of faces you want to see looking at you!!

I am glad you have found some support from your dad to help with Neko. I have a few comments: I agree with Fundog that it is good that you are rewarding her for going in to your kennel..so yay for you! I would suggest trading the choke collar in for a martingale collar or a harness to help you with ...

That's what I thought at first too Paul. I am part of an extended "family" of folks who have and who work with aggressive and reactive dogs..and each and every one of them have had great success using clicker training to modify behaviour. Some of the best books describing the use of a clic...

Absolutely true Sandy. We all are responsible.

Poor Bug. My sympathies go out to his family. :cry: I do hope the owner of the other dog will do the responsible thing and keep the dog leashed from now on, on top of getting help to deal with the aggressive behaviour. This is every dog owner's nightmare..whether to have your dog gravely injured or ...

Paws.. I agree that the trainer should have been more "careful" about the well behaved, QUIET dog..but to "shame on you" is a bit harsh, don't you think? Putting Muttley's owner on the defensive is not going to help him learn anything. Paul...the face is helpful but most aggressi...

I am so sorry to hear this is happening. Such stress for you , your family and your beloved dogs. Number one: Get both dogs checked for physical issues...thyroid (T6 not just a T4) and lyme disease, pain related issues (hips etc). Number 2: Get a good behaviourist to come in and assess both dogs, wi...

good job Noobs! Sometimes when Operant conditioning won't work (over or even too close to threshold) a little classical is asked for...and that is basically what you've done..asked for nothing more than him to take the treats....there are many dogs out there that start out with CC because they simpl...