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It's not connected to inbreeding, hip dysplasia can affect pretty much any large breed dog.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpzvqN9JNUA
Then she's probably not stressed.
Glad I could help.
This link has some resources for fearful dogs. Good luck! http://www.dogforums.com/dog-training-forum/72111-reccomended-reading.html
Barking is hard, because it's self-rewarding for the dog. Hope this helps. http://www.clickertraining.com/how-to-stop-unwanted-barking
That is unfortunate. But you were a kid, you didn't know any better.
I'm not sure why everyone always jumps to saying all other trainers would put this dog down. Lots of positive trainers rehab dogs like this.
might have to get creative in figuring out what sort of reward is desirable to a particular dog, but positive training is adaptable. (2)
Positive training covers a wide variety of techniques. I can't think of a case I'm aware of that a dog didn't respond. Sometimes you (1)
Ah, okay gotcha.
Ah, yeah just from a health point of view that doesn't seem like a good idea.
Glad I could help. Enjoy that puppy and good luck!
Glad to be of service.
Absolutely. But you replied to me, so the other guy might not see this comment.
I'll add that depending on what you're doing to be the "alpha" that could be the cause or a contributing factor for her skittishness.
From what I've seen he uses positive training and redirects bad behaviors into something healthy rather than just trying to suppress them.
From what I've seen he uses positive training and redirects bad behaviors into something healthy rather than just trying to suppress them.
I'm not entirely sure what you're asking me.
your dog first hand and work with you. Sorry I can't be more help, if I give the wrong advice here it could make things worse.Good luck! (2)
Dog-aggression can have many causes, and if it's something you're worried about I would suggest finding a local trainer who can observe (1)
Knowledge is power!
I know the Korean Jindo whose only problem was that he wouldn't roll on his back in the house eventually got so bad he was put down.
Oh wow, I don't know. I don't even remember what I wanted to keep saying.
I'm not sure. They can get complicated and rely a lot on context. It'd would be hard to to find visuals. I'll see if I can.
Yeah, he had the dog right in front of him. Working with dogs is his job. He ignores signals he should have heeded.
From what I've seen he uses positive training and redirects bad behaviors into something healthy rather than just trying to suppress them.
Added it!
What does she do with visitors that you'd like to change? If it's rushing the door or jumping up asking her to sit instead can help.
Yeah, I know she's done other stuff but I worry if I point people to her they'll mostly see the show. Thanks, glad you liked it.