Problem walking dog

paulgalway

We have a Fox Terrier X, 3 yrs old.

When walking the dog in the park or along the prom in Salthill, our dog will start whining and become excited when she sees another dog in the distance.

We have often let her meet other dogs, of all sizes, she tends to sniff, ly down on front paws, and then starts barking.
It is getting to the stage that we do not want to walk her as she tries to get to every dog she sees

We tried a muzzle, but she will not move when it is on.

Any suggestions how we might make her more sociable?

djflawless

get a friend with a dog (thats good and patient with other dogs) and go somewhere without distractions from anything.keep walking the dogs by each other and every time your dog whinges or whimpers, in a stern voice let the dog know he or she is not supposed to be carrying out this behaviour.once the dog realises that any interaction without your authority towards any other dog is unnnaceptable..if the stern voice does'nt work, DO NOT resort to any slapping tapping or yanking the lead.just ease them into it by offering some form of treat to your dog while other dogs are passing.when they see they get rewards for keeping quiet towards other dogs it will become 2nd nature

ppink

Form you post it sounds like she is trying to be sociable.

Does she get any time to play with other dogs?

piperh

try and find a socialisation class run by a qualified behavourist who will correct any inappropriate behaviour while encouraging good.

LucyBliss

I have a dog who'd be a bit like that depending on what mood he's in. I've found that calling him (he's on the lead naturally) and breaking into a jog helps to redirect his attention. He's a bit "bark, bark...wait what?...whee, running!" and it moves him along nice and well.
I practise in the garden by calling him to me while I jog about and then he gets a treat once he's come with me a few steps.

magentas

piperh wrote: »

try and find a socialisation class run by a qualified behavourist who will correct any inappropriate behaviour while encouraging good.

Find a class that uses positive reinforcements for your dog, like West Dog Training in Galway. Make sure the trainer is quailified, experienced and most importantly patient and calm with your dog.

Is she used to being around other dogs? If not, she probably just doesn't know how to react and gets over-excited.

Good luck and let us know how you get on:)

magentas

PS: If you're really stuck, PM me if you want to arrange a playdate for her with other dogs, my fella is super friendly and would only love the opportunity to have a run around (or if you just want to practise walking by on lead etc) with another dog!

mjth2004

not to defend the breed - but wire foxes (god damn it) love to play, run & chase!

recall has tested me on many occassions once another dog has come into view!

socialisation does work but you have a dog that is a bundle of engery & always up for a game!