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August 31st, 2009 by KittyKitty

I know due to experience that even the best dogs are not always well behaved and do have behaviour problems.  Just imagine trying to deal with 2 English mastiffs, and a little Yorkie Poo.  They are next to impossible to handle when they’re all together which is reasonably frequently.  However, you can learn the tips that I did and how I found out a way to control my dogs better than I have ever managed to before!  Some of the things I am going to tell you about is coaching, positive beefing up, and consulting with your vet to reign out possible health problems. 

One of the first things that I had to do to help me out with my dogs was find a dog teaching program.  My husband was not to avid on the idea, but after they were obedience trained he was quite happy because they were no longer dragging him through the yard.  So that small coaching helped fantastically.  I think that training can help dogs of any age or size.  They can even help with dog behaviour issues. 

The next thing that I did to help address my dog behavior problems were to begin with positive re-strengthening.  I know that could be a easy psychological issue to address the problems, but it does work reasonably well.  I discovered that when they misbehave if I ignore them and not show any affection of any sort towards the dog it manages to switch their angle quite quickly.  Most dogs do love having attention given to them and without that attention then they typically will correct the naughty behavior quickly .  However, you should remember that when the dog does something good you have to give them love right away.  I usually give a pat on the chest which according to classes that I have went to makes them feel pleased with what they did.  I’ve used treats as a reward at certain times mainly when coaching them to come after I let them off of the leash. 

While those solutions often work for working with your dogs behaviour you might have to consult with your vet to help address the issues.  I’ve had to do that for my pussy even because her behaviour is so terrible.  Occasionally as is the case with my cat he prescribed medicine for her.  That would be what your dog needs to correct any behaviour issues that keep repeated.  Remember that your often your dogs behavior might be due to health problems so be sure to check with your vet before trying anything more. 

So if your dog is having behavior issues you can try a variety of things.  Some of those things include consulting with your vet about possible health problems, positive strengthening, and dog coaching.  A combination of all those things maybe needed which is what I had to do with my dogs.  Principally the training and positive re-strengthening which looked to help out the best since they were only puppies, but in your older dogs it maybe that they are experiencing health issues so you do have to consider the age of your dog before taking any steps to correct the behavior. 

I am living in North Carolina with my smashing partner and 2 beautiful kids.  I have 2 English mastiff puppies, a Golden Labrador, and a Yorkie.  I also have two cats who came to us as strays.  I adore sewing, knitting, and handling to take care of my zoo at the house.  Since I have so many pets I have a strong interest in animal issues.