E Collar for Dog Reactivity

[missmychance]

Frodo has reactive issues with other dogs. We live in a four plex and we are the end unit. There are a few dogs on our street (small dogs) that are just let out to roam. 2 in particular like to run along our fence line usually every day. They run back and forth barking at Frodo and he goes absolutely crazy, can't control him at all. I have been able to reinforce good behavior with Frodo with the dog in the next building's end unit because their dog is fenced in so Frodo can watch him and receive lots of praise, no issues there anymore. Same thing with our previous direct neighbor. The issue is all with the loose dogs, I have no idea when there gonna be out. I have voiced my concerns with the neighborhood offices twice but looks like no action has been taken. My husband has mentioned getting an E collar and although I have never liked the idea I'm beginning to wonder if it would help. Any suggestions or advice?

[Twyla]

I had about the same problem with dogs across the street. I finally told the owners that the next time I would file a complaint with A/C. They haven't escaped the fence since then.

[Lucy Dog]

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[missmychance]

Originally Posted by Twyla

I had about the same problem with dogs across the street. I finally told the owners that the next time I would file a complaint with A/C. They haven't escaped the fence since then.

Unfortunately these homes dont have fences. It seems a lot of people with small dogs just let them run loose. It sucks because it's driving Frodo crazy. I'm just at a loss on how to deal with the situation.

[Lucy Dog]

Is there all dogs need to be on leashes rule where you live? I'd keep complaining until something is done about it. You bother them enough times, someone will eventually get sick of having to listen to you and will do something.

What kind of collar do you use to control him? Have you tried a prong?

And have you looked into reactive dog classes or anything like that?

[CeCe]

I would squirt the small dogs with a water gun-they'll learn real quick not to come around your property.

[missmychance]

Yes, all dogs are supposed to be leased at all times if not in a yard. He doesn't have any special collars other than a halti which is sometimes used on walks. I've looked for reactive dog classes in my area, unfortunately there are none that I can find. I've also spoken to a few trainers but they won't deal with these kinds of problems, only basic issues.

[Lucy Dog]

It's not going to solve your problem, but I'd try out a prong for better control of the dog if you're really having trouble controlling him when he sees other dogs.

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[missmychance]

Originally Posted by Lucy Dog

It's not going to solve your problem, but I'd try out a prong for better control of the dog if you're really having trouble controlling him when he sees other dogs.

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He is already improving somewhat. Since being diagnosed with epi we go to the vet weekly for weigh ins and he has been great seeing and walking past the other dogs. But I have no way to control the situation in the yard other than being out there at all times and bringing him in if I see the other dogs. Usually this is the case but I just leave the back door open so sometimes I'm not out there when it happens. I just didn't know if an e collar would make the situation worse.

[GregK]

Originally Posted by missmychance

I just didn't know if an e collar would make the situation worse.

It could. What do you want to use it for - to get his attention in order to recall him back into the house?