Hey guys so I've been doing a lot of reading around here and I was wondering if some experienced owners can give me some tools to prepare for any situations that could arise with my 6 month old german Shepard ..
What is the best way to deal with a dog that could possibly growl at you ? I've seen the old ceaser Milan fellow who yanks the lead when they display unwanted behaviour but then I've read from others that a growl is a blessing from the dog to avoid a possible bite.
Personally I feel if they growl at you it's disrespect but hey I'm not an expert .
I won't beat around the bush at the moment I've been using the touch to correct her or putting her gently on her side .. Especially when she is rough with my little dog who is 4 kgs. She is quite head strong I've split up fights on a few occasions and I've been bit by my gsd while breaking up the fight .. She did not bite on purpose was more of a redirection bite cause I was in the middle of it separating 2 furious dogs.
Anyway just trying to get the right tools to maintain the confidence to be a confident leader . I'm pretty new to large breeds so I'm getting as much tools as I can .
Ps she is very sweet quite aloof but enjoys a pat here and there , loves chasing the ball , she is reasonably obedient without food , I follow all the rules in the sense -
Sitting before entering and editing doors
Sitting and waiting for the command to eat
Trying to teach her to heal
Does not go on our furniture (due to my inexperience - cant afford leadership challenges )
I socialise her alot .. Plenty of walks ..
I always ensure she is gentle with my little Papion
Thanks guys
What is the best way to deal with a dog that could possibly growl at you ? I've seen the old ceaser Milan fellow who yanks the lead when they display unwanted behaviour but then I've read from others that a growl is a blessing from the dog to avoid a possible bite.
Personally I feel if they growl at you it's disrespect but hey I'm not an expert .
I won't beat around the bush at the moment I've been using the touch to correct her or putting her gently on her side .. Especially when she is rough with my little dog who is 4 kgs. She is quite head strong I've split up fights on a few occasions and I've been bit by my gsd while breaking up the fight .. She did not bite on purpose was more of a redirection bite cause I was in the middle of it separating 2 furious dogs.
Anyway just trying to get the right tools to maintain the confidence to be a confident leader . I'm pretty new to large breeds so I'm getting as much tools as I can .
Ps she is very sweet quite aloof but enjoys a pat here and there , loves chasing the ball , she is reasonably obedient without food , I follow all the rules in the sense -
Sitting before entering and editing doors
Sitting and waiting for the command to eat
Trying to teach her to heal
Does not go on our furniture (due to my inexperience - cant afford leadership challenges )
I socialise her alot .. Plenty of walks ..
I always ensure she is gentle with my little Papion
Thanks guys