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<blockquote data-quote="Star*" data-source="post: 172136" data-attributes="member: 4964"><p>I think you have gotten some good advice - </p><p> </p><p>Spitz are a high energy dog. They need a lot of exercise. At least an hour a day 1/2 hr. increments. A lot of walking. And socialization. </p><p> </p><p>A lot of people believe that once they are "older" you can't change their ways or rather teach an old dog new tricks. This is a myth....and moreso a thought for husbands not dogs. </p><p> </p><p>Have you ever put a leash on her? </p><p>If she's not familiar and I mean - WALKING all the time familiar with a leash do NOT run out and buy a choke collar and start by jerking a knot in her neck. Let her instead get used to dragging a light lead inside your home and outside - making sure she doesn't get caught on anything. If she does, simply undo her leash from "whatever' and let her go. </p><p> </p><p>Next you need to know how to put a choke collar on. There is a right way - that will release and a wrong way that will choke and remain choking - learn how to put it together and which side the loops should be on. The dog ALWAYS is on your left side. </p><p> </p><p>I wouldn't start off with visitors - I would start with some simple commands. Walk (or HEAL) and SIT. This should be able to be accomplished in 1/2 hour lessons 5 days a week and one 1 hour session a week so she does not get bored with learning. She's probably going to really enjoy working with you as Spitz were bred to be working dogs. </p><p> </p><p>You said before you need to loose weight - this is a really good way to do that. Walk every day!!! </p><p> </p><p>When she's used to you being the boss - because right now she is NOT! - She sees everyone as part of the pack. She's not sure who is in charge - because when you get company my bet would be that there is mass excitement and your vibes are stressy, upset, angry to some point because she's not listening....and anxious. She feels all of that - so before you start to train HER how to behave around company you need to make sure you train YOURSELF to remain CALM when she starts barking and getting excited your mindset should be - like that of IGNORING an over zealous child. If it gets no feeling and attention eventually it will settle down. And as far as putting her AWAY from company? Nope.......</p><p> </p><p>She could remain around you, with her collar/choke and leash on.....and made to either sit (which you've worked on) and then STEP on the leash and ignore her. If she growls or acts dominant? Snap your fingers, make a shhhhhsh noise and say in a firm tone. NO. If it continues......walk her around, using your 1 word commands heel, sit......and then replace her at your feet - NOT ON THE COUCH.....and step on her leash. Then YOU remain calm and ignore her. </p><p> </p><p>I could show you the difference in my dogs who go absolutely bonkers if DF's buddy comes to visit when Im not here and when I'm here. When I am not here? DF thinks its good for his buddys' ego to hear the dogs, whine, cry, bark, carryon, talk and jump all over the place. Like WE MISSED YOU WELCOME WELCOME. WHen I'm here - if they start the "show" they get a look - a snap, a shsh and show's over. I won't tolerate unruly children in my home furry or otherwise. And encouraging them to do so is dangerous. </p><p> </p><p>I would REALLY REALLY REALLY recommend you find at a vets office or AKC club locally a training class. If you fear she will bite? Take a knee high stocking tie it over her nose under her chin and tie in a knot on top or get a small nylon muzzle at a pet shop. BUT DOOOOOOOO get her socialized. A trainer there can show you HOW to set a choke collar, give you tips on HOW YOU should emit emotions around your dogs......and really save her life and further embarrassment. Lessons are usually worth their weight in gold. </p><p> </p><p>Hope this helps - but seriously look into a group locally as she REALLY needs socialization and some structure. Once you get her in the obedience lessons the flight or fight reaction you are witnessing at home with the noises - may disappear. </p><p>Speak to your trainer about it - </p><p> </p><p>Hugs</p><p>Star</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Star*, post: 172136, member: 4964"] I think you have gotten some good advice - Spitz are a high energy dog. They need a lot of exercise. At least an hour a day 1/2 hr. increments. A lot of walking. And socialization. A lot of people believe that once they are "older" you can't change their ways or rather teach an old dog new tricks. This is a myth....and moreso a thought for husbands not dogs. Have you ever put a leash on her? If she's not familiar and I mean - WALKING all the time familiar with a leash do NOT run out and buy a choke collar and start by jerking a knot in her neck. Let her instead get used to dragging a light lead inside your home and outside - making sure she doesn't get caught on anything. If she does, simply undo her leash from "whatever' and let her go. Next you need to know how to put a choke collar on. There is a right way - that will release and a wrong way that will choke and remain choking - learn how to put it together and which side the loops should be on. The dog ALWAYS is on your left side. I wouldn't start off with visitors - I would start with some simple commands. Walk (or HEAL) and SIT. This should be able to be accomplished in 1/2 hour lessons 5 days a week and one 1 hour session a week so she does not get bored with learning. She's probably going to really enjoy working with you as Spitz were bred to be working dogs. You said before you need to loose weight - this is a really good way to do that. Walk every day!!! When she's used to you being the boss - because right now she is NOT! - She sees everyone as part of the pack. She's not sure who is in charge - because when you get company my bet would be that there is mass excitement and your vibes are stressy, upset, angry to some point because she's not listening....and anxious. She feels all of that - so before you start to train HER how to behave around company you need to make sure you train YOURSELF to remain CALM when she starts barking and getting excited your mindset should be - like that of IGNORING an over zealous child. If it gets no feeling and attention eventually it will settle down. And as far as putting her AWAY from company? Nope....... She could remain around you, with her collar/choke and leash on.....and made to either sit (which you've worked on) and then STEP on the leash and ignore her. If she growls or acts dominant? Snap your fingers, make a shhhhhsh noise and say in a firm tone. NO. If it continues......walk her around, using your 1 word commands heel, sit......and then replace her at your feet - NOT ON THE COUCH.....and step on her leash. Then YOU remain calm and ignore her. I could show you the difference in my dogs who go absolutely bonkers if DF's buddy comes to visit when Im not here and when I'm here. When I am not here? DF thinks its good for his buddys' ego to hear the dogs, whine, cry, bark, carryon, talk and jump all over the place. Like WE MISSED YOU WELCOME WELCOME. WHen I'm here - if they start the "show" they get a look - a snap, a shsh and show's over. I won't tolerate unruly children in my home furry or otherwise. And encouraging them to do so is dangerous. I would REALLY REALLY REALLY recommend you find at a vets office or AKC club locally a training class. If you fear she will bite? Take a knee high stocking tie it over her nose under her chin and tie in a knot on top or get a small nylon muzzle at a pet shop. BUT DOOOOOOOO get her socialized. A trainer there can show you HOW to set a choke collar, give you tips on HOW YOU should emit emotions around your dogs......and really save her life and further embarrassment. Lessons are usually worth their weight in gold. Hope this helps - but seriously look into a group locally as she REALLY needs socialization and some structure. Once you get her in the obedience lessons the flight or fight reaction you are witnessing at home with the noises - may disappear. Speak to your trainer about it - Hugs Star [/QUOTE]
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