Sigarms
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That goes without saying, including all the proper shots and tags.
New Puppy NEED help
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dave1949
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According to rescue orgs and humane shelters, people not being able to deal with normal puppy behavior is a leading cause of abandoned dogs. The reality is harder than people anticipate and many are totally unequipped to deal with it and the time, patience and training needed.
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unfortunately for some it does not...!
scesnick
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Your post insinuated that the orginal poster should have used reputable breeder and he wouldn't have any issues.
My point was that I DID use a reputable breeder and got a dog that isn't all that intelligent.
BTW- English Bulldog breed is not considered a super intelligent breed no matter who breeds them. (But they sure are a cool dog none the less)
whistlepig
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I use training (shock collars) on dogs also. But not on puppies. The sole purpose of a shock collar is to stop a dog. Stop a dog from running in front of a car. Stop a dog from chasing a child. Stop a dog from catching a skunk. Stop a dog from spooking a horse with a rider on. They will not make the dog smart. That's the owner's responsibility. And there is no such thing as a junk dog. Just the owners that make them junk.
Give the pup something to do besides bark. Give it some direction, teach it something like sit stay etc. Give it treats and praise for being quiet. Walk, walk, walk, with it with proper leash training. It may have some fear problems or other reasons for barking, but it is young and moldable, no culling needed.
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Most pups taken from their mom/litter before 8 weeks were done so just as they were beginning to undergo socialization and other behavioral training. This new void usually can be overcome with additional attention and training in the new home, but can be a challenge, mom was on the job 24/7. Somehow we have come to believe that weaning indicates timing for removal from the litter, but it is only part of the scenario.
I'd add another vote for complete vet check also.
I'd add another vote for complete vet check also.
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I believe you said one barks all the time.....at every thing?? all day or at certain times?
I am no dog professional but have competed with my sorry old pup in hunt test etc and have seen alot of types of dogs over the years...
Point is that every dog is different...and every dog has their issues....
Sounds like you have found out this pups current issue....
Do you crate your pups?
I am no dog professional but have competed with my sorry old pup in hunt test etc and have seen alot of types of dogs over the years...
Point is that every dog is different...and every dog has their issues....
Sounds like you have found out this pups current issue....
Do you crate your pups?
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Make sure your daughter or yourself isn't petting, cuddling, or otherwise rewarding the dog to try and calm it. Years ago, I had a puppy that started out barking all the time. I would ignore it (in or out of it's crate) whenever it barked. If it started barking when I approached the cage, I would turn around and walk away. A couple of minutes after it would quiet, down I would give it plenty of love and praise. Less than a week it hardly barked at all. Ensure the puppy has sufficient breaks from the crate to eliminate and exercise. Plenty of exersise also helps calm a puppy or dog.
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jlsmith
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Thanks ill try this and see what happens.
