izzy3jordan1
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alliesmom said:
When Eli was a pup, we had to put one baby gate on top of another. She eventually stopped trying to jump over it and then grew out of her attempts. Patience!
HELP! My pup is such a brat!!
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When Eli was a pup, we had to put one baby gate on top of another. She eventually stopped trying to jump over it and then grew out of her attempts. Patience!
Maximus certainly tested our patience not listening to us. My husband always yelled at me because I was always coming home with a new toy for Max (I think he has about one of every kind of toy they sell at Petco) but I would always tell my husband that it is cheaper to buy toys then replace furniture or our belongings. Because of such variety he never (thank goodness) chewed on furniture or other things. Occasionally, he has gotten hold of something that doesn't belong to him (a log from the fireplace for example) but not to often. Also, he tends to like the softer toys (fleece or stringy toys) as opposed to the hard rubber or nylabones.
As far as not listening, we put some pennies in a milk jug (or can) and shake that when he's doing something he's not supposed to do. It grabs his attention without being physical. Now we don't even have to shake it anymore, as soon as he sees it he knows he's doing something wrong and that we mean business. And like everyone else says there's nothing like some time at the dog park or a good long walk. It wipes him out in no time.
As far as not listening, we put some pennies in a milk jug (or can) and shake that when he's doing something he's not supposed to do. It grabs his attention without being physical. Now we don't even have to shake it anymore, as soon as he sees it he knows he's doing something wrong and that we mean business. And like everyone else says there's nothing like some time at the dog park or a good long walk. It wipes him out in no time.
alliesmom
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Allie update
Thanks for all the great advice.
I failed to mention that I also work full-time, so she is already crated enough during the day.
As for keeping paper out of reach, since I am working in the family room, I don't have a desk in there, so I'm working on my laptop on the couch. To keep paper completely out of her reach-it would be out of mine as well.
She is beginning to listen more, and giving her a toy instead is staring to work as well (she currently has approx. 25 toys-I get one every time I go out, too!!)
She still has her moments, but all in all, she's improving. I like the pennies in the jar idea-I'd never get physical with my baby, but 'No' doesn't always work, either.
I did catch her chewing on the door trim-I sprayed repellent I bought from a pet store on it, and she hasn't gone near it since!!
Thanks for all the great advice.
I failed to mention that I also work full-time, so she is already crated enough during the day.
As for keeping paper out of reach, since I am working in the family room, I don't have a desk in there, so I'm working on my laptop on the couch. To keep paper completely out of her reach-it would be out of mine as well.
She is beginning to listen more, and giving her a toy instead is staring to work as well (she currently has approx. 25 toys-I get one every time I go out, too!!)
She still has her moments, but all in all, she's improving. I like the pennies in the jar idea-I'd never get physical with my baby, but 'No' doesn't always work, either.
I did catch her chewing on the door trim-I sprayed repellent I bought from a pet store on it, and she hasn't gone near it since!!
Our baby went from a cute little puppy to a monster. She is 5 months old. After this last week I think I need to get a metal bra. She got me 3 times if you get my drift - and she wasn't trying to nurse!!! :eek:
Usually if she gets alot of excercise she is much better. They probably go crazy when they want to let you know they want to play. I think it is more fun to play with them than get upset with their behavior. Usually when I start getting frustrated with her I take a deep breath, re-evaluate the situation, and take her out to play.
I have a 13 yr old boxer (KOKO) who can't walk anymore and wish she had as much energy. They are only young once and they grow up so quickly.
Hang in there and enjoy the benefits of youth!
Usually if she gets alot of excercise she is much better. They probably go crazy when they want to let you know they want to play. I think it is more fun to play with them than get upset with their behavior. Usually when I start getting frustrated with her I take a deep breath, re-evaluate the situation, and take her out to play.
I have a 13 yr old boxer (KOKO) who can't walk anymore and wish she had as much energy. They are only young once and they grow up so quickly.
Hang in there and enjoy the benefits of youth!
elbykitty
Super Boxer
Oscar is my first boxer and I just assumed they all boxers wanted to always be the center of the attention. Oscar is a brat and a mommas boy. Now he doesn't nip or bite anymore, or jump on new folks. He hasn't for months. But he still is such a brat, when he doesn't get his way he barks at me or whines. He follows me everywhere and if I try to stop him from following me he scratches and whines at the door or knocks over the baby gate. It is like he has to be by me all the time. I was sick earlier this week so missed Monday and Tuesday at work so he didn't have to be in has kennel for 4 days. Well it was such a hassle to get him is his kennel when I finally returned to work, I give him his Kong everytime he is the kennel. I throw it in there and he follows. We stood there for at least 3 minutes while he barked his protest before he finally got in. And then he had his first accident in it in over a month. When he is doing something bad and I tell him no sometimes he won't quit until I start walking towards him, I feel like my mom when she would say I am giving you to the count of 3, he always sleeps on my bed when I am not looking, if he can he will grab a mouthful of cat food when passing by thier bowls. I am very consistant with correcting him, but it is like he is always trying to see how far he can push me. I love him so much, but sometimes his bratiness drives me crazy.
Elbykitty
Mom of Oscar and Lilly
Elbykitty
Mom of Oscar and Lilly
boscosmommy
Boxer Booster
Hi, I don't know if anyone else has mentioned this to you but I use the command "leave it" when Bosco is getting ready to get into something or is in it already. I thought it was crazy when someone told me but to this day(he is 10 months)it works. He just knew what it meant the first time I tried it. I know you are at a stage where you are seeking anything to get through the puppy stage. Everyone here can relate! Good Luck!
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furrykidmom
Completely Boxer Crazy
I can relate
Our pup is 11 weeks old. We have had him for two weeks. He is already getting bossy and defiant. He barks when he does not get his own way. He hates to be confined. He has body slammed the baby gate and at 11 weeks he is trying to jump it and is almost succeeding.
Everything goes into his mouth. He has tons of toys and we try to rotate them so he does not get bored. His favorite things to chew on that are not toys is the carpet and the new Beasley Dog Couch. He likes to dive bomb the couch and chew and dig. We tell him to leave it and sometimes I swear he does not hear me. We correct him by giving him a toy and playing with him but sometimes he goes right back to what he was doing. We continue to correct him and sometimes have to remove him from the area. He will voice his dissatifaction.
He was doing great with housetraining and now all of a sudden he has taken to peeing in the house when he comes back in and peeing in his crate.
He is cute as a button and I love to squeeze him and tell him what a pain in the butt he is and how much I love to hold him. It will not be long before he does not fit in my arms anymore. One of the things I love about the little puppy stage. That and the smell of puppy breathe. The bratiness I could do without but it will be a long time. We are in it for the long haul just like the rest of you.
Our pup is 11 weeks old. We have had him for two weeks. He is already getting bossy and defiant. He barks when he does not get his own way. He hates to be confined. He has body slammed the baby gate and at 11 weeks he is trying to jump it and is almost succeeding.
Everything goes into his mouth. He has tons of toys and we try to rotate them so he does not get bored. His favorite things to chew on that are not toys is the carpet and the new Beasley Dog Couch. He likes to dive bomb the couch and chew and dig. We tell him to leave it and sometimes I swear he does not hear me. We correct him by giving him a toy and playing with him but sometimes he goes right back to what he was doing. We continue to correct him and sometimes have to remove him from the area. He will voice his dissatifaction.
He was doing great with housetraining and now all of a sudden he has taken to peeing in the house when he comes back in and peeing in his crate.
He is cute as a button and I love to squeeze him and tell him what a pain in the butt he is and how much I love to hold him. It will not be long before he does not fit in my arms anymore. One of the things I love about the little puppy stage. That and the smell of puppy breathe. The bratiness I could do without but it will be a long time. We are in it for the long haul just like the rest of you.
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