In the middle of everything

[jillyz]

We are having a bit of a problem with Belle. She NEEDS to be in the middle of absolutely everything we do. If she is tied to her lead or in her crate and she knows we are around, she will bark and whine incessantly. No matter how many times we tell her to be quiet, as soon as we turn our backs she starts right in again. We are not keeping her away from things to be mean, just for her own safety like mowing the lawn or cleaning the house. We are starting to think that we are the cause of the problem. We have had her for almost a month and a half (we got her at 9 weeks old) and she has always been with us. We really do not leave her out of anything, we take her with us whenever we go anywhere. I think that she believes she is one of us and has to be with us all the time like she has been in the past. Does anyone else have this problem and, if so what did you do to alleviate the situation?

 

[tiasmama]

Tia was the same way when she was younger. We started training her to stay in one spot- where she could see us, but also that she wasn't allowed to move from. Also I would recommend that you read The Culture Clash by Jeanne Donaldson (I think that is how you spell it). It is really helpful with situations like this.

 

[YourFriendDeb]

Legend is the same way...although he is getting better.

When we try to keep him in one room (like the family room) when we're unable to keep an eye on him, we put up a babygate. No good now! He can climb over it!

We've tried to put it higher and higher, but if its too high, he can scoot UNDER it. What's a momma to do?????????????????

 

[karens]

my rescue boy screams and howls so badly if he is not part of the party (sounds like a child with a large set of pipes screaming!) needless to say we either have to deal with it, or I will keep him on a leash if saftey is an issue. what a brat, and for me, what a sucker!

 

[Julie Davis]

I think Boomer thinks if he's not constantly by my side, then he can't "protect" me. He follows me everywhere. When I was a child, I hated being excluded from things...and boxers are like children...they don't want to miss anything.

 

[mercer]

WE HAVE TWO THAT HAVE TH SAME PROBLEM. YOU HAVE TO INGORE THEM AND DEAL WITH THE BARKING AND WHINING. OR YOU CAN GIVE IN AND LET THEM HAVE THEIR WAY. WE HAVE FOUND THOSE ARE THE ONLY TWO OPTIONS. THEY SHOULD OUTGROW IT.

 

[proudboxermomma]

When Duke was that age he was the same way. They do grow out of it. I know that it both drives you crazy and makes you feel bad but they will be ok. Stay strong.

 

[wink]

Our babies are part of everything we do, but we don't have any problems. They have their noses in absolutely everything!! I feel bad if they are left alone because they are "people dogs" and how can they protect us if they aren't with us!!

 

[stanleys dad]

oof...stanley is just starting to outgrow that stage...he will be 2 in November...it takes a while...some less time than others, but I can't tell you how many times I asked myself..."Do I really need this dog in my life?"...yes I do...wouldn't give him up for the world...

 

[jillyz]

2 YEARS!!!:eek: You mean that we still have a year and eight months to go?? Thanks for all the advice and wish us luck on the bella... I just put pics up on the board so check them out and help us decide what she is mixed with.

Thanks!!
jillyz