Time to bring in a professional

Well, this morning, after witnessing Lefty barking furiously at the mailman dropping off of an early package, I decided it was time to call an animal behaviorist (sp?). We haven't had any friends over to the home since we got him--we've had relatives stay over, but I think Jeff and I are both afraid of how he'll behave around people who aren't bound by blood to be as forgiving of us.

I really hope this helps. I'd love to be able to have a friend--or heck, even a plumber--over, without worrying about how Lefty will behave...and whether I'll get slapped with a lawsuit should he harm anyone.

I know the feeling, that's how Buddy was when I first got him home. After a while he started to realize that not everyone was going to kill him!:rolleyes: He's still got a little way to go, but it's only been 1 1/2 years that I've had him!
Good Luck!! Please let us know what they tell you!!
I'm sure we all could learn something!

How old is Lefty?

youe doing the right thing,,, better to nip it in the bud early,,, (excuse the expression,, no pun intended!)

Let us know how it goes!

Unfortunately, it's not *that* early--he's 7. I've only had him since last October, though. Please keep your fingers crossed--I'll let you know how it goes!

LorraineO, I rather liked the pun. :)

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Originally posted by Smilla
Unfortunately, it's not *that* early--he's 7. I've only had him since last October, though. Please keep your fingers crossed--I'll let you know how it goes!

LorraineO, I rather liked the pun. :)

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:D :D Good,,, glad you did,,,, Dont worry about the dogs age,,, with good training and correction,, anyhting is possible!!!!