I just can't tell what she is trying to do..

[Karen]

Have you done any obedience classes with her? They would be good at teaching her better "social" skills. It's hard to know from your description whether it is aggression or play. Are her ears up, or back? Can you tell if she's happy, or fearful?

[mbf89]

I have been looking into the training. her ears are floppy, so I cant really tell their position. She doesnt seem angry really, she seems excited, kind of, but I cant tell if it is happy excited or mad excited. I guess I really just need to find a trained and see what they think.

[Karen]

Try talking to your vet's office - they often can give you the name of a good trainer, or even the folks at your local Humane Society might be a resource. What breed is she? Any idea?

[mbf89]

well I got her from an animal shelter that claimed she is a daschund mix... and while I can see it in her face a little... I believe she has some beagle in her too, I can't really be sure. she is about 15 lbs, somewhat of a thinker small dog. pointy nose and the fold over ears.

[Freedom]

Hi there, and welcome to Pet Talk!

I agree, an obedience class will wok wonders, for both of you! I was thinking "leash aggression," even before I read Giselle's reply. My Lacey does that.

One thing you will learn in obedience class, is NOT to pull the leash back to correct her. It is a common reaction by us humans; but they will teach you better ways to address this! As I am still working on it, I don't want to try explaining it, in case I am still doing it wrong myself.

One thing you can do is teach her the 'get behind' command. She needs to walk behind you. You are on POINT; you deal with any intruders, invaders of space, first. This takes a lot of pressure off the dog to be in control of space and of a situation. That one I have used with excellent results!

Let us know how things progress!