I have to say that I am glad you are willing to work this out. Dogs are social animals. They love to be with their family (you). I would get her enrolled in a reputable obedience class. Practice & patience! This may take a while if she has been raised this way for her whole life. She also seems a little bored, both breeds are active & smart breeds. Does she know any basice commands? I would work w/ her everyday, keep the sessions short & end on a positive note. And Praise, praise, praise when ever she is calm & when she obeys you. Always make her to a job for everything. Like make her sit before she eats dinner, make her lay down before she goes outside, lay calmy before she gets petted etc... Maybe leave her leash on her when in the house (when you are home at first) so she can be restricted a little easier at first. Clean a room just for her, maybe use a baby gate. Pick up all the cords & other possible dangers. Crate her when you are not home until she learns better manners. Kong toys are great! I would not give her any rawhides until she learns what she is & is not allowed to chew on. They only encourage a dog to chew. Give her a special time everyday (even if it's only 10 minutes, it should be at least a 1/2 hour) where she can play a good game of fetch or go for a walk. Try to keep at around the same time everyday. This will burn off some energy & will encourage a stronger bond with you and it helps teach the dog & gives her something to look forward to! This is a start. Good luck!







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