My dachsund is overaggresive!!!!! PLEASE HELP THIS IS HIS LAST CHANCE!!!!!!!!

[pit chic]

Everyone else has given great advice here. A behaviorist is definitely a good idea. If he is not already neutered, then it would be best if he is. This might help reduce his territorial issues. He should not be used for breeding because he'll just create more biters. If he is just aggressive with strangers, keep him locked up when people come to the house and don't take him out in public. This may seem harsh, but if all of these alternatives fail to provide positive results then the best option for the dog and everyone is to have him put down. If you give him away you aren't getting rid of the problem, just giving the problem to someone else to deal with. And they might not deal with it in a humane or responsible way and the dog could end up on the streets or in a shelter to die alone. I'm sorry your family is having to deal with this problem and I hope that everything works out for you and the dog.

[petlover]

That is definately no reason to get rid of a dog. There are many things that can help the cause of this problem. I don't know of some things that you can try, but I know that taking him to a agression speacialist is definately a great idea. Please tell us how it works out.

[PUPGIRL]

Actally, Nicky is doing a lot better. We have started a new technique, flicking him with water every time he barks. I belive his barking always leads to biting so if he doesn't bark he doesn't bite. We also put him in my room everytime the doorbell rings or we have guests. I really hope it doesn't come to the point where we have to put him to sleep. Well I gtg.

[Shelteez2]

Originally posted by PUPGIRL
Actally, Nicky is doing a lot better. We have started a new technique, flicking him with water every time he barks. I belive his barking always leads to biting so if he doesn't bark he doesn't bite. We also put him in my room everytime the doorbell rings or we have guests. I really hope it doesn't come to the point where we have to put him to sleep. Well I gtg.

Be careful with that as barking could be his warning sign of him being about to bite. If you take away that you could end up with a dog that bites without warning, so to speak.
Of course it is hard to say if that's what it is or not, without being able to observe him.

I do agree with you putting him away in situations he can't handle though.

[DJFyrewolf36]

If he isnt problematic with your family, I DON'T see a big issue. As with lawsuits...yeah in some places you can get sued if some burglar decides to terrorise your home and your loyal dog protects you. I read somewhere that a dog got put to sleep as agressive for biting an intruder into someones home when the owner wasnt present. The dog was inside and secure, the burglar entered without permission and with force and the dog still was put down. Dumb law if you ask me...in Nevada, the dog is safe because the law is is that if someone enters into your home without permission, its legal to restrain him and/or stop him using forcel...acts of dog are included although THAT's being challenged now *groan* I know Im darn glad when my Twilight baby gaurds my house! People shouldnt be punished and dogs shouldnt be killed just for doing thier jobs...I can understand being uppity about acts of aggression without provocation though.
As for the other advice...it is good. Overagression is a trait to avoid as well...dog behaviorists can really help. I heard that dachsunds are a little high strung...Is this true to anyones knowledge?

[PUPGIRL]

Yes, Doxies are known for stubborness and aggrsivness but they have such character. I have two doxies actally, nicky and lexi. Lexi is a mini and a abosolute doll, no aggrsion problems or anything, shes a sweetheart. But then again, males are known for aggrsivness more often then females. Thx again guys!
http://www.petsmart.com/aspca/dogs/dachshund.shtml

[PUPGIRL]

Oh yea, and happy new year, hope you and your pets had a nice celebration.

!~2004~!

[PUPGIRL]

Okay, I have gotten some great advice but overall, what do you think is the best and will most likely be sucessful in stopping Nicky's problem???

[Karen]

Training, training, training and consitency in training. Socialization - taking him to different places, different situations, so he can become comfortable with them. Always keep him on a short leash in new situations. Caution visitors to the house about what to do and not to do. Training training and training. Every day.

[Byakko's Mom]

A good behaviorist/trainer is a must I think.Doing the wrong thing can do more harm than good and taking it to fast can be just as bad,one setback can ruin weeks of work..It is to hard to tell you exactly what you need to do never meeting and obseving the dog you need and expert to see your furbaby and ebaluate Nicky.You will be amazed what you can accomplish with individual weekly work with a good trainer,please,please seek one out and get Nicky the help needed. I almost forgot where are you located maybe someone knows a good behaviorist/trainer in your area.You can also ask you animal rescues in your area and your vets and people with well trained animals that you trust and respect who they trained with.
Laurie

[PUPGIRL]

I live in Nassua County, Long Island, NY

lv4dogs!!!!! She lives in Upstate, NY! maybe she can help, if anyone finds anyone who lives closer please write it!!

[PUPGIRL]

Thanks to all of you, Nicky is a sucsess! He hasn't barked ( much ) and defintly hasn't bitten anyone for about two consecutive weeks. I think my problem is solved

[pit chic]

That's great that he's making progress. It's going to take more than a couple of weeks for the problem to go away though, so don't get overyly excited yet. Keep working with him, he needs to know you mean business, don't let him get away with anything or he'll start testing his boundries and you'll have a worse problem than before. Let him know he's doing a good job. Hopefully he'll see that he's getting more praise with his good behavior instead of being punished all the time for being bad and he'll start changing his whole attitude to get praise all the time. Keep updating us on his progress.

[lv4dogs]

Originally posted by PUPGIRL
I live in Nassua County, Long Island, NY

lv4dogs!!!!! She lives in Upstate, NY! maybe she can help, if anyone finds anyone who lives closer please write it!!

I would love to help, unfortunatly I live near Rochester & my schedule is quite busy as far as traveling goes but you can pm me or e-mail me any questions I will do my best. I was going to reply but I saw that I agreed with everyone else, so I would of had the same reply LOL. Anyways I have helped train dogs for obedience, agility & behavior modification for 15+ years I was also a vet tech for about 6 yrs.

Thanks to all of you, Nicky is a sucsess! He hasn't barked ( much ) and defintly hasn't bitten anyone for about two consecutive weeks. I think my problem is solved

I am glad he is making progress but I doubt the problem is solved. You still need to practice this everyday & everytime he mis-behaves. Dogs just like people or anything else tend to forget things they dont practice regularly.
I would socialize him as much as possible bring EVERYWHERE possible with you just take caution, have complete control over him & alos warn others about his behavior.

AND DO NOT FORGET one of the biggest factors here, which is to PRAISE him everytime he behaves properly. Give him lots of yummy special treats & attention.