Weim Specific training

Ellinorianne · Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 12:20 am Post subject: Weim Specific training

My DH is at his wits end again. He took Sophie for an hour walk today and he said she was just amped all day. She's finally sleeping now, but he again is talking getting rid of her saying that we can't pay attention to her ALL THE TIME.

So, I'm wondering if there are any readings to recommend for Weimaraners specifically and then dealing with the next few moths of puberty. We are doing a lot of nos rather than positives so it's making things harder for Sophie. She starting to bite again on me and trying to dominate, very annoying. Walking her is hard on me too because I spend most of my time correcting and my poor arm and back are sore after a block.

More venting. Wow, this is so hard. It's even harder when you have a four year old, work and are generally tired all the time already. I haven't been able to sleep through the night in a while and it's really killing me (I have issues with lack of sleep, I fell asleep at work today, it's annoying).

h20fwlkillr · Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 3:50 am Post subject:

For the walking problems, I suggest getting a collar like this. http://www.lcsupply.com/Product/Collars-Leads-Check-Cords/Leather-Pinch-Collar---23-Inch.html
Get the flat spikes. They always release and the dog quickly learns not to pull.
If you are having to pay attention to her all the time and having biting issues, domination issues ect, you have not established yourself as pack leader. It sounds to me like you have a dominate natured pup and you are a bit passive. Those roles must be reversed, or you will both be miserable. You have to assert yourself. The pup must know without a doubt who is in control. I'm not saying beat her down or break her spirit, just make sure she knows what is acceptable and is not. I suggest starting over w/ basic obedience, so you have a foundation to go back to when things go wrong. Sit is a great command to use when behavior is bad. It's kind of a domination thing. Pup bites...SIT. Pup pulls on lead....SIT. You have their total attention when in a sit position. It sounds like bad habits have already been formed and it should allow you to break them. remember, the sit command will only work like this after you have it drilled in. When you say sit, the butt should be hitting the floor immediately.

peppernaei · Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 7:53 am Post subject:

I feel bad that it has been so difficult for you.

IMO it would be really helpful if you could contact a local trainer that could come in and assess your situation and help you through her issues and I can't say enough for a basic obedience class. It is great to get weekly feedback, socialize your dog and encourage the family to work with her.

If you are unsure of how to find a trainer I would ask around at local pet stores, vets and rescue agencies who they suggest. There are bound to be a few who overlap.

Ellinorianne · Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 11:03 am Post subject: