My dog has behavioural issues, what to do?

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I adopted my second Old English Sheepdog recently. He is three years old and neutered. I don't know too much of his past experiences except the fact that he was an owner turn-in because the owner became too ill to care for the dog.

The issue with the dog is that he attacks the windsheild whenever the wipers are turned on. Especially when the wipers are on intermittent wipe mode. He doesn't expect the next time they wipe.

His lunging at the windsheild is very unsafe, both to him and me, as I am driving. I don't want to get into an accident because he is ADHD!

I have thought about using a harness for him while he is in the seat, but he would probably get tangled up with my other dog, who usually just sits there, as he he is six years old and laid back and causes no problems whatsoever.

Note: he also tends to bark inside the house at night when there is NO apparent sound. My other dog also barks, but only when the sound is apparent, like a next door slamming door, or if someone is at my door.

Otherwise, the new dog is a good dog. Very attentive, a good walker (although he likes to sniff at EVERYTHING on walks.......my first dog does not do this too often) , and a velcro dog (follows me EVERYWHERE around the house!).....He's just VERY ADHD. He can't stay focused for too long.....

What kind of behaviour modification can I use on this young adult dog?

What do you think about employing a training shock collar with this behavioural issue?

.....Or is this method too harsh??

Charles · Accepted Answer

Why are so many dogs disobedient, destructive dummies who won’t behave? Some are not only disobedient, they become downright aggressive. It’s not the dog’s fault. Despite what other dog training books, videos, and experts may say, dog training is not about the dog. It’s about you. Here’s the secret most dog trainers won’t tell you (some of them don’t even know it themselves): successful dog training is not about getting your dog to understand you—it’s about you understanding your dog.

PR · Answer

If you read the books by Cesar Milan, you will find that there are limited uses for shock collars, and this is probably not one of them.

1. For the car: Either use a dog cage for confinement; or use a harness in the back seat where he can be confined; or leave him home.
2. Barking: He may need a little confinement while inside the house. Some dogs will bark at a lot of things, but with confinement, they don't feel quite as compelled to "guard" the house. You don't need to have him constantly confined, but at some times to help him realize you are the head of the home.

Also, when he barks, take him back from wherever he is and make him sit. Praise for sitting, but make him be quiet. 
3. Sniffing while on walks: During a walk, you should be in control. Use sit-exercises to gain control during a walk. This might mean walk for a few feet, then make him sit. Use upward pull on the collar and push his butt into place, if necessary. A dog should sit each and every time you stop. That is proper training and teaches him to watch/listen to you. Practice this, daily. Additionally, DO NOT let him sniff at things. Simply pull up on the collar and make him continue walking. I have done this with multiple dogs and it helps greatly: Walk, sit after just a few feet; repeat several times. Walk/sit. Walk/sit. With a dog such as this, you may need a rolled leather collar if he has all his fur. Some dogs have sensitive necks and will sit readily; others have a harder time feeling the tug on the collar. You will need to judge your dog, depending on how he responds. Read the Cesar Milan book: Be the Pack Leader.
4. Activity: He may need more activity than your other dog. Some dogs are quiet and complacent (or older), while others need things to occupy their minds, as well as simple physical activity. Find out what this breed requires and help him get activity that involves using these skills. (We used to play "hide-and-seek" in the house with our previous dog. In the television show, "It's Me or the Dog", they often explain this technique. Some dogs are good at agility. Others simply like to play chase with you, or fetch a ball. http://animal.discovery.com/tv-shows/its-me-or-dog, see if you can actually find full segments of this show. It is very telling in how to deal with many issues with dogs, and is kind and helpful, rather than harsh.

"Otherwise, the new dog is a good dog". That is a very good thing, and you can work around these other things. I just don't think a shock collar is the answer to this.

Anonymous · Answer

You have a prey driven dog you need to tire him out ( the dog whisperer) and then try to correct the issue like make him concentrate on you n give treat or what not.. I truly dislike shock collars it's the same as if your mom hit you with a hot pan every time you did something wrong as a kid it may work bit at a cost of the dogs confidence

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My dog has behavioural issues, what to do?

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