Judy, I understand where you are coming from since you rescue and see the effects of abused dogs. But this dog has not been abused. I think you are overreacting because of your personal journey with these dogs. My dogs and many others are totally secure, trusting, safe and loved. They are not damaged and broken. I can tap my dogs on the snout or wrap my hand around their muzzle to show my displeasure or use the Mom voice or roll them over to show Alpha. That is being Alpha and demanding respect. They are better and more trusting dogs for it. I understand you may have to treat abused animals differently, but we are not speaking of an abused dog here. All dogs are not the same and can not be treated the same.
________________________________ From: Judy Moon <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 7:48 AM Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Pam, Understanding the dog is very important. A flick on the nose can be a very severe and painful thing for a small dog. How about somebody slapping your face which would be the same if size is compared. Hitting in any form should be a last resort. I think the people on this list are right and totally correct. Judy Moon, a prayer warrior for Christ "May grace and spiritual peace be yours from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ." Jewell, Mary, Martha, Dakota, Becky, Nicky, Gabby, Joy (dogs) Dark Angel, Peter, Paul, Leah, Sarah, Tag, Ruth, Esther (cats) Libby, the parrot From:[email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Pam Dean Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 7:32 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot I dont think she is over-reacting..I think the group is frankly. She comes to us with a question about aggressive behavior and how to deal with it, and she gets jumped all over. A flick on the nose is not physical abuse for crying out loud. She is exactly right..this is the time to deal with these type of behaviors, when the puppy is young. This is exactly how little dogs become little tyrants because they don't have strong Alpha pack leaders and rules..just like children. From:diana roller <[email protected]> To: "[email protected]" <[email protected]> Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 7:08 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Just because she doesnt like people in her face does not mean that she needs to be disciplined. Dogs have an instinct as to what people they can trust. Also, has anyone taken the time with her to socialize her ~ gently and over a period of time, NOT JUST A SNAP ON THE NOSE?????? It sounds like you are being way too impatiant with her as well as expecting too much too soon. Dogs are like kids, each personality is different. Maybe she just needs a little extra loving and gentle care. I will take her off your hands if you like. I hate to see you both so upset. Sincerely, Diana From:sheila <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 5:02 AM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Yeah, I think you are over reacting. Itsy will do this because she does not like being startled or bothered when she is sleeping. I always make it a point to say her name name and here girl, come on girl time to go out. She is fine then. Don't get your feelings hurt, it is not personal, it is a reaction. I guess my point is that not all things fit all dogs. Sounds to me like she just does not want to be bothered while she is resting. Not all dogs will always be alike. Ask yourself how she is otherwise? Is this the only time she does that? Sheila -----Original Message----- From: Lynda Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2012 9:41 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Hi Everyone, I'm noticing some behavior in Charlotte (3 mos chi), that I have never experienced and do not like. My other 2 dogs are sweet, well behaved, loving, even tempered loves. I've worked with them & they are such wonderful dogs-well trained & very respectable. (altho they've trained me well too) LOL I've noticed when I lean over to kiss Charlotte when she's sleeping she snaps @ my face. The first time she did this I was shocked! Did it again and couldn't believe it-my feelings were hurt. Then I went to move her & she growled. I gave her a 'no' command each time but she doesn't even react to the command. I tapped her nose once & said 'no', but she just curled up & when back to sleep. I will not accept this behavior so I make a point of 'bothering' her sometimes when she's sleeping so we can work on this. Anybody have any other ideas? Lynda ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links ________________________________ No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.1901 / Virus Database: 2109/4760 - Release Date: 01/22/12
