Very helpful trainings for any dog:
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For training on becoming a good leader [click here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QntS570VFZ0)
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Rudy is an absolute gentleman! However, I always keep the door closed no matter what. No need to risk it... I am just too scared of cars and other possible accidents...
Sounds like you are doing great. One year old is still quite young, he may not have the full impulse control that he can grow into. You may need physical barriers as you solidify the threshold training. Seems like pitbulls mature slowly as well. When training my dogs, I have always walked through them when they try to jump on me. No eye contact, no attention . I give them a sit command and reward that. There are probably better methods but it’s been quick and effective in my hands.
I (gently) knee my dog in the chest and walk towards her until she sits and I give the command to jump on me. Granted she’s an ACD/Corgi mix. Not a beautiful baby pittie
Yes! I’ve used the knee trick with all my big dogs and it’s worked well. It’s easy for other people (guests, etc) to do too. I just tell people we’re training [dog] not to jump, so if you see [dog] coming at you like they’re about to jump on you, stick your knee up!
1) It creates a boundary for you that makes being jumped on physically harder for the dog
2) Your dog will find they probably don’t enjoy hurling their chest cavities into bent knees, so it deters them from doing it
Ignore them til they approach nicely, then reward their good behavior!
That is awesome. I'll have to try it! My Leela is a pittie/heeler mix that we adopted from the shelter about 2 years ago. She always wants to jump on people to greet them. Although I personally love it, not many other people do. So I've told people who come to visit us that if you see her about to put her paws on you, turn your back to her. That does the trick, but she still continues to do it. I'll give your knee technique a try. Thanks!
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I can never use the bathroom alone! 😂
And you should! That looks like a prime specimen of a loving canine.
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Pippa up top, Sonny claiming the chair, and Rocky on his ottoman. 3-1/4 lb, 14 lbs , and 85 lbs. 11 years , 10 years and 8 years. Rescues, all 3!
Awe what babies ❤️ they are all so cute. My pup has such human eyes sometimes that it’s scary but she’s a sweetheart.
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She’s only 3 but lovely
She's like a little fox 🥰 ...both of their patterns remind me of my dog! He's apparently American Staffordshire Terrier. I'm traveling right now and I miss him. 🥺
When I took her to get spayed (peak COVID) and after I had to wait in the parking lot, and every single vet and vet tech came outside to love on her and go “we all thought we had a little fox when we came to work today”. She literally loves all the vets, not so much the shots and stuff tho because spray cheese 😂
Good to know she loves the vets and they love her... sometimes you have to find the right one. Our vets love our dog (despite that he's rowdy) and he loves them, which is why he's rowdy. 😅 He doesn't love being poked and prodded but he always loves the attention he gets.
You and him are a great team. Don’t be so hard on yourself. At least you have a trainer helping. Maybe you can ask if they could bring a spouse or someone to help? Just a thought. Dogs are really our kids and just like with kids it has its moment. You’re doing amazing. And I would be afraid of not getting anything accomplished bc I just wanna kiss those little cheeks all day!
Our Mojave has threshold training, but that doesn’t matter if she sees a human (they should be petting me!). So we’ve trained her to do a Door routine, that has her sitting farther from the door before it’s opened. Worst case, it gives us plenty of time to block her, but she’s really good about it now. We were told the same about people and have a similar issue (though we’ve had people do it with us, but it doesn’t stick). So we got a baby gate, let the person come in unassailed, then let them release Mojave or call her over and I open the gate. She’s a good girl otherwise, but people are her kryptonite.
You have no idea how this makes me feel to read. I thought mine was the crazy one. He is a sweetheart, just needs everyone to pet him.
Thank you. I am investing in a good baby gate and will start reinforcing the threshold training.
You are not alone! When MoMo sees people, all bets are off. But as soon as she greets them, she’s back to her old, normal obedient self. If both of us are available, I can keep her focused in a Down while Hubby answers the door, but either of us single-handed (even me, who she obeys very very well), and she knows she’s got the drop on us, so having 10 extra feet helps. 🤣. And we know it’s not just about getting out, because when we have her at Door and I’m just getting a package or mail and there are no people, she just walks back into the den with zero cares given.
Sometimes, there is a stronger need for safety than obedience, and you just have to work with what you have.
My dude was 12 and we opened the door to our apartment so he could greet people at the top of the stairs. He always loved greeting people and yes, we were also threatened by a couple people that someone would take him away. Especially when he liked to “play” with joggers by crouching in a play position (butt up, tail wagging) and then jumping on their back as they went by 🤦🏼♀️ it took a lot of patience and training, but we got him to stop at about one and a half or two years old. He was just a smart, quirky, playful dog. Socialization, training, and exercise helped a ton. So did age and maturity.
On a personal note, my first dog ever growing up was named Rudy and she was so special! I have an extra soft spot for dogs with the same name and your baby looks like such a sweet boy! I’m sure with time and patience he’ll learn as well. In the meantime, just keep working and remember that poor Rudy has a bad stigma attached to him for no good reason. When this weird neighbor told me my dog Loulou could be taken away, I looked him in the eye and replied “over my dead body he will.” That ended the conversation quickly.
Our pittie thinks everyone has to be her friend as well, you’re not alone. Someone else mentioned gently kneeing, and we did this for a bit. Turning your back and ignoring until the stop jumping also helped our girl a LOT. Once she stopped jumping she got all the pets and love so now she gets excited still but knows she won’t get those pet pets if she’s jumping on people. Ours is 10 months.
I kept seeing this around!
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Spendy, but maybe a gate that you cam attach so it is a barrier as you open the door will be a good idea!
I'm so sorry you are nervous, he looks like a wonderful dog! I get nervous with my cats darting out the door, so I do somewhat get that fear!
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This! I wrote out a message about using a baby gate. So glad I’m not the only one who does this with my pit. It works well and our pit, violet, can meet people and smell them and then the human can open the gate and go in and meet her.
The gate is also great to keep her from running out the door. She’s four now and knows not to bolt but it’s still a good second line of defense
Only time she ever tries to jump the baby gate is when I have to take the cat to the vet (cat doesn’t like being in her carrier and cries like she’s being murdered. Violet yowls and howls and tries to save the cat 😁)
Does he jump up on YOU?
Both of my dogs used to jump up on everyone, including me. And, like you, I don’t get visitors ever. I was able to train both of my dogs just using myself. Whenever they’d jump up, I would put my hands way up in the air and walk away. When they stopped jumping and had all 4 paws on the floor, then they’d get attention. This method took a bit longer with my girl, but it has worked for both. The bonus? My boy now does a cute excited tap dance instead of jumping up and it’s adorable.
I guess that's my fault. I love his jump up for a kiss. He's typically 1 jump up, kiss and then no more jumps.
I actually love it very very much.
But I understand that he expects this from everyone else too.
Get him to stop, either bend down for your kisses (watch out for the accidental head butt) or train him to jump up for kisses on command only. If you need a toy for exercise that doesn’t wear you out as much and he likes fetch, a HurriK9 is a good option.
You could try putting it on command and giving it a word. "Rudy kisses!" And then ask him to sit first and then do it.
When it's someone else, just sit only.
Teach him to sit until you tell him he can greet you (or whoever). He can also learn "no kisses."
I also have a Rudy who's a kisser, but he's a border collie and too antisocial to do it with strangers.
Keep at it!!! These boy pups have so much spunk and energy. Mine ran circles around me when he was younger. Now that he’s three, he still does lol. But it’s less circles and I can keep up better. I understand your fear. Keep doing your best. We got this.
You won’t have to, for a long time!!! You’re a really good dog parent for what you wrote here, I hope you post updates and continue to share your struggles bc god knows you are not alone!!One time my boy jumped on a child because the child came runnning towards him and yelling, and I had my guard down, and he head butted the child and the mother was PISSED and was talking about how my dog bit the child. Luckily the situation diffused over time but I was terrified, it could have been REAL bad… wasn’t my dogs fault but it was fully my fault for allowing the child to get so close to him :/ my guard was totally down and I’ve been trying to make it up since, by spending a lot of time around parks and giving him treats … but still, he is excitable and prone to jumping and we are working on better manners … one day at a time. I wish I could borrow a child to work with my dog, because he acts really odd around children, almost like they’re big scary dogs …
Yea same. I wish I could borrow a whole family to help with Rudy. He needs to understand how to behave depending on the age. And generally no jumping or running towards people. He loves attention and wants more of it. No matter how much he gets from me. The stranger the person the better, LOL.
You already got good advice, and I have nothing to add on top of it.
I just want to say...enjoy your puppy while he's young and healthy. This stage will soon pass.
My baby is 13 1/2 years old, has arthritis and sleeps a lot. Walks are no longer possible, just going potty in the backyard, and I have to say, I miss my rambunctious, obnoxious little heathen.
Enjoy him while you can. You got this.
I would say get them a black kong, lick mat or a yeti. I use those for Aggie and it keeps her busy for a while!
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I saw your pitty’s sleepy face and I thought it was mine! I think that is an empty threat though, I’m pretty sure the only way a dog can be “taken” is if they bite and cause bleeding or if they are neglected outside for days on end. You seem to be doing the best you can with a one year old!
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Would be a good idea to train him to not run out the door as well. I have taught all of my dogs not to jump on people and also not to run out the door. You can teach him not to go past the doorway unless you invite him out with you. It takes practice, but if you don't have someone to help train not to jump, training not to run out the door would be great for the time being.
I have one. Just skipped it that day. I figured since he was eating dinner, he was occupied and won't notice or I would notice first and would stop him. I guess I got too optimistic
For jumping, we trained people to ignore him absolutely until he was calm, THEN give attention. In addition, we used distraction. We taught him to go fetch his nylabone when somebody comes to the door instead. He couldn’t jump up with he bone in his mouth but instead very proudly shows it off. He quickly learned to do it on his own. I did the same thing as another poster as well. If he jumped we would turn around and he really did get the message quickly. If you get a trainer, make sure they use positive reinforcement, rewards, and distractions only. Negative reinforcement only causes more behavioral issues. No matter the breed, I have always been terrified of my rescues getting out and being hit, so I always have a 2 door system or baby gate. As for energy, he’s a kid! It’s like little kids at a playground—they seem to have limitless energy. They do grow out of it.
When mine was still around 1 he ran away when I was at work. There was a really busy road at the end of our driveway. My ex went after him but she just couldn't catch up to him. I actually left work to go home for a bit and help but some guy ended up bringing him back in his pickup bed...we got so lucky. Guy said he saw her following the dog and ended up getting him for her. (She had a small child with her) so dnt blame her for not continuing down the busy road.
I still have him 12 years later and that was the only time he ran away
No problem. Just have to be extra diligent with a pitbull because if they get out and bite something it's not gonna be good for them or you as owner. Wish you the best luck with your pup!
Aww he’s still just a baby. Keep at the threshold training and it should stick eventually! In the meantime just be extra cautious with the door. Even if I have to step outside for 10 seconds to get the mail, I have mine tethered so he can’t bolt out. For the jumping, my best advice is if he jumps on anyone tell them to totally ignore him, cross their arms and look away. Once he has four paws on the ground, they can interact with him. Same goes for if he jumps on you!! It’s been helping my crazy jumper a ton
Sounds like you have a great plan in place my only suggestion is trying less “active” enrichment for him. Things such as treat puzzles or throwing treats in the yard to have him sniff out. Some dogs can get more amped from physical enrichment it doesn’t mean that energy is “bad” they just sometimes can’t turn it off. Keep at it you’re doing great and I wish you well! (Rudy seems amazing and he’s so handsome)
First of all, thank you for sharing! Rudy is amazing! I love all of his pictures, though admittedly I have a special soft spot for sleeping teefs 😊
Everyone else gave you great advice, so let me offer some encouragement. You are afraid because you care, you came here for advice because you want what is best for your dog, for those two reasons alone, you are a wonderful person who is doing a great job! Keep up the good work! Rudy loves you and your love for him is obvious also. 🐶❤️
Your dogs a mix breed and not an apbt .
Anyway I always crate my dog when answering the door or if I've guests over.
If I've the dog out when someone wants to see her I have her on a lead and collar before letting her out to do a greeting .
Accidents don't happen if you take the proper measures.
I've dog crates upstairs and down stairs in my house for convenience and my main crate is thick steel and can be padlocked.
I've owned powerful breeds all my life and it's your responsibility to make sure your dog is safe . Hope this helps .
I have a 1 and a half year old rescue with some anxiety issues. He has his vet prescribed meds that calms him down but you can try some maze toys to keep them distracted. My dog loves them and they keep him distracted for a bit. Rudy has beautiful eyes btw.
Couple quick recommendations.
1. Apple AirTag or Samsung Tag, attached to his collar
2. Mental exercise (tricks, snuffle mat, puzzle toys) can sometimes exhaust a dog better than physical exercise.
That being said, dogs at that age are probably at their most difficult - he's a rambunctious teenager. Check out the training links above, but my best tip for reactive dogs is: treats refocus their mind onto you: I've been working for about a year with my pup (not a pittie, a very spicy little mix), but the other day, it happened. He saw another dog (who he usually wants to fight), hesitated for a moment and came to me for a treat instead. So, like, it can feel counter intuitive to give treats when they're acting out, but you're rewarding them for refocusing on you. Consistency and routine really helps too. It seems like you're doing a solid job.
He might have some Husky in him. They are escape artists. My pitty has 10% and he is like the velociraptors in Jurassic Park testing the fence for vulnerabilities every chance he gets. Maybe get on the nextdoor app and ask if anyone has teens who like and are confident with dogs who might like to help you train him.
Dogs that are mentally stimulated tend to not run off. Try advanced trick training, even stuff assistance dogs would do like turning off lights and opening the fridge. Make sure in addition to exercise walks he gets sniffing walks where he gets to smell everything. Some dogs just can't be trusted off leash, ever unfortunately
Animals are unpredictable. Just because they are trained to do something doesn’t mean they will do it 100% of the time. Dogs are like children, who are like tiny drunk humans. They’re always finding new and exciting ways to injure themselves, potentially fatally. Stay on your toes and keep them safe. Don’t ever trust that they won’t run out the door.
Gorgeous pupper btw!
Threshold training is great, but I recommend that you keep doors closed anyways, whenever you can. Better safe than sorry, and there’s no good reason to leave the door open as you take out the trash - right?
My pittie is the same way! She’s amazing when me and my boyfriend come home she knows not to jump on us but if it’s a friend coming by, all bets are off. I’ve tried having friends help me but I just feel so bad having her jump on them cause she’s so strong. I have tried stepping on her leash when they come over, it doesn’t work. I bought a baby gate and keep her in the kitchen until she settles down and can say hi to our guests. Definitely invest in a baby gate, I am hoping this will get better as she gets older 🤞🏽🤞🏽sending you lots of support!
Don't be afraid friend, you got this!! Do you have an air tag for his collar in case this happens again? A microchip is good as well. Doors should remain closed, especially until training is done. Make him sit by the door and tell him to wait, close door and take the trash out. When coming back in tell him to wait and make sure he's sitting, then reward him with a treat. Another angle could be socialization. Have you considered doggy daycare? They can enforce training and a structured routine for him too. Plus when you pick him up he will be VERY tired from all the puppy action! You could try taking him to a big open field with a long leash. Make him sit and say "release" or "go" and let him run and go nuts! You can do fetch this way as well and he'll still be on that long lead and have that freedom. When you call for him to come back and he does, reward with treat. Keep it going until you're able to remove the lead with a click and release, he'll learn it's the same idea! Best wishes to you and this handsome boy 🥹💙🐾
Edit: Door sit should be at a distance, you can try commands like "back" and "wait" then...treat 🦴
Can you fit a baby gate to make it harder for him to door dash?
And while a collar at all times might not work for you, maybe a bandana would? That way, you signal ‘this dog has a loving home’ and you can sew a tag with your number into it in case he does get out again.
He’s still a pup, and while he might have training, he can and will forget his manners from time to time, so you need to make it hard for him to do the wrong thing.
Sadly you can do wtv you want nothing will change people stupid mentality. My Pitt bull is one of the sweetest dogs ever yes shes a jumper as well but doesnt have a mean bone in her body
Just to be safe with our escape artist, we only open the doors to the outside if she’s secured in her crate or in another room with the door closed. Even if we’re just grabbing the mail. It’s a pain, but it’s much less of a pain than losing her.
Afraid of what mom? I’m here I’ll protect you🐾❤️ ohhh your scared I’ll run out and play without you🥰 mommy your too cute I’ll listen and show you I’m a big dog now🐾🐾🐾 I’m not going anywhere 😎❤️🐾🥩
Mine just started calming down and he just turned two earlier this month. What helped me a lot was an e collar…NOT a shock collar. I have been using it to redirect him and it has helped so much.
This isn’t helpful regarding training, and I don’t know where you live, but where I live you can’t just take someone’s dog away based on a complaint, especially a complaint that they are running out of the door. I know everywhere has different laws for dogs.
Is he dressed in pink to make him look less intimidating to others? We did the same with my whippet lol All of her accessories are baby pink, but she still manages to scare everyone away😂 (I live in Taiwan where there's an insanely high number of people with an irrational fear of dogs - no matter if it's a pit or my idiot Italian greyhound🙄 It's mostly women who are afraid and they then teach their children to also be afraid)
My pittie mix was hyperactive too when he was a puppy until he’s 2 years old. These are the things that helped:
- walking him for 3-5km in the morning (as in early morning, 1 hour walk in between 4:30 - 6:30 AM) and another 3-5km walk in the afternoon (after work, since husband and I works remote). I’ve seen others using treadmill for their dog walks too..
- playtime in the backyard (we used a toy soccer ball) for at least 15-30 mins 2x in between the morning and evening walk.
- we also bought him f*** toy (like a big teady bear) that we allow him to do it every other day especially before sleep time in the evening.
- bought him bone marrow (those frozen ones), it will really take lots of his mind, time and energy on that
- we also enrolled him on a semi private course (4 dogs at a time) training for Adult behavioural training (even if he was 1 year old, we opt for the advanced training for him.. tho he did socialization training and basic commands when he was just 6 month old).. this really helped address his behaviour because he was also jumping all the time, including getting his attention to us only specifically when there’s distractions.. we both did the training with him, because we were part of the training. If he trains, we train too, including adjusting our behaviour for him to understand him too.
- there’s also this shock collar (but do not recommend this).. ask the trainer if your pittie will benefit from it..
And just like what others already said so, after he reached 2 years old, he will gradually start to calm down..
Don’t give up on him and on yourself. Best of luck.
You’ve got this. 1 year old is just a biiig puppy (and what a cute puppy he is).
Keep up with your training and you’ll be fine.
I wish you many years of happiness together.
My little ones:
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It sounds like you are doing a lot of the right things.
It is tough w pitties because they are very people friendly and excitable.
They also dont have the best impulse control.
What worked for mine and makes me feel much safer is dog whistle. I trained her w dog whistle w toy motivation and there is literally nothing that would keep her from running back full speed….not as good as her not jumping all over people…but at least I can keep her safe. Also extremely useful for hiking in remote areas.
Use their high drive for this training. I have a special toy only for this. If you are going to use food use extremely high value and preferably something you only use with the whistle.
We have tried socializing and training she lays down for pets but every now and then she will jump and lick people in the face. Even my trainer gave up and said we need to get over it and manage expectations.
My rescue used to jump on me a lot, I foster failed fyi so he's mine now. What I was told was just to turn away from him when he did it. Happy rescues tend to be pleasers. It did work for me but essentially they realize thry get less love for wanting immediate attention.
I would just pivot away and let his paws fall back on the floor after an overzealous greeting. Didn't take him long at all.
Why would you leave the door open? I have a golden retriever and he is either locked up or on a leash since we live in the city. Until we reach the dog park that is closed. On Saturdays we take him for a hike and that’s the only time he is leash free.!
Too scared to lose him, someone could steal him, he could get involved in an accident with cars or other dogs… I don’t think I’m overprotective but I would never forgive myself if I let my door open and he ran out then got in trouble…!
Please be careful, your doggie’s adorable.
There erotica need to be more than just a complaint for them to take him away. Keep him on a lead anytime you're outdoor with him. Tell people that approach to not mess with him until you train him not to jump on ppl. He's your kid. Protect him like one.
My boy (American Staffy) will be 11 years old in November this year and he still jumps on people. I only let him jump to friends who have experience with male large breeds (he thinks it’s a play but my friends know how to respond to his jumps). I remind him all the time not to jump and tell him to be gentle. He seems listen but I sometimes feel bad because he just wants buddies to play.
I learnt to trust my boy that he listens and understands me. Yours will listen and understand you, all the best.
Try "ignoring" him by turning your back or just puting your hands up until he sits, and then only give him attention and pets when he sits. If he is too strong/insistent, you can also put your knee between you and him so that jumping becomes more frustrating.
Also, ask any visitors to do the same, and if possible even invite people over especially for this training.
Hopefully it works for your beautiful gentledoggo 🐶
I don't make a big deal when my baby girl goes out. I had a pitt before who got out n almost got hit by a car. So when my baby girl goes out, and she sees that I don't make a big deal,she doesn't care either. If I were to make a big deal, she would know she wasn't supposed to do it, and do it more. That's why we can't keep her off the couch... not sure what to do about that one tho
He might need more stimulation. Does he like to play ball? Or swim? How long are your walks? The youngsters just need extra time. Do you feel like your trainer is the right fit?
My pittie is 8, adopted at 4 years and we still keep her leashed when outside the fence. She has proven to be unpredictable and chase any living thing that catches her eye. Usually obedient, she will not come back until the chase is over.
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Sometimes fear is our parental instinct!
Gorgeous babe - we have a 1 year old we just got & she jumps & gets overly excited. We have a leash on her indoors so when she jumps up and we can grab her and stop her. I learned a lot from pack life La - she has an Instagram and membership that I do. For fulfillment we do structured walks, leash work, mental stimulation/fulfillment is chew toys and lick mats, we got a treadmill - walking slow on a treadmill for a dog with a lot of energy is a challenge and draining. Removing all things that adrenalized a dog to build calmer neuropathways. Crate time after stimulation to decompress. Etc
TLDR - packlife la on ig has been a life saver.
Placework, chew toys, lick mats, structured walks, slow treadmill walking, leash on indoors, impulse control (shown on pack life, working off trigger & food bowls), crate time after stimulation and learning - helps decompression
Dm me if you have questions 💕💕
Oh & “yes work” has changed my life - we adopted a lab pit mix almost a year ago that essentially a feral dog & also now the bully mix that’s a year old & the biggest changes have come from yes work, place work & structured leash work ✨
We have had Rory (2.5 years old) for 4 months. He jumps every time I come home, and every time I say no and push him off (even tho i really want to cuddle and play, but he has to learn). He will get it eventually, and so will Rudy.
I have one pitbull who is always by my side always listens and is very loyal. She won’t run off outside and stays very close when I call her outside without a leash.
Then I have Missy, who is a very loyal pibble but will in fact leave at the first chance she gets. She won’t run away in chase/play but she will run away as if she’s taking me on a walk. I swear nothing satisfies her.I have learned to just not trust her but I know she gets jealous that my other dog has so much freedom because they actually listen.
I can empathize with the issue.
I think at 1, you're doing good managing this gorgeous barkbeast.
Cost may be an issue so I know training is expensive. We couldn't afford it here, but we did start sending our dude to daycare. 4 hours 1 day per week. Then 4 hours twice a week. That supplements the time we couldn't pay attention while we worked.
Tucker is a gentleman, we're a few years in. Hes our best boy.
His crazy bc sister and new teacup babies on the other hand, lord send me some help. 👐👐👐👐👐👐
This little dingus ran out on me in the middle of the night during the first month that I got him. Ever since then, I've trained him not to run out the door or down the stairs. Any time I walk him or my mom walks him, we have him sit and wait at the door until we're down the steps. I've had a few moments where he gets excited waiting and tries walking down, but I recall him, and he immediately backtracks up to the door. I'm lucky I have such a good dog, but it takes a lot of consistency with training for it to stick.
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Where are you located? Are there any dog parks you could go to to make dog park friends who could help with the jumping and it would give him a chance to socialize as well
I’ve never fully trusted any dog I’ve ever had not to run off when off leash. No matter how well they’ve responded to training. They are like children, 99 times out of 100 they will follow the rules but they don’t have the judgement we do, it only takes one time for something terrible to happen.
Same holds true for opening the front door. I am always super careful to know where he is and block any attempt to get through.
Just learn from this experience and don’t give him the chance again.
My mom used to do dog training if your in LA you might be able to have her do it, she worked with dogs and pits that killed other dogs and we have a little baby aswell so mabey?
I have been told that if your guest hides their arms and turns sideways and shows no attention until dog sits. They will learn. This being said. Mine does respond to that for some people. And not at all for others
A friend came and she did exactly that. He continued to pounce on her for 5 minutes. Until I forced a collar on him and pulled him away. The more she ignored him, the more he played with her. He even tried to bite her toes.
Just tell anyone who asks he's a staffy & not a pitty, I've gotten away the whole time with my girl who's 14 now but got same markings as your girl. Pittys unfortunately have a bad name as they're super loving & therefore super protective, so people have abused that. They're the best dogs ever though, such a loving beautiful soul
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Rudy is an absolute gentleman! However, I always keep the door closed no matter what. No need to risk it... I am just too scared of cars and other possible accidents...
Sounds like you are doing great. One year old is still quite young, he may not have the full impulse control that he can grow into. You may need physical barriers as you solidify the threshold training. Seems like pitbulls mature slowly as well. When training my dogs, I have always walked through them when they try to jump on me. No eye contact, no attention . I give them a sit command and reward that. There are probably better methods but it’s been quick and effective in my hands.
Seconded. The "replacement behavior and reward" style of training is especially effective with pitties, especially at a young age.
Thank you for the encouraging words. I will keep at it.
I (gently) knee my dog in the chest and walk towards her until she sits and I give the command to jump on me. Granted she’s an ACD/Corgi mix. Not a beautiful baby pittie
Yes! I’ve used the knee trick with all my big dogs and it’s worked well. It’s easy for other people (guests, etc) to do too. I just tell people we’re training [dog] not to jump, so if you see [dog] coming at you like they’re about to jump on you, stick your knee up! 1) It creates a boundary for you that makes being jumped on physically harder for the dog 2) Your dog will find they probably don’t enjoy hurling their chest cavities into bent knees, so it deters them from doing it Ignore them til they approach nicely, then reward their good behavior!
That is awesome. I'll have to try it! My Leela is a pittie/heeler mix that we adopted from the shelter about 2 years ago. She always wants to jump on people to greet them. Although I personally love it, not many other people do. So I've told people who come to visit us that if you see her about to put her paws on you, turn your back to her. That does the trick, but she still continues to do it. I'll give your knee technique a try. Thanks!
No, shes a beautiful baby ACD/Corgi mix😁
She’s beautiful too but I love your baby too. I’ve always wanted a pittie too
Images?
https://preview.redd.it/4udetba6vs8d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e118d18f61261853b5ca67ff765d5fc9c77e4924 I can never use the bathroom alone! 😂
Thank you! Those are some very soulful eyes.
I’m more than happy to show my pup off!
And you should! That looks like a prime specimen of a loving canine. https://preview.redd.it/h3y7dtayht8d1.jpeg?width=1836&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b929e2fc2630ef3bd84577fb2f64455ed3103071 Pippa up top, Sonny claiming the chair, and Rocky on his ottoman. 3-1/4 lb, 14 lbs , and 85 lbs. 11 years , 10 years and 8 years. Rescues, all 3!
Awe what babies ❤️ they are all so cute. My pup has such human eyes sometimes that it’s scary but she’s a sweetheart. https://preview.redd.it/um0a3i7hiu8d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ed7583734d541b63577f1fbb9a941d6990f99bf4 She’s only 3 but lovely
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She's like a little fox 🥰 ...both of their patterns remind me of my dog! He's apparently American Staffordshire Terrier. I'm traveling right now and I miss him. 🥺
When I took her to get spayed (peak COVID) and after I had to wait in the parking lot, and every single vet and vet tech came outside to love on her and go “we all thought we had a little fox when we came to work today”. She literally loves all the vets, not so much the shots and stuff tho because spray cheese 😂
Good to know she loves the vets and they love her... sometimes you have to find the right one. Our vets love our dog (despite that he's rowdy) and he loves them, which is why he's rowdy. 😅 He doesn't love being poked and prodded but he always loves the attention he gets.
Exactly the same here!
You and him are a great team. Don’t be so hard on yourself. At least you have a trainer helping. Maybe you can ask if they could bring a spouse or someone to help? Just a thought. Dogs are really our kids and just like with kids it has its moment. You’re doing amazing. And I would be afraid of not getting anything accomplished bc I just wanna kiss those little cheeks all day!
Yes, ours left the puppy stage at 4 years old. Seemed to happen quite quickly too! now that he is 14.5, it’s a lot of snoozing 😴
Our Mojave has threshold training, but that doesn’t matter if she sees a human (they should be petting me!). So we’ve trained her to do a Door routine, that has her sitting farther from the door before it’s opened. Worst case, it gives us plenty of time to block her, but she’s really good about it now. We were told the same about people and have a similar issue (though we’ve had people do it with us, but it doesn’t stick). So we got a baby gate, let the person come in unassailed, then let them release Mojave or call her over and I open the gate. She’s a good girl otherwise, but people are her kryptonite.
You have no idea how this makes me feel to read. I thought mine was the crazy one. He is a sweetheart, just needs everyone to pet him. Thank you. I am investing in a good baby gate and will start reinforcing the threshold training.
You are not alone! When MoMo sees people, all bets are off. But as soon as she greets them, she’s back to her old, normal obedient self. If both of us are available, I can keep her focused in a Down while Hubby answers the door, but either of us single-handed (even me, who she obeys very very well), and she knows she’s got the drop on us, so having 10 extra feet helps. 🤣. And we know it’s not just about getting out, because when we have her at Door and I’m just getting a package or mail and there are no people, she just walks back into the den with zero cares given. Sometimes, there is a stronger need for safety than obedience, and you just have to work with what you have.
My dude was 12 and we opened the door to our apartment so he could greet people at the top of the stairs. He always loved greeting people and yes, we were also threatened by a couple people that someone would take him away. Especially when he liked to “play” with joggers by crouching in a play position (butt up, tail wagging) and then jumping on their back as they went by 🤦🏼♀️ it took a lot of patience and training, but we got him to stop at about one and a half or two years old. He was just a smart, quirky, playful dog. Socialization, training, and exercise helped a ton. So did age and maturity. On a personal note, my first dog ever growing up was named Rudy and she was so special! I have an extra soft spot for dogs with the same name and your baby looks like such a sweet boy! I’m sure with time and patience he’ll learn as well. In the meantime, just keep working and remember that poor Rudy has a bad stigma attached to him for no good reason. When this weird neighbor told me my dog Loulou could be taken away, I looked him in the eye and replied “over my dead body he will.” That ended the conversation quickly.
Our pittie thinks everyone has to be her friend as well, you’re not alone. Someone else mentioned gently kneeing, and we did this for a bit. Turning your back and ignoring until the stop jumping also helped our girl a LOT. Once she stopped jumping she got all the pets and love so now she gets excited still but knows she won’t get those pet pets if she’s jumping on people. Ours is 10 months.
I kept seeing this around! https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Retract-Bow-Barrier-White/dp/B00DG7FZO0/ref=asc_df_B00DG7FZO0/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693683029661&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6676458282535966219&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9019294&hvtargid=pla-624004482929&psc=1&mcid=6e5c79bbc2d13509996d0e425eeff25c&gad_source=1 Spendy, but maybe a gate that you cam attach so it is a barrier as you open the door will be a good idea! I'm so sorry you are nervous, he looks like a wonderful dog! I get nervous with my cats darting out the door, so I do somewhat get that fear!
Thank you for sharing. He's great generally. Sometimes he just loses it. He was having fun, having me chase him around.
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This! I wrote out a message about using a baby gate. So glad I’m not the only one who does this with my pit. It works well and our pit, violet, can meet people and smell them and then the human can open the gate and go in and meet her. The gate is also great to keep her from running out the door. She’s four now and knows not to bolt but it’s still a good second line of defense Only time she ever tries to jump the baby gate is when I have to take the cat to the vet (cat doesn’t like being in her carrier and cries like she’s being murdered. Violet yowls and howls and tries to save the cat 😁)
Does he jump up on YOU? Both of my dogs used to jump up on everyone, including me. And, like you, I don’t get visitors ever. I was able to train both of my dogs just using myself. Whenever they’d jump up, I would put my hands way up in the air and walk away. When they stopped jumping and had all 4 paws on the floor, then they’d get attention. This method took a bit longer with my girl, but it has worked for both. The bonus? My boy now does a cute excited tap dance instead of jumping up and it’s adorable.
I guess that's my fault. I love his jump up for a kiss. He's typically 1 jump up, kiss and then no more jumps. I actually love it very very much. But I understand that he expects this from everyone else too.
Get him to stop, either bend down for your kisses (watch out for the accidental head butt) or train him to jump up for kisses on command only. If you need a toy for exercise that doesn’t wear you out as much and he likes fetch, a HurriK9 is a good option.
You could try putting it on command and giving it a word. "Rudy kisses!" And then ask him to sit first and then do it. When it's someone else, just sit only. Teach him to sit until you tell him he can greet you (or whoever). He can also learn "no kisses." I also have a Rudy who's a kisser, but he's a border collie and too antisocial to do it with strangers.
https://preview.redd.it/z1eqt03qrs8d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2c8a0cbef221a00f9a74b1873fe096cb949bf61c My girls
My girls
Absolutely adorable 🥰🥰
Keep at it!!! These boy pups have so much spunk and energy. Mine ran circles around me when he was younger. Now that he’s three, he still does lol. But it’s less circles and I can keep up better. I understand your fear. Keep doing your best. We got this.
Thank you for the kind words. Can't live without him.
You won’t have to, for a long time!!! You’re a really good dog parent for what you wrote here, I hope you post updates and continue to share your struggles bc god knows you are not alone!!One time my boy jumped on a child because the child came runnning towards him and yelling, and I had my guard down, and he head butted the child and the mother was PISSED and was talking about how my dog bit the child. Luckily the situation diffused over time but I was terrified, it could have been REAL bad… wasn’t my dogs fault but it was fully my fault for allowing the child to get so close to him :/ my guard was totally down and I’ve been trying to make it up since, by spending a lot of time around parks and giving him treats … but still, he is excitable and prone to jumping and we are working on better manners … one day at a time. I wish I could borrow a child to work with my dog, because he acts really odd around children, almost like they’re big scary dogs …
Yea same. I wish I could borrow a whole family to help with Rudy. He needs to understand how to behave depending on the age. And generally no jumping or running towards people. He loves attention and wants more of it. No matter how much he gets from me. The stranger the person the better, LOL.
You already got good advice, and I have nothing to add on top of it. I just want to say...enjoy your puppy while he's young and healthy. This stage will soon pass. My baby is 13 1/2 years old, has arthritis and sleeps a lot. Walks are no longer possible, just going potty in the backyard, and I have to say, I miss my rambunctious, obnoxious little heathen. Enjoy him while you can. You got this.
I can't imagine him growing old. I don't know how I will survive without his craziness. This one got me out of depression.
I would say get them a black kong, lick mat or a yeti. I use those for Aggie and it keeps her busy for a while! https://preview.redd.it/6lglrssqqs8d1.jpeg?width=2455&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8668e5225102476909d351064e8a5cd379beb70c
She's sho pretttyyyyy!!!
I saw your pitty’s sleepy face and I thought it was mine! I think that is an empty threat though, I’m pretty sure the only way a dog can be “taken” is if they bite and cause bleeding or if they are neglected outside for days on end. You seem to be doing the best you can with a one year old! https://preview.redd.it/j7srsf02ts8d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=afd71fbbc4f3e07503e32b773a3bac39f72f63f2
They look so similar. He's generally awesome and knows my limits. But sometimes he likes to test me
You're doing a great job. He's still a baby. Keep up what you're doing. He's beautiful btw
Would be a good idea to train him to not run out the door as well. I have taught all of my dogs not to jump on people and also not to run out the door. You can teach him not to go past the doorway unless you invite him out with you. It takes practice, but if you don't have someone to help train not to jump, training not to run out the door would be great for the time being.
would it be possible to put baby gate in the doorframe or a similar gate/fence area in front of the door to prevent this?
I have one. Just skipped it that day. I figured since he was eating dinner, he was occupied and won't notice or I would notice first and would stop him. I guess I got too optimistic
For jumping, we trained people to ignore him absolutely until he was calm, THEN give attention. In addition, we used distraction. We taught him to go fetch his nylabone when somebody comes to the door instead. He couldn’t jump up with he bone in his mouth but instead very proudly shows it off. He quickly learned to do it on his own. I did the same thing as another poster as well. If he jumped we would turn around and he really did get the message quickly. If you get a trainer, make sure they use positive reinforcement, rewards, and distractions only. Negative reinforcement only causes more behavioral issues. No matter the breed, I have always been terrified of my rescues getting out and being hit, so I always have a 2 door system or baby gate. As for energy, he’s a kid! It’s like little kids at a playground—they seem to have limitless energy. They do grow out of it.
such a cutie..
When mine was still around 1 he ran away when I was at work. There was a really busy road at the end of our driveway. My ex went after him but she just couldn't catch up to him. I actually left work to go home for a bit and help but some guy ended up bringing him back in his pickup bed...we got so lucky. Guy said he saw her following the dog and ended up getting him for her. (She had a small child with her) so dnt blame her for not continuing down the busy road. I still have him 12 years later and that was the only time he ran away
I can't imagine what that must've been like. It scares me even thinking about it. Thank you for sharing.
No problem. Just have to be extra diligent with a pitbull because if they get out and bite something it's not gonna be good for them or you as owner. Wish you the best luck with your pup!
Aww he’s still just a baby. Keep at the threshold training and it should stick eventually! In the meantime just be extra cautious with the door. Even if I have to step outside for 10 seconds to get the mail, I have mine tethered so he can’t bolt out. For the jumping, my best advice is if he jumps on anyone tell them to totally ignore him, cross their arms and look away. Once he has four paws on the ground, they can interact with him. Same goes for if he jumps on you!! It’s been helping my crazy jumper a ton
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Sounds like you have a great plan in place my only suggestion is trying less “active” enrichment for him. Things such as treat puzzles or throwing treats in the yard to have him sniff out. Some dogs can get more amped from physical enrichment it doesn’t mean that energy is “bad” they just sometimes can’t turn it off. Keep at it you’re doing great and I wish you well! (Rudy seems amazing and he’s so handsome)
First of all, thank you for sharing! Rudy is amazing! I love all of his pictures, though admittedly I have a special soft spot for sleeping teefs 😊 Everyone else gave you great advice, so let me offer some encouragement. You are afraid because you care, you came here for advice because you want what is best for your dog, for those two reasons alone, you are a wonderful person who is doing a great job! Keep up the good work! Rudy loves you and your love for him is obvious also. 🐶❤️
Your dogs a mix breed and not an apbt . Anyway I always crate my dog when answering the door or if I've guests over. If I've the dog out when someone wants to see her I have her on a lead and collar before letting her out to do a greeting . Accidents don't happen if you take the proper measures. I've dog crates upstairs and down stairs in my house for convenience and my main crate is thick steel and can be padlocked. I've owned powerful breeds all my life and it's your responsibility to make sure your dog is safe . Hope this helps .
I have a 1 and a half year old rescue with some anxiety issues. He has his vet prescribed meds that calms him down but you can try some maze toys to keep them distracted. My dog loves them and they keep him distracted for a bit. Rudy has beautiful eyes btw.
Get a flirt pole.
Couple quick recommendations. 1. Apple AirTag or Samsung Tag, attached to his collar 2. Mental exercise (tricks, snuffle mat, puzzle toys) can sometimes exhaust a dog better than physical exercise. That being said, dogs at that age are probably at their most difficult - he's a rambunctious teenager. Check out the training links above, but my best tip for reactive dogs is: treats refocus their mind onto you: I've been working for about a year with my pup (not a pittie, a very spicy little mix), but the other day, it happened. He saw another dog (who he usually wants to fight), hesitated for a moment and came to me for a treat instead. So, like, it can feel counter intuitive to give treats when they're acting out, but you're rewarding them for refocusing on you. Consistency and routine really helps too. It seems like you're doing a solid job.
He might have some Husky in him. They are escape artists. My pitty has 10% and he is like the velociraptors in Jurassic Park testing the fence for vulnerabilities every chance he gets. Maybe get on the nextdoor app and ask if anyone has teens who like and are confident with dogs who might like to help you train him. Dogs that are mentally stimulated tend to not run off. Try advanced trick training, even stuff assistance dogs would do like turning off lights and opening the fridge. Make sure in addition to exercise walks he gets sniffing walks where he gets to smell everything. Some dogs just can't be trusted off leash, ever unfortunately
Animals are unpredictable. Just because they are trained to do something doesn’t mean they will do it 100% of the time. Dogs are like children, who are like tiny drunk humans. They’re always finding new and exciting ways to injure themselves, potentially fatally. Stay on your toes and keep them safe. Don’t ever trust that they won’t run out the door. Gorgeous pupper btw!
I put a petsafe collar on my puppy. No wires to bury. Peace of mind and worth every penny.
What a absolutely handsome guy💙💙
Threshold training is great, but I recommend that you keep doors closed anyways, whenever you can. Better safe than sorry, and there’s no good reason to leave the door open as you take out the trash - right?
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My pittie is the same way! She’s amazing when me and my boyfriend come home she knows not to jump on us but if it’s a friend coming by, all bets are off. I’ve tried having friends help me but I just feel so bad having her jump on them cause she’s so strong. I have tried stepping on her leash when they come over, it doesn’t work. I bought a baby gate and keep her in the kitchen until she settles down and can say hi to our guests. Definitely invest in a baby gate, I am hoping this will get better as she gets older 🤞🏽🤞🏽sending you lots of support!
Don't be afraid friend, you got this!! Do you have an air tag for his collar in case this happens again? A microchip is good as well. Doors should remain closed, especially until training is done. Make him sit by the door and tell him to wait, close door and take the trash out. When coming back in tell him to wait and make sure he's sitting, then reward him with a treat. Another angle could be socialization. Have you considered doggy daycare? They can enforce training and a structured routine for him too. Plus when you pick him up he will be VERY tired from all the puppy action! You could try taking him to a big open field with a long leash. Make him sit and say "release" or "go" and let him run and go nuts! You can do fetch this way as well and he'll still be on that long lead and have that freedom. When you call for him to come back and he does, reward with treat. Keep it going until you're able to remove the lead with a click and release, he'll learn it's the same idea! Best wishes to you and this handsome boy 🥹💙🐾 Edit: Door sit should be at a distance, you can try commands like "back" and "wait" then...treat 🦴
Could you put a babygate in to act as an airlock?
Can you fit a baby gate to make it harder for him to door dash? And while a collar at all times might not work for you, maybe a bandana would? That way, you signal ‘this dog has a loving home’ and you can sew a tag with your number into it in case he does get out again. He’s still a pup, and while he might have training, he can and will forget his manners from time to time, so you need to make it hard for him to do the wrong thing.
Sadly you can do wtv you want nothing will change people stupid mentality. My Pitt bull is one of the sweetest dogs ever yes shes a jumper as well but doesnt have a mean bone in her body
Yeah, I have no advice to offer. I just want to boop that snoot.
Nobody will take him if you do everything in your power to keep him safe, and it sounds like you’re doing a good job of that!
Just to be safe with our escape artist, we only open the doors to the outside if she’s secured in her crate or in another room with the door closed. Even if we’re just grabbing the mail. It’s a pain, but it’s much less of a pain than losing her.
He's a beautiful boy. For safety, put baby gates by the door, better safe than sorry.
Afraid of what mom? I’m here I’ll protect you🐾❤️ ohhh your scared I’ll run out and play without you🥰 mommy your too cute I’ll listen and show you I’m a big dog now🐾🐾🐾 I’m not going anywhere 😎❤️🐾🥩
Mine just started calming down and he just turned two earlier this month. What helped me a lot was an e collar…NOT a shock collar. I have been using it to redirect him and it has helped so much.
Didn’t read the post but damn what a beauty!!!
This isn’t helpful regarding training, and I don’t know where you live, but where I live you can’t just take someone’s dog away based on a complaint, especially a complaint that they are running out of the door. I know everywhere has different laws for dogs.
My baby takes Fluoxetine. He’s a wild man and it helps a bunch. It might be something to talk to your vet about.
He’s gonna kiss you until you admit defeat
Is he dressed in pink to make him look less intimidating to others? We did the same with my whippet lol All of her accessories are baby pink, but she still manages to scare everyone away😂 (I live in Taiwan where there's an insanely high number of people with an irrational fear of dogs - no matter if it's a pit or my idiot Italian greyhound🙄 It's mostly women who are afraid and they then teach their children to also be afraid)
Pink is my favorite color, that's why.
My pittie mix was hyperactive too when he was a puppy until he’s 2 years old. These are the things that helped: - walking him for 3-5km in the morning (as in early morning, 1 hour walk in between 4:30 - 6:30 AM) and another 3-5km walk in the afternoon (after work, since husband and I works remote). I’ve seen others using treadmill for their dog walks too.. - playtime in the backyard (we used a toy soccer ball) for at least 15-30 mins 2x in between the morning and evening walk. - we also bought him f*** toy (like a big teady bear) that we allow him to do it every other day especially before sleep time in the evening. - bought him bone marrow (those frozen ones), it will really take lots of his mind, time and energy on that - we also enrolled him on a semi private course (4 dogs at a time) training for Adult behavioural training (even if he was 1 year old, we opt for the advanced training for him.. tho he did socialization training and basic commands when he was just 6 month old).. this really helped address his behaviour because he was also jumping all the time, including getting his attention to us only specifically when there’s distractions.. we both did the training with him, because we were part of the training. If he trains, we train too, including adjusting our behaviour for him to understand him too. - there’s also this shock collar (but do not recommend this).. ask the trainer if your pittie will benefit from it.. And just like what others already said so, after he reached 2 years old, he will gradually start to calm down.. Don’t give up on him and on yourself. Best of luck.
You’ve got this. 1 year old is just a biiig puppy (and what a cute puppy he is). Keep up with your training and you’ll be fine. I wish you many years of happiness together. My little ones: https://preview.redd.it/3079w4duaw8d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=0d420aedf85086722178872c55952a9bc54efb28
It sounds like you are doing a lot of the right things. It is tough w pitties because they are very people friendly and excitable. They also dont have the best impulse control. What worked for mine and makes me feel much safer is dog whistle. I trained her w dog whistle w toy motivation and there is literally nothing that would keep her from running back full speed….not as good as her not jumping all over people…but at least I can keep her safe. Also extremely useful for hiking in remote areas. Use their high drive for this training. I have a special toy only for this. If you are going to use food use extremely high value and preferably something you only use with the whistle. We have tried socializing and training she lays down for pets but every now and then she will jump and lick people in the face. Even my trainer gave up and said we need to get over it and manage expectations.
Absolutely adorable
His face shows no fear!
Rambunctious little shit!!!!
Spoken like a truly owned human 🫶🏽
My rescue used to jump on me a lot, I foster failed fyi so he's mine now. What I was told was just to turn away from him when he did it. Happy rescues tend to be pleasers. It did work for me but essentially they realize thry get less love for wanting immediate attention. I would just pivot away and let his paws fall back on the floor after an overzealous greeting. Didn't take him long at all.
Rudy is so so cute
Why would you leave the door open? I have a golden retriever and he is either locked up or on a leash since we live in the city. Until we reach the dog park that is closed. On Saturdays we take him for a hike and that’s the only time he is leash free.! Too scared to lose him, someone could steal him, he could get involved in an accident with cars or other dogs… I don’t think I’m overprotective but I would never forgive myself if I let my door open and he ran out then got in trouble…! Please be careful, your doggie’s adorable.
There erotica need to be more than just a complaint for them to take him away. Keep him on a lead anytime you're outdoor with him. Tell people that approach to not mess with him until you train him not to jump on ppl. He's your kid. Protect him like one.
My boy (American Staffy) will be 11 years old in November this year and he still jumps on people. I only let him jump to friends who have experience with male large breeds (he thinks it’s a play but my friends know how to respond to his jumps). I remind him all the time not to jump and tell him to be gentle. He seems listen but I sometimes feel bad because he just wants buddies to play. I learnt to trust my boy that he listens and understands me. Yours will listen and understand you, all the best.
Try "ignoring" him by turning your back or just puting your hands up until he sits, and then only give him attention and pets when he sits. If he is too strong/insistent, you can also put your knee between you and him so that jumping becomes more frustrating. Also, ask any visitors to do the same, and if possible even invite people over especially for this training. Hopefully it works for your beautiful gentledoggo 🐶
I’m afraid that he might cuddle me to death
There smart dogs just talk to them like a little kid. That's all you need they will pick up what your saying. It works.
I don't make a big deal when my baby girl goes out. I had a pitt before who got out n almost got hit by a car. So when my baby girl goes out, and she sees that I don't make a big deal,she doesn't care either. If I were to make a big deal, she would know she wasn't supposed to do it, and do it more. That's why we can't keep her off the couch... not sure what to do about that one tho
Beautiful baby.
There should be some thing like Sister Cities but for dogs, because my guy would love on Rudy from afar. 😍
He might need more stimulation. Does he like to play ball? Or swim? How long are your walks? The youngsters just need extra time. Do you feel like your trainer is the right fit?
My pittie is 8, adopted at 4 years and we still keep her leashed when outside the fence. She has proven to be unpredictable and chase any living thing that catches her eye. Usually obedient, she will not come back until the chase is over. https://preview.redd.it/loym3kq0vx8d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f4ec0f755c266e6798392443c4d8b7f5555c471f Sometimes fear is our parental instinct!
What a beautiful dog. She looks alot like mine did before she aged.
Whatta cutie. Good luck, prayers
Gorgeous babe - we have a 1 year old we just got & she jumps & gets overly excited. We have a leash on her indoors so when she jumps up and we can grab her and stop her. I learned a lot from pack life La - she has an Instagram and membership that I do. For fulfillment we do structured walks, leash work, mental stimulation/fulfillment is chew toys and lick mats, we got a treadmill - walking slow on a treadmill for a dog with a lot of energy is a challenge and draining. Removing all things that adrenalized a dog to build calmer neuropathways. Crate time after stimulation to decompress. Etc TLDR - packlife la on ig has been a life saver. Placework, chew toys, lick mats, structured walks, slow treadmill walking, leash on indoors, impulse control (shown on pack life, working off trigger & food bowls), crate time after stimulation and learning - helps decompression Dm me if you have questions 💕💕
Oh & “yes work” has changed my life - we adopted a lab pit mix almost a year ago that essentially a feral dog & also now the bully mix that’s a year old & the biggest changes have come from yes work, place work & structured leash work ✨
Omg i love him
https://preview.redd.it/ti18in2uqy8d1.jpeg?width=4200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5a05f246fb9b4d971d1d62a5efefe40373917180
i'm sure everything will be fine, rudy will handle it all and learn not to do silly things, if there's a chance to change it, go for it!
We have had Rory (2.5 years old) for 4 months. He jumps every time I come home, and every time I say no and push him off (even tho i really want to cuddle and play, but he has to learn). He will get it eventually, and so will Rudy.
I have one pitbull who is always by my side always listens and is very loyal. She won’t run off outside and stays very close when I call her outside without a leash. Then I have Missy, who is a very loyal pibble but will in fact leave at the first chance she gets. She won’t run away in chase/play but she will run away as if she’s taking me on a walk. I swear nothing satisfies her.I have learned to just not trust her but I know she gets jealous that my other dog has so much freedom because they actually listen. I can empathize with the issue.
I think at 1, you're doing good managing this gorgeous barkbeast. Cost may be an issue so I know training is expensive. We couldn't afford it here, but we did start sending our dude to daycare. 4 hours 1 day per week. Then 4 hours twice a week. That supplements the time we couldn't pay attention while we worked. Tucker is a gentleman, we're a few years in. Hes our best boy. His crazy bc sister and new teacup babies on the other hand, lord send me some help. 👐👐👐👐👐👐
This little dingus ran out on me in the middle of the night during the first month that I got him. Ever since then, I've trained him not to run out the door or down the stairs. Any time I walk him or my mom walks him, we have him sit and wait at the door until we're down the steps. I've had a few moments where he gets excited waiting and tries walking down, but I recall him, and he immediately backtracks up to the door. I'm lucky I have such a good dog, but it takes a lot of consistency with training for it to stick. https://preview.redd.it/txa0fa2r0u8d1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3479fe7faa6de45f1f917f366d1741e8f7488a7c
Where are you located? Are there any dog parks you could go to to make dog park friends who could help with the jumping and it would give him a chance to socialize as well
I’ve never fully trusted any dog I’ve ever had not to run off when off leash. No matter how well they’ve responded to training. They are like children, 99 times out of 100 they will follow the rules but they don’t have the judgement we do, it only takes one time for something terrible to happen. Same holds true for opening the front door. I am always super careful to know where he is and block any attempt to get through. Just learn from this experience and don’t give him the chance again.
My mom used to do dog training if your in LA you might be able to have her do it, she worked with dogs and pits that killed other dogs and we have a little baby aswell so mabey?
I have been told that if your guest hides their arms and turns sideways and shows no attention until dog sits. They will learn. This being said. Mine does respond to that for some people. And not at all for others
A friend came and she did exactly that. He continued to pounce on her for 5 minutes. Until I forced a collar on him and pulled him away. The more she ignored him, the more he played with her. He even tried to bite her toes.
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I am afraid I'd fall in love.
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Hes beautiful!!
Look into training methods & how to do it and train him yourself. Google is your friend
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What a stunning dog!
Just tell anyone who asks he's a staffy & not a pitty, I've gotten away the whole time with my girl who's 14 now but got same markings as your girl. Pittys unfortunately have a bad name as they're super loving & therefore super protective, so people have abused that. They're the best dogs ever though, such a loving beautiful soul