Fred vs game of thrones wolves
Fred is 5 months old and starting to test me on things like lunging on the leash which I have managed and food guarding which I hopefully have put a stop to... Hasn't happened except for one time. With real dogs of all sizes she is very friendly. Not fearful or aggressive. Should I be concerned about this behavior or am I being over anxious? What can/should I do to stop it? I told her to leave it and made her lie down then just petted and played with her like I usually do when watching tv. But the next wolf scene she was up and growling again. So I repeated. Didn't feel very effective but not sure what else to do. Fred is only a puppy and I want to be assertive but not sure if my reactions are showing dominance or reinforcing in her mind that she should be reacting to that stimulus. Thanks for any help! |
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| Have you played regular dogs on the tv? How does she react? Does she only do it with wolves? |
| In the past no reaction when I watched shows with dogs like on animal planet but this morning she would bark a little. No growling just excited. I'm wondering if maybe she just happened to notice the tv images for the first time last night. It was so aggressive though. |
| Fear as much as anything. It is up to you to first immediately stop her behavior and then put her in a comfortable position near you and when she starts making motions like she's going to come un glued, you quickly, sternly but kindly let her know that behavior is not necessary. Saying "it's OK" is great for a child but words don't make an impression on their brains. Your comforting sounds may indicate to her you are not displeased and she an continue. The trick is not to make as much racket in getting her attention as the wolves are making. Noise begets more noise. In time she may learn to channel her inner wolf in a sing along, but right now it is fear, confusion, excitement. |
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