Pet behaviorist says Prozac may be the way to go, but our vet isn't so sure. Does anyone have experience with Prozac for dogs? I'd like some insight.
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posted by patheral
on Jun 17, 2013 -
17 answers
Please help, askme. I've got a dog who is in a constant agitated state and he's started to turn on me. I can't see a trainer until Wednesday -- what should I do to keep us both safe until then?
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posted by LynnDee
on Jun 15, 2013 -
45 answers
So, we recently moved from a small apartment to a big apartment, about 3x size of the old one. Tiny dog has adjusted well, except for one thing: he runs around the house, to get from Point A to Point B. Walking no longer occurs. We'd really like him to walk like a civilized beast again, if possible.
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posted by juniperesque
on Apr 9, 2013 -
10 answers
Is it a bad idea for my partner and I to get a nippy and high-energy - but smart and trainable - hound dog as our first dog together?
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posted by quarked
on Aug 12, 2012 -
22 answers
My puppy has gamed a way for me to spend an extra 5 minutes with him in the morning. By peeing on the floor.
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posted by phunniemee
on Jun 27, 2012 -
19 answers
Our dog is decidedly more manic when left alone with me. Is it normal for dogs to behave very differently with two different caregivers? How can I make things better for her where I'm concerned?
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posted by peripathetic
on Mar 22, 2012 -
9 answers
How can we keep our dogs from barking at everything they see beyond our fence? Getting an opaque fence will surely help, at least in the short term, but we really need to address the root behavior. Are anti-bark collars an effective, humane option?
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posted by thinkingwoman
on Mar 10, 2011 -
16 answers
What kind of data do I need to be keeping track of as I go, so its easily available when I need to send out resumes? (dog training)
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posted by saragoodman3
on Dec 15, 2010 -
5 answers
A month ago we adopted a sweet little Pug. Now I'm having some problems training him and I could really use some help. This might get long.
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posted by TooFewShoes
on Dec 9, 2010 -
27 answers
How do I project an air of expertise to my dog training clients? These are people who have already chosen to come to me for help, know my qualifications and clearly
want to see me as an expert. Being more authoritative will not only make them more compliant to my suggestions but also make them feel like they're getting their money's worth.
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posted by freshwater_pr0n
on Aug 12, 2010 -
19 answers
I adopted an awesome dog from the local Humane Society. The dog is a one year old German Shepherd who is very well behaved (doesn't chew, rarely barks, never steals even when freshly cooked cheeseburgers are left unattended, etc) and already knows basic commands like "sit" and "come" and "heel." The only problem is the "heel" - he was obviously trained to heel to the left and I really want him to heel to my right. The question: is it worth the effort to retrain him and if so how do I accomplish this? More details and some photos below the fold.
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posted by Bango Skank
on Jul 6, 2010 -
14 answers
Advise me on how to best incorporate a second pug puppy into our lives!
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posted by Tbola
on Mar 12, 2010 -
3 answers
I'm dogsitting for a friend this weekend and her dog is already driving me crazy. He follows me everywhere all the time. How do I get him to stop?
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posted by hapax_legomenon
on Feb 19, 2010 -
19 answers
Long time since I owned a dog. This is a two parter. First, is crate training the norm? Second, advise on breed that will fit in with two cats.
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posted by Mutant
on Jul 18, 2009 -
21 answers
The corgi I am adopting on Saturday is already crate-trained, but not house-broken. Leaving her outside while I'm at work is not an option. How should I start training her not to go in the house?
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posted by rikhei
on May 25, 2009 -
7 answers
Crate training help! We have a new puppy (around 9 weeks) who panics in her crate. I know we have to introduce her to the crate slowly, but how do we do that and also sleep/leave the house occasionally?
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posted by ohio
on Dec 17, 2008 -
24 answers
I recently adopted a 2 yr. old Shih Tzu from the pound. He's been to the vet and has a clean bill of health. He's settled very well into things here and I'd like to start working on training him. After reading about several different methods I find clicker training the most interesting but I've never done it before. Anyone have any suggestions or tips?
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posted by lysistrata
on Nov 26, 2008 -
10 answers
Why is my dog suddenly aggressive towards other dogs, and how can I try to reverse this recent trend?
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posted by Grither
on Sep 2, 2008 -
12 answers
Help me to be the best dog trainer possible to my clients! Tell me what you look for in a dog trainer, and what you hope the experience will be like. Tell me your best and worst experiences. I teach group classes in basic and advanced obedience, work with owners whose dogs have serious behavior problems like aggression and anxiety, and everything in between, so all feedback is helpful.
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posted by freshwater_pr0n
on Aug 26, 2008 -
8 answers
Do I really need to take my puppy to classes? Can you recommend a good one in Los Angeles?
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posted by Twinedog
on May 19, 2008 -
5 answers
Tell me some great, effective ways to market my dog training business. For example, how do I promote myself to veterinary clinics who don't know me yet? What will really help me get my name out there?
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posted by freshwater_pr0n
on Jan 27, 2008 -
12 answers
Does anyone have a glowing recommendation for a dog trainer/obedience school in Brooklyn?
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posted by lassie
on Jul 29, 2007 -
3 answers
My sister and her dog just moved into a new apartment with a new roommate and "new" dog last weekend. Now her never before aggressive dog is attacking the "new" dog. What do we do?
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posted by Dr. Lurker
on May 8, 2007 -
12 answers
Every morning, there is a puddle of pee and one or more piles of poop on my kitchen floor. I think it's the dog. Please help me.
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posted by Methylviolet
on Oct 24, 2006 -
22 answers
Casting a wide net filter regarding border collies: I have a 3.5 month old purebred border collie puppy and am soliciting answers and advice regarding her training. She starts training this Thursday and I've consulted my vet and breeder, as well as Google, but would appreciate any advice here also.
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posted by MarvinTheCat
on Jul 12, 2005 -
5 answers
I have a dog who loves to bark at one household member. Nobody knows why. I bought her a citronella collar and this has helped greatly. But now she barks to her hearts content any time she's not wearing it. How do I train her to not bark even when she's not wearing the collar?
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posted by duck
on Mar 13, 2005 -
17 answers
How can I keep my dogs from pulling large strips of bark off our tree, and how can I keep said tree from dying now that it's missing much of it's bark?
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posted by RustyBrooks
on Oct 16, 2004 -
19 answers
