Hi,

We bought a rottie recently she is two, when we take her out for a walk she dives at cars and people, I really want to get her out of this but everything I have tried has failed, When we have people in the house other than myself, my hubby and two children aed 3 and 10 she growls and barks continuosly at them, I really need some good advice as it is getting to the point where I cannot take her out or have people in, I do not want to get rid of her and I cannot afford a behavioural specialist as I have just started University,

Thanks in advance

J

Hi Guest

Could you join as a member and then maybe we could
see what she is doing and when.
What area are you,maybe you could get in touch with a rottie breeder near to you for help.
How long has she been doing this and was this the reason she was rehomed at 2.

What type of lead/collar are you using?

Guest - join and we could help more. How about training classes, they will not set you back too much £2-3.00 ish per week, if you let us know where you are , someone may know of good classes near you :) Julie:)

Right I have now joined!! I use a halti on the rottie and it helps to some extent, I am more worried about being humiliated by her behaviour at a training class rather than the cost, I live in Hertfordshire and as far as I know there are no classes near enought to me that i can get to, I do not drive you see, I really love her to bits and want to be able to take her out etc, she is so loving at home but goes completely psycho when out and about! She is generally good on the lead but it is just other dogs, people and traffic! Where on earth do I start!

Jo

Local classes are often held in church halls and community centres. the vets notice board, or the Pet shop window will usually have one.

don't worry about being humiliated in class, as after all it is the naughty ones that need training!!!

contact the person running the class and inform them of your problem.

they may suggest you come to the last class which is usually for experienced handlers and their dogs who are training for compettion, your dogs behaviour will be less of an issue in this setting among more experienced owners, as long as you have controil over your dog. You may be asked to bring a muzzle.

The only way she will improve if she is trained around people and dogs, so that she learns they are not a threat. your own reactions will have a bearing here.

You should not try reasuring her, or shout at her, as if it is fear aggression both will heighten the fear response. You will need to be firm but matter of fact. Tell her no in a fimr voice. Keep your distance, but try to keep a loose lead, and check her back if she luinges, but praise when she is clam, and paying attention to you.

The head collar should be used to break her eye contact, as she won't be able to bark at them if she can't look at them.

If you find a trainer experinced in large guarding breeds all the better.

Thanks for the advice, I am still a little wary about taking her to classes when she is really quite out of control in public, I have a halti lead but I am quite worried that she can snap this and get away with devastating consequences, Is there a really tough training lead on the market that incorporates a head collar, I also need a good muzzle for her when in public if I am to get this right, any suggestions?

Jo

Do you know much about the history of your Rottie? Is that perhaps the reason why she was sold? She may have taken a knock from a car which could be causing the problems with her back leg. You would need to get that xrayed at the vet to provide you with the answers for what may be causing her the discomfort with it.

Hi have a look here http://www.adpt.co.uk click on members index and have a look in your area for classes near you. You can get an attachment for the halti which clips onto the halti and then back onto the collar, also try using a double ended lead and attach one end to the collar and one to the halti as a safe guard. If you are worried about her temperament in public I would muzzle her to start with the Baskerville one are quite good, until you get some professional advice from a trainer or breeder. Don't worry about being shown up at class, thats why we go;)only kidding - If you ring the trainer of your nearest ones first and explain over the phone, they will be prepared for you, also if there are no classes , you could ring one of the one to one trainers that come to your home, and will walk out with you to observe your dog and give you advice, it doesn't always cost as much as you would imagine. Also, how about Rottie rescue, they may be able to recommend a trainer known to them. Julie:)

if youre using a halti you should also ave an end fastened to a strong collar-buy a long lead with clips both ends, -have you been back intouch with your breeder?

where abouts in herts are you as i am in hatfield and we have really good training classes near me

Deary

Hi Deary,

I am actually in Welwyn Garden City!!! So only right next to you!

J

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Hi

I would suggest you check out
www.rottweilersdirect.co.uk
on there is a map you can put in your location then try ringing a few of the breeders in your area,and ask them where they take their dogs for training,or see if they can help,its got to be worth a try.
Good Luck

Try www.the3rtclub.co.uk it is a Rottie board and people who use it are involved in rescue and training etc;