the whip on his animals and even large, aggressive animals obey him. My dog just won't listen to me. Do you think the belt will work. My wife doesn't agree. Should I listen to my wife or my cousin?
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Eh, belt is a bit harsh. A firm correction - a tap, tug of the collar. Try those first. That doesn't work, consult a trainer
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Listen to your wife. Abusing a dog will not help it at all but will cause mental & physical damages. You need be patient, and to consult a trainer, or rehome your dog if you think that whipping a dog will be a solution.
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do not use the whip that is just cruel!!!!!! the belt is cruel to but if you must physically abuse him use your hand and slap his butt, dogs can become very afraid and aggressive from animal abuse! your dog just needs patience!
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You can use a tap on the nose or a pinch on the ear but wipping your dog won't help and what your cousin doesn't tell you is that circus animals have the most cruel life of any animal. They regularly turn on their handlers because they are so severely mistreated. You're dog doesn't listen to you because you probably aren't asserting your dominance or being consistent with him. Hire a trainer, or sign up for obedience class. Your belt will do no good, and if that's the only conclusion you can come up with, maybe you should reconsider having a dog.
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Never hit a dog. try a trainer. it is illegal to be mistreating a dog like that. you can get a fine of 500 dollars or even jail time.
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Um..........your wife of course. It is never ever necessary to hit your dog. They have a natural tendency to want to please humans. When you correct your dog, do not yell. Try to use his name with praise and bad dog not his name when appropriate. Short training times and good treats such as hot dog pieces or chicken are great aids. Never call your dog over to you to correct him. Your hands should be for petting and praise. A dog that for example peed in the house 15 minutes ago does not know why you are yelling at him now. Even if you show it to him. Leave the whips for the lion tamers.
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For the love of God, listen to your wife!!! Talk to a dog behaviorist for some help in getting your dog to listen to you. You can talk to one for free here: http://www.anticruelty.org/site/epage/36623_576.htm You can call or e-mail. I have e-mailed them with my problems before and they respond promptly with great, personalized advice that actually works!
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there's a HUGE difference between the animals in a circus and a family dog. Your dog doesn't listen because: 1) you show anger at him 2) you aren't alpha pack leader 3) you use inconsistent or bad methods Your wife is absolutely right. In a home situation like yours, using a whip or other similar methods is ABUSE and totally uncalled for. -!-
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NO of course it is not ok i don't even think it's ok for you to own a dog
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I think that a good hard slap on the behind with the flat of your palm will suffice, you should not use a belt. Belts leave welts and emotional scars. When you slap a dog, you are spanking it as you would a child who has grown disrespectful. Also, you need to look at your leadership skills. i'm not talking about giving a managerial speech, I'm talking about not backing down or giving mixed messages. I'm also talking about not tempting your dog with unattended food on the table. I've found slapping works because it is something that your dog cannot do to you back. I've heard some people say that biting or simulating a bite on the ear wth your fingernails is the best way, but then you teach your dog to bite when it's mad. Not good.
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UM LISTEN TO YOUR WIFE. Why do you think most of those animal turn on their trainers. They get tired of being abused. Should never use physical discipline on any animal.
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you should listen to your wife you never hit your dog that will only make them fear you and you dont want that.
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and that's exactly why some circus animals go berserk after a while. they get tired of getting beaten to death. negative reinforcement is exactly what it is, negative. you can and will get charge for animal abuse if you do this and people know about it.
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Absolutely not, now you see dogs are brilliant creatures, so if you say to them, "Now dogy, dont do that" they will be like "OK!, master!"
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Ever heard of a group call the Cat Dancers or Roy Horn? professional animal trainers got killed or injured by the animals that they train. So the answer is don't hit your dog.
