cecily
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Have a few queries about Dougal, and his behaviour during walks. He's quite a vocal dog, has been since he was a puppy, and isn't shy about letting his feelings be known. Anyway, when he sees another dog he goes absolutely berserk. He tugs at the lead, yelps and pulls. He genuinely just wants to get over to see them, as when he does he is then quite happy. Of course people spot his behaviour and generally do what they can to avoid him.
We've tried stopping, getting him to sit and offering treats but this has had very little success. It also excites Tandie, who is very placid and generally unimpressed by dogs she meets on walks. But she can begin barking and pulling a little aggressively when Dougal starts this. We thought this behaviour was just puppyishness, but it's not abating. He's well socialised and good around other dogs. He was neutered several months ago. He can also sometimes exhibit this behaviour towards people (especially if he thinks it's possibly myself or my husband).
Generally speaking it's not a big problem, and he's not aggressive, but it's a little embarrassing at times
We've tried stopping, getting him to sit and offering treats but this has had very little success. It also excites Tandie, who is very placid and generally unimpressed by dogs she meets on walks. But she can begin barking and pulling a little aggressively when Dougal starts this. We thought this behaviour was just puppyishness, but it's not abating. He's well socialised and good around other dogs. He was neutered several months ago. He can also sometimes exhibit this behaviour towards people (especially if he thinks it's possibly myself or my husband).
Generally speaking it's not a big problem, and he's not aggressive, but it's a little embarrassing at times