my corgi is attacking my little terrier!
Hi, I am at my wits end, I just do not understant why my corgi, Ginger attacks my older cairn terrier, goes right for her neck. It seems like ginger just snaps. We had Ginger first for 3 yrs, so she was 5 yrs old when we got Maggie who was 10 yrs.. both females.. I figured it had alot to do with alpha dog matters.. cause it happened alot during that first year after Maggie joined us.. when it happened I would grab Ginger off Maggie and put her in her travel cage for a while.. Maggie had taken on the "mother" role and stay by her and when Ginger was let out things would be fine.. until something seemed to set her off.. We did figure out that Ginger does get crazy when we are watching a sports game and we clapp or hoot and hollar at the TV.. she goes right after Maggie.. then after acouple of years together things seemed to calm down.. no attacks... but then my son Jason had to move back home and he brought with him his almost 1 yr old boxer/pit bull mix.. of course another female.. she is so much bigger and taller than Ginger... but so sweet and just wants to play all the time ..Maggie and Ginger may snap at her.. but she, Lexie would just lick them and still want to play.. well now it seems that Ginger has taken to attacking Maggie again... Lexie is around but I do not see a direct cause of Ginger's "snapping" it may be over a toy or jealousy if Ginger is not getting enough attention.. but poor Maggie just seems to be in the worng place at the wrong time... I have resorted to trying a remote control like shock collar that my son had used to train his Lexie. well I tried it on Ginger... but just never was able to use it when the attack happens.. have to have the remote pointed at her when it happens.. I thought that is the only way to teach her using that idea... SO, my question is... Is there any other corgi owners having any similar problems???? I would appreciate any advice!!
(sorrry this is so long!) PLS HELP!
(sorrry this is so long!) PLS HELP!
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Permalink Reply by Sam Tsang on
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Hi Karen, start walking Ginger, Maggie and Lexie together on leash daily for 60-90 minutes, get your son or family to help you if you cannot control 3 dogs while walking. If you meet their physical need, they'll learn to respect you and view you as their leader, google nilf and apply the principals. Corgis are herding dogs that meant to run and control sheep / cattle, if they are not challenged physically / mentally, they will find destructive outlet. If you are having a hard time, go and take a class or hire a trainer to observe the dynamics at home. It is way cheaper than vet bills. Things are usually easier with 1 dog, when it comes to 3, it really complicate things, get your entire family on board, make sure everyone is on the same page. It'll take some work, but definitely doable. Good luck!
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Permalink Reply by Bev Levy on
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We added my son's doberman when he decided to go back to college. My Sparty never liked her so at first I kept him leashed in the house attached to me for the first week or so. Then he dragged a leash around so I could grab him if he went after her. Fortunately the dobe is very mild mannered! We have peace now but it took a while and I still occassionally have to remind him that I decide who lives here. It really is a matter of recognizing what the signals are and distracting the aggressor before the attack. Obediance training and the walks together really help also. I figure it really doesn't matter too much what causes the aggression it is about what I allow. I would not be inclined to use a shock collar.
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Permalink Reply by Rebecca Marie O'Bryan on
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please do not use the shock collar! it will send a negative signal and potently make things worse in this situation. Sam and Bev gave great advice, she just needs to be reminded that YOU are in charge, not her! just like Bev said keep her attached to you at all times for a while and i suggest using a clicker. when she looks at the other dogs and no negative reaction she gets a treat. the walking will help them out tremendously. from what you are describing it seems like she is very stressed because she is full of energy and dosnt know how to release it in a good way(seen it in Victoria's"its me or the dog show) this will take some time and good training so please be persistent and patient
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