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Sexual Mounting
from:Some puppies begin sexual mounting behavior at the tender age of 6 or 7 weeks, though it usually begins at about 12 weeks of age. It is self rewarding behavior, in that it "feels good" to the pup. The problem rarely persists if the object of its attentions is made inaccessible. Unfortunately, many owners think that the behavior will disappear if they just let it run its course. They may allow the pup to mount until it reaches sexual climax. This, of course, makes the owner a subordinate sexual partner for the pet and can later develop into severe problems involving overprotection and biting.
Correction Mounting should be discouraged by withdrawing the target (leg, arm, clothing) in as startling a manner as possible, as the pup starts the mounting rather than when it is under way. Sexual experimentation seems to be a normal part of maturation in mammals. Therefore, in cases involving owners who allow the pup to persist in mounting, all family members should be brought into consultation to explain the possible side effects of the problem.
In extreme cases, the owner must establish a leadership position with the pup or dog, preferably away from their home ground at first. This can be accomplished through standard obedience programs in some cases. However, a nonphysical approach to teaching is usually quicker, even if the dog is taught only to sit and stay on command. Along with this regimen, the aggressive 'Romeo' must be distracted effectively before the overt mounting starts, with some strong intervening stimulus that takes its mind off the sex act. A food distraction is a poor substitute in most cases. Better is an invitation to play ball or otherwise engage in some strenuous physical activity that is enjoyed by the pet.
All unearned petting and praise must be stopped in cases of persistent mounting, even with very young offenders. If the pup pesters for attention, the owner should give it one of the simple commands until it obeys, then gently and briefly pet the animal and go on about some other business. After a few days to weeks of this type of correction, the puppy usually stops mounting and becomes oriented to the more typical play activity as a displacement mechanism. This type of problem pup may persist in mounting inanimate objects, such as the owner's clothing, pillows or bedclothes, in the absence of its living sex object. However, this behavior usually fades away after a few weeks. One helpful corrective aid is to remove things that stimulate the behavior when the owner must be absent.
Consistency and Persistence Pays Off When Training Your Dog
If the rules change from day to day, the dog becomes confused He needs to know how to consistently earn reward and avoid punishment or he will give up responding The good trainer is consistent and always uses the same command for the same behavior Most dog owners teach the dog that the command "down" means to be in a prone position Unfortunately, many dog owners use the same command to mea.....More on Dog Behaviour Top Dog
Behavioral Problems Associated With Parasitic Disease
Some of the problem behaviors in dogs are a result of an infection from parasite These include internal parasites such as roundworm and tapeworm, flea infestation, ear mites, and Hypermetria Many dog owners are not aware that most parasite infection such as roundworm infestation is a condition that requires immediate veterinary attention The fact is that it is important for all puppies .....More on Dog Behaviour Top Dog
The Danger Of A Jealous Dog
In the case of jealousy the mind of a dog works in almost an identical way to that of a human being It wants the full attention and love of its owner whether the jealousy occurs only when another dog enters the home or when the beloved owner talks to another dog outside, or whether the jealousy is aimed at another person in the home The same driving force is at the root of the evil in all of t.....More on Dog Behaviour Top Dog
Discipline Your Dog Instead Of Punishing Him
Too often, dogs do not understand why they are receiving punishment or which behavior produced the punishment Dog owners attribute unrealistic reasoning abilities far beyond the animaland#39;s mental capacity The owner may believe the dog knew what he was doing wrong because he had the "guilty" look on his face when the owner yelled, "WHAT IS THIS ON THE FLOOR!" while pointing to a mess The belief.....More on Dog Behaviour Top Dog
The Psychotic Dog
A psychosis is defined as a mental disturbance of such degree that there is personality disintegration and loss of contact with reality The line between neurotic and psychotic behavior is not well defined, even by psychiatrists and psychologists Two prevailing criteria can be added to the definition of a neurotic dog to describe, for this purpose, a psychotic behavior These involve circumsta.....More on Dog Behaviour Top Dog
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