My dog hates the neighbors dog

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So I've fostered reactive dogs before (though normally generally reactive, not to one specific dog). The biggest thing we work on is "look at them, look at me, treat". So in my example, we'd sit at a semi-busy walking corner, far enough away that there would be no way for the dog to touch another pup. Sit, and wait (do some other training tricks while you wait). When another dog comes by, they should look at the other dog, and I say "YES!" the dog looks at me, gets a treat. So he learns that he can notice another dog, but as long as he looks back at me and pays attention to me, he gets a treat.

I'm not 100% sure if this would be effective for you since it's just this one dog, but if you know his route, you could set up kitty corner and try that. Or further away if he's too reactive even that close. Eventually you get closer and closer and he shouldn't have an issue. Definitely use high value treats! I like to use cut up hot dogs in a ziplock and maybe a few pieces of cheese thrown in. Keep it in the fridge and take it out for only this training.

OP, this is really the answer. You need to decondition your dog's response and treats are really the only effective way. The timing of the treats is crucial though and you have to use baby steps. I used this online training to help my dog who had horrible reactivity to several particular dogs in the neighborhood. She would go crazy whenever she saw them. The worst was when she would pass another dog who was also reactive. Over several months I've gotten to the point where she can walk by any dog (on opposite sides of the street) and completely ignore them, even if the other dog is being reactive. It's been a game changer.

https://spiritdogtraining.com/tackling-reactivity-course/

Thanks for the link and it's good to hear you've had success with this. I am definitely going to check this out.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Poodles are VERY reactive.

I had a German Shepherd/Doberman mix who looked scary but wasn't, and the neighbors' standard poodle was insanely reactive toward him. He had neutral feelings toward everything and was a big dope, but he eventually became terrified of her because she was so aggressive/reactive. She looked normal when she was in her yard or with her owner...until she saw another dog.

Naturally the owner would glare at us like our dog was the problem. Poodles have a vibe and your neighbor's dog might just be telling the truth about yours. Also, get it fixed.

[Anonymous]

He finally found the source of the smell that has been infringing on his territory!

Its kind of funny that you've been scared of that dog and yours ended up being the reactive one, but it happens. I like the idea of treating him and good association building.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Poodles are VERY reactive.

I had a German Shepherd/Doberman mix who looked scary but wasn't, and the neighbors' standard poodle was insanely reactive toward him. He had neutral feelings toward everything and was a big dope, but he eventually became terrified of her because she was so aggressive/reactive. She looked normal when she was in her yard or with her owner...until she saw another dog.

Naturally the owner would glare at us like our dog was the problem. Poodles have a vibe and your neighbor's dog might just be telling the truth about yours. Also, get it fixed.

I posted more than once in this thread, that my dog is scheduled for his neuter next week. I'm not sure why you think I'm not telling the truth about my dog; especially since it seems you only skimmed, but thanks for sharing your thoughts, I guess.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:He finally found the source of the smell that has been infringing on his territory!

Its kind of funny that you've been scared of that dog and yours ended up being the reactive one, but it happens. I like the idea of treating him and good association building.

YES!! And the neighbor dog has beautiful coloring, so he's not necessarily scary-looking. It's just a scary feeling when a dog you dont know is fast trotting straight to you. That coupled with the reputation of pit-bulls, which I have zero experience with. I think I never got over that feeling.

Thankfully we haven't seen the neighbor dog since that day, but I'm prepared with special treats in my pouch for when we do.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:He finally found the source of the smell that has been infringing on his territory!

Its kind of funny that you've been scared of that dog and yours ended up being the reactive one, but it happens. I like the idea of treating him and good association building.

YES!! And the neighbor dog has beautiful coloring, so he's not necessarily scary-looking. It's just a scary feeling when a dog you dont know is fast trotting straight to you. That coupled with the reputation of pit-bulls, which I have zero experience with. I think I never got over that feeling.

Thankfully we haven't seen the neighbor dog since that day, but I'm prepared with special treats in my pouch for when we do.

You should try not to judge pit bulls. After all someone could see your poodle's reaction and forever assiciate all poodles with reactive and aggressive behavior. How fair would that be? If you know dog's body language than you can make the right choice

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:He finally found the source of the smell that has been infringing on his territory!

Its kind of funny that you've been scared of that dog and yours ended up being the reactive one, but it happens. I like the idea of treating him and good association building.

YES!! And the neighbor dog has beautiful coloring, so he's not necessarily scary-looking. It's just a scary feeling when a dog you dont know is fast trotting straight to you. That coupled with the reputation of pit-bulls, which I have zero experience with. I think I never got over that feeling.

Thankfully we haven't seen the neighbor dog since that day, but I'm prepared with special treats in my pouch for when we do.

You should try not to judge pit bulls. After all someone could see your poodle's reaction and forever assiciate all poodles with reactive and aggressive behavior. How fair would that be? If you know dog's body language than you can make the right choice

The neighbor probably does think my dog is horrible, mean, and vicious. I don't blame him at all. My dog made a complete fool of himself and me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:He finally found the source of the smell that has been infringing on his territory!

Its kind of funny that you've been scared of that dog and yours ended up being the reactive one, but it happens. I like the idea of treating him and good association building.

YES!! And the neighbor dog has beautiful coloring, so he's not necessarily scary-looking. It's just a scary feeling when a dog you dont know is fast trotting straight to you. That coupled with the reputation of pit-bulls, which I have zero experience with. I think I never got over that feeling.

Thankfully we haven't seen the neighbor dog since that day, but I'm prepared with special treats in my pouch for when we do.

You should try not to judge pit bulls. After all someone could see your poodle's reaction and forever assiciate all poodles with reactive and aggressive behavior. How fair would that be? If you know dog's body language than you can make the right choice

The neighbor probably does think my dog is horrible, mean, and vicious. I don't blame him at all. My dog made a complete fool of himself and me.

Maybe not. I've been on both sides and when I see it I think "this dog is having a difficult time' not this dog is being difficult. It is embarrassing for us but it's ok. Dogs are not robots and sometimes have big feelings. Just like toddlers!