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[quote=Anonymous]My golden was a lot like that, except he used to lunge to play with kids and humans. The puppy school did not work at all. So much so, that trainer was acting like I am a moron, and then I said, here, you do it. This was pre covid. She could not do it! He would do the trick and start pulling to play with other people. She had him train outside with one other dog, and I did better than her. I never had a dog before this one! He is now the best-behaved dog on any walk and in the house sits in his spot.

I think, from what you wrote, that you did way too many things with the puppy. (just like we did, we moved when the pup was a week old)Training, going away from a new house from him to be somewhere else for a week. Dogs don't like change; it is my opinion that you contributed to him being insecure, in addition to his regular behavior. I would try, as if with a baby, routines at home. Early morning walk, mid-day walk, and evening walk. He is a small dog, so it will not take insanely long walks for him to tire. I think most of this behavior will go away when he is properly tired.
Now, you did listen to "pros," but honestly, I think doing a proper walking routine might work better with one person doing the training. I recommend not stopping; if you are, when you see another dog, keep walking, don't stop. IMO, the best thing is to keep walking, look straight, and keep him going with you. No action or acknowledgment of the other dog at all. No need for any shocks. Keep the leash tight when approaching dogs, and have him walk by your leg. Don't tense when you see another dog, but be watchful to spot other dogs on time. This worked for my spastic and he is now admired by all other dog owners, and I get "sorry, my dog has no manners," on the walks.
Good luck.[/quote]

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