Pet Care
Warning Signs of Problem Behavior
This
is a short list to help you recognize the beginning of some common types of
problem behavior. Unfortunately, many people do not recognize they have a
problem until it is too late.
There are as many causes for each behavior problem as there are problems
themselves. It would be wise not to wait for your dog to "grow out of it".
Modifying a certain undesirable situation before it turns into a problem
behavior will save you a great deal of time and frustration.
1. After two or three weeks in his new home, your pup should have no trouble
sleeping through the night. Remember, puppies tend to get up with the sun.
2. It is not unusual for a puppy to be cautious around new people and
situations. However, he should not be overly shy or timid.
3. At no time should your dog growl over food, toys or favorite resting
spots. This behavior should never be confused with the makings of a good
watch dog.
4. If your puppy is fourteen weeks or older, he should not have the tendency
to put his mouth and teeth all over everything, including your.
5. Regardless of how old your dog is, he should have very few accidents in
the house, if any, six weeks after he has been in your home.
6. The dog should not be destructive. He should not tear up personal items,
furniture, carpeting or his own toys.
7. Although a perfectly normal canine behavior, urinating when scared or
excited does not have to be endured for long. Never try to punish this
behavior.
8. Watch for aggravated behavior. Digging, uncontrolled barking, whining,
continuous licking or biting and hyperactivity can be a sign of a frustrated
animal.
9. Eating non-food items can have serious medical consequences and should be
looked into immediately.
10. Something is going wrong with your training if your puppy will not
gladly come when called the majority of the time.
If you are experiencing difficult behavior with your puppy or adult dog,
please contact us. Most problem behaviors can be corrected. We
want to help and encourage a happy and healthy relationship for you and your
dog for many years to come.
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