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Sable on Behavior - Tue, March 11 2008

so, my mom got married recently and i have a new step sister who is a little brat. she's a 2 1/2 year old english bulldog and she's always starting fights with me. at first, I let her be the boss...but it got wayyyyyyy out of control. now our fights are getting really bad and I've even hurt her a couple of times. my mommy is very scared that she is going to have to get rid of one of us. Does anyone know of a good trainer who specializes in dominence/aggression issues and will come to our home?????????????
I don't like seeing my mommy soooo sad! Please help!

Dachsaholic on Mar 11 at 09:02 AM

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Doggone Connection is a great group of behaviorist/trainers. They have classes on the NW and NE side of town. You just need to be upfront with them about what is going on so they can best help you. I know some people on this site have had problems with dog aggression and were very happy with the training they received. We take our fosters and some of our permanent dogs there and have been very happy. They are there to work with the problems you are having, not to follow a schedule(week 1=sit, week 2=down, etc) Mention you saw their ad on this site and get a discount!

Connie on Mar 11 at 09:07 AM

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There are lots and lots of good trainers either associated with this site or who have been used by members. Check out www.caninesinaction.com or the services offered at Bark Tudor.

But, another option is just seperating the dogs. We have three dogs all in the house and none of them are out at the same time as none of them get along. While it can be a pain in the butt, it is very doable.

Alena on Mar 11 at 09:26 AM

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Brad Phifer at Bark Tutor does a lot of this stuff. He's located in Broadripple if that's close to you and does private in home lessons all the time.

I know a lot of people that have separate "packs" and I personally cannot live like that so I completely understand your need for the dogs to get along...doesn't help that the other is an english bulldog--they have got to be the most stubborn dog on the face of the earth.

Kerry on Mar 11 at 09:57 AM

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does anyone have any contact info for these places or have any clue about prices???? Maggie (the bulldog) is staying somewhere else right now until we get things figured out...so we have a little bit of time to explore some options.

Ana on Mar 11 at 10:03 AM

Kerry on Mar 11 at 10:11 AM

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Ana said:
kimberly@petbehaviorsolutions.net or 317-773-2939 http://petbehaviorsolutions.net/ Prices are listed.

wow....I am very shocked at the prices!! I was afraid that this was something that we wouldn't be able to afford. thanks so much!!!!!

Marci on Mar 11 at 04:06 PM

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I have found Dog Gone Connection to be very helpful with Charlie and feel the prices are very reasonable. Their website is www.doggoneconnection.com. Good luck!

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