Comments on: Best Thing I Ever Taught My Friendly Dog

By: Amy

Amy — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 22:41:48 +0000

So true. I have two very friendly and inquistive dogs. My partner and I are working on their leash etiquette.

By: Helen

Helen — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:55:53 +0000

Thank you for this excellent post!!
I have two dogs one of which has become fear aggressive, after some attacks of unleashed dogs.Now even friendly dogs approaching are a big big problem to us!So, it’s of great importance for other pet parents to realise that not everybody (human or dog) appreciates such a friendly approach!!Thank you again!! 🙂

By: Jodi

Jodi — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:47:25 +0000

I’m working on this with Sampson, it’s hard with two dogs because once I try and treat him I get a face full of chocolate, but I’m still trying.

You’ve done a wonderful job with Honey.

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 16:22:31 +0000

In reply to Lauranne.

If I thought Honey and I could support ourselves by traveling around the world and being a calm presence for other dogs to practice with, I’d try it in a minute.

On the other hand, I’m not sure how long it would take me to learn to speak “Yorkshire” before planning the trip. 🙂

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 16:15:56 +0000

In reply to Groovy Goldendoodles. I must admit that Harley always looks quite dignified on your blog. But I've never seen a Walmart greeter much less one that looks like he's on speed. Perhaps you'll capture some video for us?

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 16:12:12 +0000

In reply to Jackie Bouchard.

Yeah, and I really wonder how well that person yelling about their friendly dog knows anything, given that they’ve never taken the time to train him to be polite and attentive to his person.

I was walking Honey off leash the other day when a little terrier came zooming past us. I immediately put Honey on her leash until I could figure out the situation. But the same never occurred to the terrier’s person when she saw us. Frankly, from what I saw later, she couldn’t have gotten that little dog on a leash no matter what.

I hope she stays lucky.

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 16:08:07 +0000

In reply to Taryn.

It sounds like Jimmy’s reaction is entirely appropriate for a strange dog getting in his face. After all, that’s rude behavior.

It’s the equivalent of humans who touch the bellies of pregnant women they don’t know or who stick their hands in people’s afros. 🙂

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 15:58:49 +0000

In reply to Blisandt.

Thanks for asking. You’ve inspired me to save my secrets to training calm behavior on leash with all the details:
https://www.somethingwagging.com/sharing-my-secret/

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 15:57:30 +0000

In reply to Blueberry’s human.

What kind of crazy person doesn’t have at least a few dog treats in their pockets at all time? 🙂

You tell Blueberry to come see us.

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 15:54:54 +0000

In reply to Jen Gabbard. Actually, working with Laika, I bet you'd hate to see an overly friendly dog go rushing up to you and ruin all your training work. As for Honey, you realize I really stacked the decks, right? I researched an amazing hobby breeder who was very knowledgeable about genetics and socialization. Plus I've had Honey since she was 8 weeks old. With all the benefits, it would be a terrible waste not to try to bring out her full potential.