Dog Jumping Up
Urgency:Need to know
Category: Behavior & Training
For: dogs
Asked by: Norman C. (carlisle) 9 months ago
This question is prompted by Zappo's question. Our dog Harley at the Shelter is a big choc Lab. Lots of energy, and never learned how to behave. I have used the knee in the chest on occasion with him--mainly to protect MYSELF. What doesn't work very well is turning around on him--he simply jumps up, grabs me with his front paws, and starts humping and won't let go! Reminds me of my time at Parchman Farm. So far, two things have sort of worked--I pretend all is normal and simply start walking, OR yank him down with the leash, although this will sometimes get him to nip/bite.
Any better suggestions?
Answers from Zootooers
Answered by: debra t. (debkthomp) 9 months ago
The previous entries are all good to try. I would stand on the leash as close to the dog as possible instead of kneeing him. I also use the EZ walk harness from Preimer to help control jumping dogs till I have had time to train "sit" as a redirect. You might also try giving him a toy to keep him busy (throwing it if he'll give or drop it for you)
Answered by: azzurrapl 9 months ago
I have a question to ask to help clarify something? When is he jumping? Is it when you first come to him? Is it when he knows he is going for a walk? Is it anytime he gets aroused? I once had a dog that jumped alot on people when they first got to my apt. (it was in college) - I dealt with him differently then i would a dog who jumps outside? BUT - the principle behind anything I did with my dogs was that I wanted them to watch me before anything else..... If they could do that - I could help them divert the energy into doing something else? My current dog gets really excited and pulls - and I have to work on that issue with him - I have patience and know it will change as we work on it day by day.
Answered by: Manfred A. (mcadnf) 9 months ago
Rosie's suggestion is good. As long as you reinforce the behaviors you want and do not inadvertantly reinforce bad behaviors you should see results within a few weeks.
Answered by: Rosie R. (RosieRed) 9 months ago
try giving him an alternate behavior like "sit". use treats he can't resist like hot dogs. when he goes to jump say "no" in a firm voice while stepping back so he doesn't jump on you then immediately make him sit for his reward. try & repeat the exercise for just 5 minutes a day till he gets it. good luck!!
