Digging Dog: Does anyone have an idea on how to stop this behavior?
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Though it sounds gross, bury the dogs' droppings around the landscaped areas. The dogs will not dig there. I have used this method with large and small dogs and it works like a charm--not to mention the added benefit of solving the land mine disposal problem!
1134019
My dog also uses terrain cues, mulch lets her know a tree is close by so she avoids walking on mulch. A nice path to the door of stone lets her go out by herself. She has an area her likes for pee and poo; it's easy for her to find. I keep it clean of the poo, but she can still smell it. Give your dog assistance at first, maybe with a leash or oversight and verbal cues. She will learn, but it may take a few months. Unexplained blindness is a trauma.
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In two years I've trapped 2 skunks and 5 opossums (in my backyard) and for a time experienced the same difficulty. The problem I had was that the trigger plate could get depressed without releasing the trigger hook. There is some play in the linkage rods and if you just adjust the rods back to take that out and set the hook a little lite (ready to spring at the slightest movement) it seems to work fine. I have also cleaned up the linkage a few times too. Set it and test it by pushing the trigger plate with a garden tool or a drum stick or what have you, and you'll start to get a feel for where you need to make adjustments to solve your problem. Happy hunting! In two years I've trapped 2 skunks and 5 opossums (in my backyard) and for a time experienced the same difficulty. The problem I had was that the trigger plate could get depressed without releasing the trigger hook. There is some play in the linkage rods and if you just adjust the rods back to take that out and set the hook a little lite (ready to spring at the slightest movement) it seems to work fine. I have also cleaned up the linkage a few times too. Set it and test it by pushing the trigger plate with a garden tool or a drum stick or what have you, and you'll start to get a feel for... » Read More In two years I've trapped 2 skunks and 5 opossums (in my backyard) and for a time experienced the same difficulty. The problem I had was that the trigger plate could get depressed without releasing the trigger hook. There is some play in the linkage rods and if you just adjust the rods back to take that out and set the hook a little lite (ready to spring at the slightest movement) it seems to work fine. I have also cleaned up the linkage a few times too. Set it and test it by pushing the trigger plate with a garden tool or a drum stick or what have you, and you'll start to get a feel for where you need to make adjustments to solve your problem. Happy hunting! « Show Less
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My dog stops his activity that is undesirable when we use negative. With a short burst of a positive command his ears pick up but no alarmed behavior. I actually use the positive in a short burst to call him back in from outside.
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Yes! My Chocolate Lab used to be a fluff and scratch, circle around 10 times before laying down. Now? He just walks on and "plop". . .asleep!
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I started it out at the maximum and put his treats in there until he figured it out. After he figured it out then I did not keep it always at max....just added as I needed to. I also started with a rock under it that was just tall enough he could push off then moved the rock away. But mine was also full grown when I got it.
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I think it will help discourage the behavior but prob not prevent it from happening. You'll have to zap on the highest setting (immediately when behavior is displayed) with one hand and hold the leash with the other. I say the highest setting because pitts have a notoriously high pain threshold and he/she might not feel it otherwise. eCollars are the most humane way to educate a dog quickly.
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We have 2 in our backyard and our dog roams about freely. At the low volume mode, she doesn't seem to be bothered by it at all. In fact, she regularly goes up to it and sniffs at it. In high volume mode, she will still roam up to it occasionally, but seems to prefer to relax on the opposite side of the yard. Our dog is a 70LB pit bull/labrador mix so a smaller dog might react differently.
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I caught my dog digging in it the first night, but scolded her. The good news is that there wasn't normal dirt inside so it wasn't a terrible mess and she hasn't dug in it since then. She actually used it for a #2 this morning, so it might work out after all.
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As is the case w/ most animals, the key is catching him in the act. In my situation, my dogs would never misbehave when I am around. There's no sense in using the beeper because you want your dog to self-correct. You have to watch and wait. It's best to not let him see you. When he even shows the smallest movement toward either cat, give him a correction. No sound from you. Hopefully, he'll think it came from God. If he doesn't react, increase to the next level and try it again. He will stop, I assure you. It's not necessary to be there every time. If you hear him going after them in the house, then just give him a correction while he's chasing. It will have the same effect. Be sure not to use your voice or the beeper, because he'll quickly figure out that as long as you're not around, it's ok to chase. If you do it w/out a sound, he will make the association between the cats and the shock. I have successfully used this approach on numerous behaviors around the house (chewing on rugs, garbage, harassing older dog, barking, jumping up on the door or people). I sometimes use a verbal correction, but most of the time I let the shock collar do the work. My dogs usually figure it out on their own. Remember that "most" dogs are not stupid, just sly. There is always the exception though, and there most definitely are some that are more stubborn or slower to get the message. Patience and persistence. I wouldn't recommend leaving the cats and dog together when you leave, at least not until you're sure this behavior is completely gone.
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You have to train. When the dog starts unwanted behavior, correct him verbally. If that doesn't work, use the whistle. If that doesn't work , use the vibrate. If that doesn't work, zap him. Do these in order. Eventually, he will respond to one of t he first 3 and you won't have to shock. Mine now responds to the whistle most times
807885
Sorry I can' help. I haven't gotten that far with my dog as yet. Good luck!
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First, make sure the batteries are in correctly. I have had this happen too many times. I can't believe I just admitted that. Also try feeding your furbies. Put you finger in his been and rub his tongue.
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The trail hole has elastic all around . That might be enough to stop leaking from there. You could also pin it closed. The other problem area would be around the legs depending on how tight the fit on your dog is. Our escape on the sides. I think it may have to do more with when it happens; right at bedtime or early in the am. Still better than waking up and stepping in something
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Try "Shuffle Bone" by Spot Seek a Treat. Only our hound can do this one. The other 3 dogs are baffled.
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What type of dog do you have and is the fur on his neck ollowing the pegs to touch his neck? If he just looks at you, you may try notching it up 5 settings at a time. I have my shitzu responding to the beep and have had no issues with it making contact when needing it. Also make sure its charged well and not laying on top of the dogs regular collar.hope that helps! Cindy
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let them dig if it's a small to medium dog...the material is thick but if its a big dog then it might break thru. I have 5 shih tsus and a pekiness...they all love to nest. I just put a microfiber pillow cover over it and its lasted about 2 summers before it sprung a small leak towards the seam.