*jax* Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 I took Elka for a walk in the park today. She was so excited every time she saw another dog and started leaping and twisting so much i thought she might slip her collar at one point! She also pulled me like a train all through the park. There were a couple of border collies that were so well behaved one even dropping when told to while running for a ball. In the end i decided to walk through and go for a quieter walk through the woods after one dog owner said his dog wouldn't play with Elka because 'she's not trained'. Elka is only five months and just a puppy full of fun and youthful enthusiasm AND a Husky. Wish some people wouldn't be so judgmental! A quiet moment in the sun yesterday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Bless her everything is so excitable at their age give her time n be patient , she'll soon calm down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #5 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 But knowing that Husky's can be more than a little exuberant, can you really blame the guy? I know it's a "Well, they have to learn, don't they?" But if someone came in with a bouncy pit bull (sorry folks, had to pick a breed) wouldn't you be a bit off put as well. (( damn, you all have got *Me* picking up more Briticisms!! )) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuk35 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 my girl is 10 months and even she gets excitable the 5 month old boy is more placid am sure its a female thing lol..lovley girl:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mia-Blue Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Aww I bet all Elka wanted to do was play I find walking Mia by dogs she doesn't know difficult as all she wants to do is stop and play, but now because of her size it puts a lot of people off and many assume her bouncy nature is her wanting a fight!! But that's their loss in my opinion, we have been working hard on 'walk on' and we now know enough dog people for her to be well socialised with dogs and people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Some people just don't understand the husky breed - I wouldn't worry about it. (( damn, you all have got *Me* picking up more Briticisms!! )) Haha - yeah. I've caught myself saying 'lead' far too many times - had to explain to a few people that 'lead' and 'leash' are the same things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 I feel very lucky that everybody on my local park has a fairly good understanding of huskies. There are a couple of dogs that I will keep Storm close, but on the whole, everybody lets there dogs play, which can get quite entertaining if more than one is on the lead and they start wrapping legs up as they run in circles. There is one big chocolate lab that is wary of mine, and even that owner is kean for them to mix, which they are now starting to do. I think that a lot of this is down to the fact that there are four regular huskies on my local park, and they are all good natured, so people here generally trust huskies more than most breeds. As I started off saying, I guess that makes me pretty lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*jax* Posted April 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Elka was well socialised by the breeders just loves to play. She does assume ALL dogs want to play with her even after they've given her a warning bark. I see all the dogs off lead and poor Elka up on her back legs eager to run and play its such a shame. Even the local off lead dog park has a waist height gate! We average a good hour walk at least once a day but i feel sad she can't run free. I'm thinking of trying a flexi lead to see if it will give her a bit more freedom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emma Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 (edited) the flexi giant extending leads are great for giving a little more room. We also have 2 100ft leads aswell but I've had to stop using it as when the dogs reach the end of it I go flying flat on my face in the mud every single time. I know it's coming but still can't get enough strength behind me to stop it. Shame, coz they were excellent for giving lots of freedom to run. Edited April 22, 2013 by emma1979 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simhauu Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Ghost's 1,5 year and he still gets excited but once knows they're male, he wants to prove he's the top dog... She'll pass that age some day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 the flexi giant extending leads are great for giving a little more room. We also have 2 100ft leads aswell but I've had to stop using it as when the dogs reach the end of it I go flying flat on my face in the mud every single time. I know it's coming but still can't get enough strength behind me to stop it. Shame, coz they were excellent for giving lots of freedom to run. When u see them getting towards the end jog abit with the lead that way u won't go flying , that's what I do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mia-Blue Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 When u see them getting towards the end jog abit with the lead that way u won't go flying , that's what I do Is that the trick?? Lol, I usually get caught out and land in a bush.....I'm sure Mia waits until I'm not looking so she can catch me off guard!! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Angel n Auroras Mum Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 I put my100fts on my belt. Then stand ready lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miahowlingprincess Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Ahhh so it's not just Mia lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stranger Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 When u see them getting towards the end jog abit with the lead that way u won't go flying , that's what I do the flexi giant extending leads are great for giving a little more room. We also have 2 100ft leads aswell but I've had to stop using it as when the dogs reach the end of it I go flying flat on my face in the mud every single time. I know it's coming but still can't get enough strength behind me to stop it. Shame, coz they were excellent for giving lots of freedom to run. I call them back before they get to the end, or shout to them "Easy" which they have figured out it means they are getting to the end which mean they are either gonna stop dead and choke or i am going to pull back.... doesnt look very nice but after a couple of times of me pulling back they started to get the idea that if they dont slow they get pulled. TBH if i had both at same time i would stand a chance...but we started this training on the shorter leads. 7/10 times it works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bec Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 I wouldn't let my dogs greet dogs that are too excited and I don't let them greet dogs ever if they are too excited. It is about safety - dogs that are over aroused are more likely to get into a fight with other dogs. A lot of dogs feel threatened by dogs that are too full on and not all dogs are receptive to dogs that are excitable and jump on them or similar. It's also about teaching my dogs to have some self control and learn they can say hello when I say so and only when they are behaving in an appropriate way. Huskies are strong willed but any dog of any breed can learn to greet appropriately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goingsolo Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 We got one of those shock absorber gadgets, felt a lot better when I used it sunday, my shoulder joint stayed in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elyse Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 I wouldn't let my dogs greet dogs that are too excited and I don't let them greet dogs ever if they are too excited. It is about safety - dogs that are over aroused are more likely to get into a fight with other dogs. A lot of dogs feel threatened by dogs that are too full on and not all dogs are receptive to dogs that are excitable and jump on them or similar. It's also about teaching my dogs to have some self control and learn they can say hello when I say so and only when they are behaving in an appropriate way. Huskies are strong willed but any dog of any breed can learn to greet appropriately. Agree - mine is a dominant boy, and I watch his interactions with other dogs carefully. I follow him around at the dog park, so if I see a fight might break out (humping, etc), I correct him, and if needed I can run over there to pull him away if he's ignoring me. Mine doesn't like bouncy dogs, so when dogs are bouncing around him (when he's clearly not interested in playing)...he will ignore them, but if they keep pestering him he'll growl/snarl at them. Usually after he snarls and postures they get the message and go bother something else. Only happened a few times though, and mostly I've noticed this with small - medium dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Elka was well socialised by the breeders just loves to play. She does assume ALL dogs want to play with her even after they've given her a warning bark. I see all the dogs off lead and poor Elka up on her back legs eager to run and play its such a shame. Even the local off lead dog park has a waist height gate! We average a good hour walk at least once a day but i feel sad she can't run free. I'm thinking of trying a flexi lead to see if it will give her a bit more freedom. If you use a flexi lead then please put her on a harness. If the lead is extended and get up a good head of steam from behind you The can damage thier neck on a normal collar as they hit the full extent of the lead. Also they can be travelling fast 30MPH + which could pull the handle out of your hand. The bouncing handle scares the dog and off they run even faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CARRINGTON Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Balto is just like this. He thinks everyone wants to pet him and that every dog wants to play with him (although he is now just wanting to play with small dogs). Balto is not allowed to greet other dogs or are not allowed to be petted by a single person unless he sits still and waits and as soon as he jumps up his leash is stepped on so down he comes and then he is moved away until he gains self-control again. It is a work in progress and takes a lot of time and patience but he is getting a lot better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleLuka Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Some people just don't understand the husky breed - I wouldn't worry about it. Haha - yeah. I've caught myself saying 'lead' far too many times - had to explain to a few people that 'lead' and 'leash' are the same things. i do that too! hahaha i say lead always now and people look confused. im like i mean leash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*jax* Posted April 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2013 I wouldn't let my dogs greet dogs that are too excited and I don't let them greet dogs ever if they are too excited. It is about safety - dogs that are over aroused are more likely to get into a fight with other dogs. A lot of dogs feel threatened by dogs that are too full on and not all dogs are receptive to dogs that are excitable and jump on them or similar. It's also about teaching my dogs to have some self control and learn they can say hello when I say so and only when they are behaving in an appropriate way. Huskies are strong willed but any dog of any breed can learn to greet appropriately. I've taken on board some of what you said and am now working on Elka sitting until a dog near by comes to greet her. This seems to be going well and i have a bag full of treats which helps as she will do anything for a treat. It seems to have calmed her in general around the park after doing this so thanks for the suggestions. I think i was just being protective of my little puppy lovely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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