Anxious of other dogs

[My Dog Cash]

I have a one year old Corgi, he's a wonderful dog, very smart, active, and obedient for the most part. He shows signs of dominance at times, though he is neutered. The only problem I have is around other dogs, usually unfamiliar dogs. He shows signs of discomfort around other dogs, even at a distance, barking or growling. I got him when he was seven months old, he was not well socialized, and was not taken for walks. I did my best to begin to socialize him, plenty of walks, visits to the dog park, and finding him buddies, but he is not comfortable in most situations. When I have him on leash and he sees another dog he'll pull, growl, and snap (if close enough). Off leash he will charge, get in the face of the other dog, and bark. I try to calm him down and allow him to meet other dogs, he will respond well at times, but he always appears to be stressed (hair up, not allowing them to sniff him). I try to use plenty of positive reinforcement when he is calm around other dogs, but he always seems surprised and threatened to see another dog around.

Any suggestions are welcomed.

[LetsPlay]

Hi there,

it is a lot of effort to socialize a dog who missed out on proer socialization when little, but it is possible. It just takes a bit longer that's all.

Make sure that you don't tense up when you see another dog. Your dog will be able to tell that you are anxious and react accordingly.

Try to make him sit or stay (a command that is easy for him to do and he knows well) and then praise him like crazy for doing it. That way you stay in charge of the situation and you can actually praise him for doing something right.

You might also want to read the Alpha Dog section. You will need to be the pack leader, so that your odg look s towards you for cues on how to act in different situations. The stronger leader you are the less stressed your dog has to be.

Let us know how you get on.

John