isobelsmom
12-12-2005, 09:46 PM
When moving, whether to a new house or to an apartment (where there are stricter noise rules) there are some rules of thumb to follow in order to make the transition easier for both you and your furkid(s).
1: Intro them ASAP to their new home on a limited basis. Usually no more than 1/2 hr at a time and make it quality time. Try not to "move" while your dog is there. This Intro should include where they are to potty and walk so they can begin to meet people/other animals.
2: After the dog gets a "feel" for the place, show him or her around in a happy voice and if noises occur, which they will, and barking ensues, get your dog's attention and tell them "Quiet!" in a firm voice. When quiet, praise or treat (small bites) as needed.
3: After they get a "feel" and seem more comfortable. the little bits of moving can begin...but listen for barking or whining. When you close the door, hesitate and listen. Open the door and correct with "Quiet" as needed; don't forget to praise. DO NOT coddle or cuddle a dog who is scared as this is tracked by them as praise for being afraid or uncertain or territorial. A rule of thumb in dog training is "ignore the bad and praise the good!"
4: For the full-blown move---leave your dog somewhere safe and out of the way...with a friend or grandparents. Too much comings and goings will just serve to upset your dog and invite more barking and territorial nastiness and possibly cement some unwanted behaviors.
5: Potty time and walks...always have snackies to give to strangers to give to your dog (and save some for you)....save something special just for this....like their very favorite, can't say no, treat!!! Makes a bigger impact!
6: Remember...what you feel emotionally is trasmitted through that lead to your dog. If you think there's going to be a problem....there will be.
7: Now, in case the Quiet and other commands and things fail, there is still hope. Two hopes, actually!
1: Comfort Zone spray for small areas like crates and cars. This company makes a room atomizer for 1 whole room. It contains D.A.P.== Dog Appeasing Pheremones. Trust me, it works to settle them. I've used it on my new kid!
2: Citronella spray collar for when you cannot be home. It just blasts a small burst of the cintronella so that their honkers pick it up and is "voice/bark activated." About 90% response to this product.
8: Start a new, non-deviating routine ASPA for both your sakes and try not to coddle or make a big deal of coming or going. Make it a fact of life and make sure to keep a radio or tv on to help drown out noices...or get another dachsie! :boogie:
Any questions...feel free to ask any time.
1: Intro them ASAP to their new home on a limited basis. Usually no more than 1/2 hr at a time and make it quality time. Try not to "move" while your dog is there. This Intro should include where they are to potty and walk so they can begin to meet people/other animals.
2: After the dog gets a "feel" for the place, show him or her around in a happy voice and if noises occur, which they will, and barking ensues, get your dog's attention and tell them "Quiet!" in a firm voice. When quiet, praise or treat (small bites) as needed.
3: After they get a "feel" and seem more comfortable. the little bits of moving can begin...but listen for barking or whining. When you close the door, hesitate and listen. Open the door and correct with "Quiet" as needed; don't forget to praise. DO NOT coddle or cuddle a dog who is scared as this is tracked by them as praise for being afraid or uncertain or territorial. A rule of thumb in dog training is "ignore the bad and praise the good!"
4: For the full-blown move---leave your dog somewhere safe and out of the way...with a friend or grandparents. Too much comings and goings will just serve to upset your dog and invite more barking and territorial nastiness and possibly cement some unwanted behaviors.
5: Potty time and walks...always have snackies to give to strangers to give to your dog (and save some for you)....save something special just for this....like their very favorite, can't say no, treat!!! Makes a bigger impact!
6: Remember...what you feel emotionally is trasmitted through that lead to your dog. If you think there's going to be a problem....there will be.
7: Now, in case the Quiet and other commands and things fail, there is still hope. Two hopes, actually!
1: Comfort Zone spray for small areas like crates and cars. This company makes a room atomizer for 1 whole room. It contains D.A.P.== Dog Appeasing Pheremones. Trust me, it works to settle them. I've used it on my new kid!
2: Citronella spray collar for when you cannot be home. It just blasts a small burst of the cintronella so that their honkers pick it up and is "voice/bark activated." About 90% response to this product.
8: Start a new, non-deviating routine ASPA for both your sakes and try not to coddle or make a big deal of coming or going. Make it a fact of life and make sure to keep a radio or tv on to help drown out noices...or get another dachsie! :boogie:
Any questions...feel free to ask any time.