http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/-t1.htm Discuss dog training and behaviour problems in this section. Are you having problems with your dogs behaviour? Then post your problems and get help from other members. Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:44:50 GMT 10 http://illiweb.com/fa/empty.gif http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/-t1.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/getting-excited-when-peeps-visit-t14311.htm freddiesmum freddie seems to think who ever comes to visit is here to see him .....so he has to be the first to say hello ,he only wants a belly rub but he isnt a lil dog anymore and im gonna start getting bills for snagged jumpers ect soon soooo i had a word with my vet and she has said turn our backs on him whenever he tries to jump up now this is easier said than done ..most people that visit are scared of freddie so asking them to help me out with it is a nono .i think possibly i made a mistake cus ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:44:50 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/getting-excited-when-peeps-visit-t14311.htm#185084 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/getting-excited-when-peeps-visit-t14311.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/dog-jumping-at-other-dogs-t14309.htm Mattchewone
Also how can we stop him from jumping on to the sofa, at the minute we get him off tell him NO and then put him in the kitchen for a few minutes but he still does it.

Thanks
Matt]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:43:32 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/dog-jumping-at-other-dogs-t14309.htm#185068 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/dog-jumping-at-other-dogs-t14309.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/puppy-dog-training-classes-t3935.htm staffylover70
I am looking to compile a list of puppy/dog training classes for the website and would like to hear from you if you can recommend a class in your area.
If you can supply me with the address and tel number that would be great
Thanks]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 02 Dec 2008 19:19:30 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/puppy-dog-training-classes-t3935.htm#36880 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/puppy-dog-training-classes-t3935.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/advice-on-how-to-stop-dogs-pulling-t14291.htm Maistaff

Could anyone with any advice on how to stop dogs pulling whilst on lead please post them here. I can't say too much as mine have never pulled so its kinda hard for me to input.

Thank you

Julie]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:55:11 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/advice-on-how-to-stop-dogs-pulling-t14291.htm#184858 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/advice-on-how-to-stop-dogs-pulling-t14291.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/shes-so-naughty-t14222.htm lisa2008 My 1 year old staff is a nightmare to walk she just drags and drags. We had her from 6 months of age and her previous owners did warn us about this and her behaviour towards other dogs. She sees any kind of dog out on walks and she lunges barks and whines at the top of her voice, its so embarrasing. We took her to a six week basic training classes and she displayed exactly the same behaviour as described above. We have been doing our utmost to put his methods into practice but she just ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:47:03 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/shes-so-naughty-t14222.htm#183939 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/shes-so-naughty-t14222.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/bit-of-advice-t14177.htm Mattchewone We have taught patch these commands but i just need a bit of advice on a few of them, Sit, Bark, Wait, Recall (although we really need to keep on top of this as it seems to have gotten lost and he wont come to me all the time in the flat) Lay Down - this is new I would like to know how we can teach him to stay in the lay command longer, he will lie down for a short while after he has been asked and treated and then gets back up again. Also we have taught the wait command ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:53:35 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/bit-of-advice-t14177.htm#183026 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/bit-of-advice-t14177.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/police-call-t13697.htm ANGELA42 JUST TO KEEP YOU ALL INFORMED OF THE FREAK WHO STABBED BUSTER N LILLY TO DEATH,IS IN BIRMINGHAM CROWN COURT TO PUT HIS PLEA IN, GUILTY OR NOT GUILTY,ITS A CLOSED HEARING SO THE POLICE SAY WHAT A PITTY Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:41:25 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/police-call-t13697.htm#175628 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/police-call-t13697.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/hes-acting-weird-t14205.htm bullbreedlover my staff is acting really weird lately he took a poo on my mams bed and weed in my room!!this is not like him at all usually he will go outside also the other night when my mam went to take him out he started pulling away and putting his teeth on her arm biting lightly and kept doing this till i dragged him out whats going on?? Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:18:02 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/hes-acting-weird-t14205.htm#183744 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/hes-acting-weird-t14205.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/stay-t14225.htm kara You can tell i dont have much to do today,I have been on and off here most of the day.lol I have read Oxide post about staying and i am getting no where fast. He just gets straight up and follows me and then i put him back and i move a few steps and he is with me as i walk.Because kai not allowed treats (advice from vet) for 2 or 3 weeks is it worth waiting till he can, because this really is hopeless Also do you all teach the watch me command,Ever since kai cant have a treat all command training ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:32:07 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/stay-t14225.htm#183992 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/stay-t14225.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/try-this-quiz-t13762.htm Mattchewone
I found this on a hunt to find a good trainer, obedience class for Patch as he is too old for puppy classes now as our vet left it so long!

http://www.barkbusters.co.uk/dog-behaviour-quiz

Matt]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:24:25 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/try-this-quiz-t13762.htm#176612 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/try-this-quiz-t13762.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/general-staffy-info-wanted-t14069.htm kez.best hi, we have had our staffy now since 11th Nov 2009 (5 days) and am now starting to train. however i think this might be a slow process because she is already 3.5 years old. * we are looking to do training classes but can't afford them. we live in bristol, does anyone know of any free training classes around our area? * we also have issues with her jumping up in excitement to everyone. what is the best way to control this? * also she has a thing for barking and growling at our rats. ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:44:37 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/general-staffy-info-wanted-t14069.htm#181386 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/general-staffy-info-wanted-t14069.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/starting-training-with-a-view-to-starting-agility-t14201.htm pollbully missy eliot Hi, I recently got the details of a local agility class and have been tempted for ages with Daisy (our eldest). Daisy is the true description of a staffie on springs!!!! She is so loving and eager to please but she can't stay still for 2 seconds! Anyway i spoke to the lady that runs these classes and she explained that i would need a one to one class first and then she will assess which training group we will go into (scary!) and then at the end of jan start a six week training ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:05:20 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/starting-training-with-a-view-to-starting-agility-t14201.htm#183637 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/starting-training-with-a-view-to-starting-agility-t14201.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/walking-a-small-pack-t14172.htm wids
Things were going great but suddenly the two girls can't seem to walk straight !!]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:32:50 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/walking-a-small-pack-t14172.htm#182934 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/walking-a-small-pack-t14172.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/are-some-dogs-just-chewers-t14127.htm mel86
e.g. the girl we had wudnt touch anything other than her toys and chews (when she was a pup she did chew a couple of things) but Toby chews anything and everything!]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:21:34 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/are-some-dogs-just-chewers-t14127.htm#182245 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/are-some-dogs-just-chewers-t14127.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/change-in-behaviour-t13750.htm bailey09 Hiya I wondered if anybody can help me. I have been on holiday for a week and left my 11mth old staffy with my parents together with my 2 children (birthday present to myself). Before I left her she was quite content, she was quite energetic during the day but at about 7.00pm she would come and lie next to me and settle for the evening. However, since I have brought her home, she has changed personalities. She is now chewing anything and everything in her sight, she wont do as she is told ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:44:05 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/change-in-behaviour-t13750.htm#176389 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/change-in-behaviour-t13750.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/bldy-barking-is-driving-me-mad-t14049.htm staffylover70 Reuben has well and truly found his voice. He has been 'alert' for a few months but he seems to be barking more and more at the slightest noise. We get up at 5.30am and I have to put the TV on as soon as we are up, otherwise when I am upstairs he will bark at gods know what, I suspect the wind half the time as none of my neighbours are up at that time. If anyone makes a noise in the house upstairs he barks, if he hears something on TV, particularly another dog, he barks, if a car turns around ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:20:13 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/bldy-barking-is-driving-me-mad-t14049.htm#181033 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/bldy-barking-is-driving-me-mad-t14049.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/being-left-t14122.htm Lozzy HI I have a 6 month old staffy and she has been fine being left alone when we are out up untill the weekend, the last few times we went out she ripped the carpet up!! We give her treats and toys when we are out but she obviously still gets bored, any tips? Also probably out fault but she has always slept in our room but now places herself in bed between me and my gf, which is getting annoying, if we shut her out she barks and scratches for ages and we give in because of the neighbours!! ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:59:11 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/being-left-t14122.htm#182103 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/being-left-t14122.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/becoming-more-obedient-t14081.htm bullbreedlover my staff is quite obedient but id like to get him to have more manners like not jumping on people and staying calm around people that are nervous around him and to stop running up to every dog to sniff them he is a little hyper but i understand this as he is young any tips? Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:30:15 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/becoming-more-obedient-t14081.htm#181608 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/becoming-more-obedient-t14081.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/licking-his-lips-t14091.htm Sibbo37
Thanks for any help !!!!!!!!!]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:15:39 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/licking-his-lips-t14091.htm#181743 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/licking-his-lips-t14091.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/behavior-training-t13808.htm Swiss This is a summary of my experience with a well know "home dog trainer" this weekend. I arranged the assessment/training mainly because of issues with Millie; my 2 1/2 year old female. She pulls on every kind of lead; we tried Canny, Halti, Non-Pull harness etc. Walks had become an unpleasent experience for Millie & I; my wife was ready to give in. She also is DA & the issue of the moment is fireworks. I didn't want Buster going the same way so I took a punt. The ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:55:58 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/behavior-training-t13808.htm#177244 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/behavior-training-t13808.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/2-screaming-staffies-t13900.htm chillijava hi i am new here and would like some advice. we have just rehomed 2 2year old staffy bitches from a rescue centre, they are super in every way apart from when we take them out for a walk one starts screaming (as only a staffy can) when she shes another dog and also pulls like hell, this then starts the other one off. can anyone give me a training regeme to follow as we really want to sort this, so that instead of dreding taking them for their walks we can enjoy them thanks andrea Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:55:11 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/2-screaming-staffies-t13900.htm#178676 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/2-screaming-staffies-t13900.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/another-happy-day-t13945.htm wids
I was shocked apart from a couple of days not eating so quick last week - ( teething) she loves her food and is a bit greedy. Changed the food into her own bowl and she dived in and hoovered the lot...I think we are getting there at last!!]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:30:42 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/another-happy-day-t13945.htm#179301 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/another-happy-day-t13945.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/should-i-be-concerned-t13893.htm Sookie Morning All. I have noticed pretty much since Sookie was a pup she can be a little snappy with other dogs if they get in her face, on the lead or off the lead. She did it this morning with a collie x who was getting in her face yapping at her. She lunged at him but once had snapped and warned him off she ignored him. I have also had a similar problem with a greyhound that runs right up to her, runs off then comes back right up to her again and repeats the process till Sookie ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:59:48 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/should-i-be-concerned-t13893.htm#178556 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/should-i-be-concerned-t13893.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/training-to-stand-t12523.htm Branderstaffs I need him to learn this so I can get some good poses for the camera!

Cheers,Kev.]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:28:29 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/training-to-stand-t12523.htm#157009 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/training-to-stand-t12523.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/help-t13903.htm Priya11 Well we got our pets at home delivery today and a zogoflex huck and slev's been playing with all of his stuff fine. However, just now, i was playing with the chuck it and accidentally hit slev with the ball as i was throwing it. Now, whenever im holding it or even if i throw a ball with my hands, he ducks and runs out of the room looking terrified!! How do i show him that it's nothing to be afraid of?! he wont even go near his normal tennis balls or anything now Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:01:07 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/help-t13903.htm#178716 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/help-t13903.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/help-teenage-stage-t6293.htm harveybell
Debbie & Mat]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 05 Mar 2009 11:39:04 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/help-teenage-stage-t6293.htm#68096 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/help-teenage-stage-t6293.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/much-better-this-week-t13885.htm Laura Well after last weeks, less than successful, training class with Jack, I wasn't exactly looking forward to tonight. I got myself prepared - Jack didn't have any breakfast this morning (making sure he was REALLY hungry), I baked fresh treats and cut them up just before we headed off, oh and he had a LONG walk when this afternoon in an attempt to tire him out..... It seemed to do the trick!!! I don't know if it was any one thing in particular or the combination that made things better this week, ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:37:01 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/much-better-this-week-t13885.htm#178434 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/much-better-this-week-t13885.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/clicker-training-help-t13869.htm Mattchewone
Been trying to charge up the clicker but as soon as patch sees or has his first treat he wont do anything else but try to get the treats or just stare at them he wont take much notice of anything else.

What can i do? When should i be training, after walking and meal? Before walking and meal? After walking but before meal?

How do i know that the clicker is "charged"?

Thanks
Matt]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:30:25 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/clicker-training-help-t13869.htm#178185 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/clicker-training-help-t13869.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/finding-training-hard-t13861.htm mel86 So far all Toby will do is 'sit' basically. i'v been trying to teach him 'down' and 'stay' but hes seems to get over excited about the treats instead of listening to what i'm asking him to do. to the point hes just jumping up at me to get the treat. Also i'v been doing the moving the treat down to the floor to get him to naturally drop 9into a down) but he sort of gets up and just crouches any ideas where i'm going wrong or wot i can do to improve? Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:41:14 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/finding-training-hard-t13861.htm#177976 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/finding-training-hard-t13861.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/rescuedog-problems-t13807.htm abbscross Hi, Would appreciate your help please. We have just taken a 5 year old cross bull terrier into our home from a rescue centre,and he is lovely in every way apart from when he is being taken out for a walk. Every time we see a dog,he just goes absolutely mad.He barks loudly and it takes all of my considerable strength to control him on his harness and lead. He looks really aggressive when he does this,but his tail is wagging all the time. Secondly,when any body passes us in the street he barks ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:31:41 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/rescuedog-problems-t13807.htm#177222 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/rescuedog-problems-t13807.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/peeing-in-crate-please-help-t13651.htm lil_meke Hi, im really needing some help with my six month old, girl staffy dana. she pees in her crate nearly everynight, to the point were i had to take her blankets away. since i took her blankets she stopped peeing in her crate, just like that... but if i put them back she pees! i dont give her water late at night and i give her a toilet break before bed and at 5am in the morning. i dont understand why she still pees. sometimes she still pees even in the bare crate and i wake up to a pee soaked upset ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:05:54 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/peeing-in-crate-please-help-t13651.htm#174881 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/peeing-in-crate-please-help-t13651.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/disgusting-t13743.htm kellyx Hiya, just wondering if any1 elses dog eats their poo? lol as distusting as it sounds my Kia always does it!
as soon as she does one shes eating it! im not sure why but whatever i do she still does it, does any1 no why? ]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:20:37 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/disgusting-t13743.htm#176319 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/disgusting-t13743.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/harness-question-2-t13549.htm Vix Again, no offense intended.... Do any of you put the leather studded harness/collars on your dogs? What are the general views on such attire? Personally, and apologies to those of you who use them...but i think they give off TOTALLY the wrong impression, they make them look macho and almost intimidating! Have seen rotts in them too and think they look bloody awful! With the way thing are with BSL and what not (both staff's and rotts) for those of you (in england) who DO use them, do you ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:14:20 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/harness-question-2-t13549.htm#173015 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/harness-question-2-t13549.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/i-d-like-your-opinions-please-t13352.htm janandruby Let me say first there is a woman at training whose training methods for her dog are not to my liking. So, we are doing group recall, tell our dogs to sit and stay and then walk into the middle of the room facing our dogs. I am stood next to this woman but with my back to her dog. I am facing up the hall and she is facing down, if you get my gist. I am looking at Ruby telling her to stay when suddenly there is the most terrible noise as if someone is killing a dog. Ruby gets up from her sit ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:17:24 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/i-d-like-your-opinions-please-t13352.htm#170222 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/i-d-like-your-opinions-please-t13352.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/nightmare-at-training-last-night-t13641.htm Laura Jack started his new regular training class last week and all seemed to be going quite well in the first class, but last night was a disaster!!!! He paid no attention to me what so ever - even sticking fresh chicken right under his nose didn't make a blind bit of difference (Jack is normally really food driven and hadn't eaten since his breakfast) - he was totally fixated on Hurley - a black lab in the class who's a similar age to him, they went through puppy and teen classes together so he ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:41:17 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/nightmare-at-training-last-night-t13641.htm#174797 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/nightmare-at-training-last-night-t13641.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/poo-why-t13652.htm ANGELA42 ]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:32:59 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/poo-why-t13652.htm#174899 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/poo-why-t13652.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/staffy-bitch-with-unusual-habit-for-rubbing-t13262.htm Jonathan_A_Robinson Ok, I have a (roughly) 4 year old Staffy bitch, which I have had for around 7 months. As far as I remember from the previous owners she has been through Obedience School for a previous problem. I just wish I could remember what the problem was etc but whatever it was, apart from the odd fight when she came into season along with two other Lab-Staff crosses we had, she's not exhibited any problems. Until now. She seems to have developed a strange habit of "rubbing" her private parts ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:22:23 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/staffy-bitch-with-unusual-habit-for-rubbing-t13262.htm#168532 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/staffy-bitch-with-unusual-habit-for-rubbing-t13262.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/2-male-staffies-t3021.htm Charliep69uk Hi I'm new to the site but need some advise. I currently have a male staff who is almost 2 years old and I have recently seen another male staff at a rescue home. I instantly feel for the second dog and would like to give him a home. The staff there said that the staffy was extremely soft and that he would mix with any dogs. This filled me with confidence. I decided to take my staff to see the one in the home to see if they got on ok. When they were together initially my staff tried ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 22 Sep 2008 13:24:31 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/2-male-staffies-t3021.htm#28225 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/2-male-staffies-t3021.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/so-am-i-lucky-or-is-he-just-playing-me--t13582.htm mummy81 hi quick question buddy is coming up to 17 weeks old we got him seven weeks ago and have taught him the usual sit stay down bed come no etc etc but this week we took him to a local wood where we know there are not that many dogs around we had busta with us our jrt and know whereever he is buddy is to so i let him off at the ready to run after him busta ran off exploring but buddy kept stopping to check i was still behind him i called buddy come and he came straight back and continued doing everytime ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:24:21 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/so-am-i-lucky-or-is-he-just-playing-me--t13582.htm#173559 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/so-am-i-lucky-or-is-he-just-playing-me--t13582.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/harnesses-t13546.htm Vix Firstly this post is not intended to offend or dig at anyone... Why do so many Staffy owners choose a harness rather than a collar? As far as I can see a harness enables the dogs weight to be evenly distributed, therefore making it much easier for them to pull, Huskies and tracking dogs wear them so that it doesn't inhibit their movements and allows them to use their WHOLE body. Mine wear them for flyball as they get VERY excited (even Honey) and it allows for them to go nuts whilst preventing ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:33:24 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/harnesses-t13546.htm#172959 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/harnesses-t13546.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/recall-issues-t11776.htm staffylover70 Is recall something that gets better as the dog gets older? Reuben is the youngest dog I have owned and the only one where I am strugging with recall. I can take him out and let him off on the fields which I do regularly but have to be on guard for any other dog coming into the field. He is not bothered by people in the slightest and has no interest if someone walks by. When he is off lead he will come back as soon as I tell him, however should another dog come onto the field I know for ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:34:14 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/recall-issues-t11776.htm#145704 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/recall-issues-t11776.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/pack-leadership-t13305.htm Mattchewone How do you assert your pack leadership status? Do you always walk through doors, stairs etc first before your dog? When on walks do you make your dog heel to your side and not do anything but walk? I was reading this article - http://dogbreedinfo.com/topdogrules.htm (please remove if you feel this should not be linked) I am know not sure what i should be doing as i am not all that fussed about walking through door ways first or eating first, should i be? It also says not to lay or ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:45:26 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/pack-leadership-t13305.htm#169366 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/pack-leadership-t13305.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/gentle-leader-t13433.htm staffylover70
I am still using both as he still tries to rub the leader off at every bush he finds so for now it is extra security should he get it off, however once he is used to the leader should I continue with both?]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:50:01 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/gentle-leader-t13433.htm#171448 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/gentle-leader-t13433.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/stopping-my-staff-removing-the-plaster-from-the-walls-t12563.htm devilskate
i have tried the stop scratch spray and she likes the taste of it, crazy dog!

any ideas would be greatfull]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:21:25 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/stopping-my-staff-removing-the-plaster-from-the-walls-t12563.htm#157589 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/stopping-my-staff-removing-the-plaster-from-the-walls-t12563.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/well-its-dog-t13001.htm allie Training tonight, but it is p*****g down with rain, its misty and horrid out there, I have the stove going and its sooooo nice and warm in here, but I met a lady in town a few weeks a go with a gorgeous staffie puppy thats she was having problems with and I told her to come to class and she is going to be there tonight and i dont want to go but I should shouldnt I ?????????? Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:05:22 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/well-its-dog-t13001.htm#164375 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/well-its-dog-t13001.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/question-for-you-t12808.htm Mattchewone
Why is it patch wont sit still and let me just stroke him without him trying to nip me. Unless he is tired then i can sit all night stroking him lol. Will he calm down with the nipping as he gets older? Am i wanting too much too soon? lol

Matt]]> Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:02:34 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/question-for-you-t12808.htm#161307 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/question-for-you-t12808.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/cant-stop-cheeko-from-wanting-to-bite-other-dogs-help-t12888.htm Cheeko Hi I have a 15 month old male SBT "Cheeko" I have tried to be as social with him as possible, tried puppy school and parks. He is the best dog around people and young children but as soon as he sees another dog its all on! i try to make him sit and wait! this is very embarassing! He doesnt even wait to have a sniff he just trys to bit the snout of the poor oncoming dog! Cheeko was raised with another SBT that was already 2 years old and they got along fine! I dont ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:31:22 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/cant-stop-cheeko-from-wanting-to-bite-other-dogs-help-t12888.htm#162499 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/cant-stop-cheeko-from-wanting-to-bite-other-dogs-help-t12888.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/basic-training-t12171.htm watts1974 Dogs learn using operant conditioning or consequence learning, this means that they learn what they do has a consequence, it is your job to make sure the consequence is a positive reward for good behaviour. There is no need to be a bully or a dictator to have a well behaved dog. Find an area with no distractions to train, and keep the sessions short at first. Decide if you will reward with treats, which should be small enough to eat immediately, and the appropriate calorific value removed ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:45:02 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/basic-training-t12171.htm#152079 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/basic-training-t12171.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/smelly-solution-to-digging-holes-t12785.htm wids This isn't the nicest way to resolve a problem but we have two pupsters who seem keen to meet the Staffies in Australia they constantly dig holes that they can disappear into. It has been getting really bad and then hubby remembered something he did years ago to stop our others doing this... he collected a couple of their own healthy fresh poos from the garden and placed them ever so nicely in the holes they had dug and then buried them. Next time out they went scuttling back like little ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:10:52 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/smelly-solution-to-digging-holes-t12785.htm#161000 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/smelly-solution-to-digging-holes-t12785.htm http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/aggressive-after-spay-help-t12678.htm Julie.x I took Lulu to the vets today (5 days after her spay) and she was her usual over-friendly self with the people in the waiting room. When we came out from seeing the vet there was a lady sitting down and she turned really aggressive towards her, barking and growling like I have never ever heard her do before. She was pulling me so hard and luckily the woman was called into the vet and she then calmed down. I was so embarrassed, she looked like a stereotypical staff who should have a muzzle! ... Staffordshire Bull Terriers Training and Behaviour Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:09:03 GMT http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/aggressive-after-spay-help-t12678.htm#159389 http://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/staffordshire-bull-terriers-training-and-behaviour-f19/aggressive-after-spay-help-t12678.htm