My dog jumps during the whole walk!!

@toolfan (305)
United States
March 14, 2007 2:16am CST
It is pretty embarassing to take my Rat Terrier for a walk. Her name is Daisy Mae, and I can't seem to get her to walk for a minute. She runs forward to the end of the leash...crouches, and then jumps 2 feet off the ground...Again, again, and again. It's funny for the 1st half mile, then embarassing, then frustrating. The whole time she is yelping out like a chimp. Sounds like a circus side show coming down the street. Any ideas how I can get her to stop this???
2 responses
• Philippines
14 Mar 07
If that is the case you should be a little strict to your dog. Do scold her a little everytime that she does her thing. You can hit her a little, enough for her to feel that you don't want what she does. Be sure that you get her attention when doing this. If she behaves, give her a little treat so that she recognizes the good that she does. And oh, do practice it at home first if you have a small backyard.
@toolfan (305)
• United States
14 Mar 07
thanks for the help - I think I'll stick to the good behavior piece. Thanks again
@sunita64 (6468)
• India
14 Mar 07
Comeon why you want your pet to stop having fun. Enjoy with her. Better hire someone else to take a walk with her who is generous to enjoy.
@toolfan (305)
• United States
14 Mar 07
That seems pretty harsh. I love my dog, and definitely enjoy taking her out. I love seeing her happy. I just thought it was a funny thing that perhaps I could use your help to figure out.