Little Dogs

[Julia]

This is a plea to owners of small dogs to not allow them to rush up to big dogs, yapping belligerently either in their faces or around their heels.

It is not cute or brave as many owners of little dogs seem to imagine, as they laugh and say "Oh, Fluffy thinks he's a rottweiler". whilst making no attempt to call the dog back, even when asked.

As the owner of a German Shepherd, I'm tired of repeatedly having to interrupt our walk on the beach by having her sit and stay, obediently ignoring the ***** little dog that is so stupidly and aggressively yapping right in her face.

One such owner this morning didn't make any move to call the dog to her, laughed as she strolled the 50 metres or so to belatedly leash the dog. At this stage, she cuddled the creature and fondly said "naughty girl".
The dog naturally enough perceives the affection and the pleasant tone of voice from its owner as endorsement for its behaviour.

Next time, I'll be sorely tempted to release my dog from her stay position.

So please, people, if you have such a dog, for god's sake give it some training and don't allow it to be a nuisance to others.

 

[wayneL]

This is a plea to owners of small dogs to not allow them to rush up to big dogs, yapping belligerently either in their faces or around their heels.

It is not cute or brave as many owners of little dogs seem to imagine, as they laugh and say "Oh, Fluffy thinks he's a rottweiler". whilst making no attempt to call the dog back, even when asked.

As the owner of a German Shepherd, I'm tired of repeatedly having to interrupt our walk on the beach by having her sit and stay, obediently ignoring the ***** little dog that is so stupidly and aggressively yapping right in her face.

One such owner this morning didn't make any move to call the dog to her, laughed as she strolled the 50 metres or so to belatedly leash the dog. At this stage, she cuddled the creature and fondly said "naughty girl".
The dog naturally enough perceives the affection and the pleasant tone of voice from its owner as endorsement for its behaviour.

Next time, I'll be sorely tempted to release my dog from her stay position.

So please, people, if you have such a dog, for god's sake give it some training and don't allow it to be a nuisance to others.

Our Jack Rascal would get a kick in the @ss if he even contemplated such a thing.

a/ to preserve his life.

b/ because it would be so incredibly ignorant to allow him to do so.

Idiots, no understanding of animal behaviour, good manners, or cause and effect.

Idiots.

 

[Eager]

As the owner of a German Shepherd,

Well, who'd a thunk it?

We have German Shepherd/black Lab cross, and he hasn't got an aggro bone in his body, but he does bark at certain neighbourhood cats out at nighttime and the two golden Labs at the end of the street, for some reason.

Any small dog that comes running up to him always results in both dogs being very friendly to each other; it's as if he has a soothing effect. it is great fun though, talking to the owners of little yappers, when I suggest that their little toy dogs could kill our mutt. Then, when I see the quizzical looks on their faces, I finish off by saying it is because they would get caught in his throat!

I agree with you Julia. It doesn't really cause a problem for me, but it is all about responsible pet ownership, and many people are clearly lacking the skills required.

 

[Tink]

I dont think you can zone in on just little dogs Julia, it all boils down to Responsible Dog Ownership.

As I have stated before, I get annoyed at people that dont have their dogs on leads in areas that they should be. I have seen many come running towards my dog and though they may say they are a friendly dog, I have had a few that owners have been on mobiles, and not even watching their dog, and they werent small dogs either.

I just think have abit of common courtesy when you are out with your dog, the footpaths belong to all, humans, dogs, cats etc.

Off topic - had to laugh when my dog saw a horse a while back, thats a big dog mummy lol. He looked for a while then started barking, and I had to tell him to stop, which he did but kept looking back.
I had a giggle to myself.

 

[Julia]

I dont think you can zone in on just little dogs Julia, it all boils down to Responsible Dog Ownership.

Totally agree, Tink. I've just found a particular problem with silly owners who seem to think it's incredibly cute that their little fluffy thing will get aggressive with a big dog, especially when that big dog is calmly walking along at heel minding its own business.
I'm sure your little dog would never be permitted to do anything so foolhardy.

 

[noirua]

 

[bi-polar]

It's a bit more complex as pets are not wild animals and identify in part with the "owner" as part of their dog-pack. And pet-people sometimes resemble their pet. A small dog can overwhelm a big one and it's usually not a death fight but mixed-up territory marking. (executive stress).

 

[noirua]

 

[noirua]

 

[e_abrams]

I had a doggie for 15 years and when he passed I grieved too much to get another. If there was one thing I learned though was that a dog owner should always control their animal, regardless of their size. You never know how the other dog will react, so why take the risk?

 

[noirua]