My family adopted a Golden retriever mix about 3 weeks ago. She is about 4 years old. She is very smart and quick to learn except for jumping. She doesn't jump on people. We have a 6' block wall fencing and she jumps up and looks over to see the dog next door. My neighbor has expressed her concerns and frankly I cannot blame her. I can reassure her that my dog will not harm her little dogs, but if I were in her position I would feel the same way--she doesn't know my dog. How can I get my dog to listen? She frantically runs back and forth and jumps and jumps and jumps. She doesn't even get her "business" done before I have to bring her inside. It only happens when another dog is outside next door--and that usually happens to be when my dog needs to go out. When we got her she was very under weight and skinny. When she starts gaining weight and muscle, there is no doubt that she will go right over the wall.

Wow! That's quite a challenge you have there. And since so far no one else has offered any help, I will try.

My first idea is that you have to actually catch her leaping up to look over the fence. As soon as you see this behavior, march over and claim the entire fence for your own. Spread your arms out, moving back and forth as she does, so she can't get to any part of it. And during all of this, firmly say, "NO! No jumping!" Sort of create an invisible, territorial boundary that is yours alone, and she is not welcome to share it.

The next idea is to channel this unique talent she has into something positive that will make good use of all of that abundant energy she has: Agility. True, agility training would actually teach her to jump fences, but only on command (at least, that's what I'm hoping-- I have to be honest, in that I don't really know for an absolute fact). I'm optimistic that the high energy demands of the sport, as well as the intense bonding with you, will satisfy her enough that she will no longer need to jump the fence at home.

Good luck with that-- I hope you figure something out soon! : )

You can get an anti-jumping harness that will stop this behavior, and won't hurt her a bit. But I wouldn't just put one on her and consider the problem solved. I'd use it as a training aid; when you see her running for the fence, tell her NO JUMP, and let the harness reinforce it. Then praise her for not jumping.

It doesn't sound quite logical, I know. But it usually works.

Probably wouldn't hurt to introduce her to the dogs next door either. Maybe a play date now and then.

I have a suggestion. You have to make him associate something bad with his jumping. For instance, when he jumps, make a loud noise that would startle him and say in a loud voice, "NO JUMP." The loud noise can be made by hitting a wooden spoon on a metal garbage can cover or hitting to metal pot covers together. Do you get my drift. If he hears a loud noise that bothers his ears everytime he jumps, he will affiliate his jumping with that loud noise. He will then figure it is not worth it to jump because he's going to hear that noise that bothers his hears. Remember to be consist and to do this every single time he goes out and jumps. If you are not consistent with creating a loud noise, he won't make the connection. Also, remember to say "NO JUMP" in a loud tone.

Eventually, you will only have to say "NO JUMP" if he continues.

Hope this helps!!!

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[reeskujo]

Originally Posted by Nansetty

I have a suggestion. You have to make him associate something bad with his jumping. For instance, when he jumps, make a loud noise that would startle him and say in a loud voice, "NO JUMP." The loud noise can be made by hitting a wooden spoon on a metal garbage can cover or hitting to metal pot covers together. Do you get my drift. If he hears a loud noise that bothers his ears everytime he jumps, he will affiliate his jumping with that loud noise. He will then figure it is not worth it to jump because he's going to hear that noise that bothers his hears. Remember to be consist and to do this every single time he goes out and jumps. If you are not consistent with creating a loud noise, he won't make the connection. Also, remember to say "NO JUMP" in a loud tone.

Eventually, you will only have to say "NO JUMP" if he continues.

Hope this helps!!!

SitStayFetch: Effective Dog Training

When I had this problem with my Husky Nina I would squirt her with the hose each time she did it while yelling OFF!....It took awhile but she got the hint!

If your doggy loves attention you can try turning away from him and absolutely ignoring him for about a minute. If he calms down and sits nicely you can fuss over him. He'll figure out that sitting is a good way to get your attention but barking in your face isn't.

[lil mutt]

Originally Posted by vetgroomer

You can get an anti-jumping harness that will stop this behavior, and won't hurt her a bit. But I wouldn't just put one on her and consider the problem solved. I'd use it as a training aid; when you see her running for the fence, tell her NO JUMP, and let the harness reinforce it. Then praise her for not jumping.

It doesn't sound quite logical, I know. But it usually works.

i didnt know that there's an anti - jumping harness that i can use...where can i find one?

Originally Posted by lil mutt

i didnt know that there's an anti - jumping harness that i can use...where can i find one?

They might have one at one of the major pet supply chains, like Petco. If they don't have one in stock they could probably order one for you. If that doesn't work, check out Ryan's Pet Supplies Our warehouse online wholesale prices professional products shop or request a catalog. I know they carry them.

well you better put your dog in a safer place..

Firstly, you can try n increase the height of the fencing by any kind of mesh or something as you train the dog. Have you started training her? If yes, be firm and discourage her from jumping when she reaches the fence. Show disapproval and a firm "No". If she obeys the order, show approval so she knows what it is you want and what she must not do. Also, if she likes being out when the other dogs are, while discouraging the jumping, why not try taking her for walks when the neighbors take theirs? I don't know if it'll help. Just a suggestion.

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