Re: [PyrNet-L] Leashes in mouths

[Kiradaw@aol.com]

In a message dated 11/6/99 10:36:29 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
bamb@monmouth.com writes:

<< I've always been told that the leash is an extension of your arm. When
 they bite the leash they are biting you. >>
                                                                                
    Hi Barb, I agree with you that they shouldn't bite the leash, I also 
think of it as an extension of your arm. Kim used to bite my hip when 
healing, I was told to let her to keep her motivated. I did, but have never 
let another one do that. I have since learned other ways to keep them 
motivated. I am taking an attention class with Ember right now and it is 
great, I have learned that dogs will read your body language and play off of 
it. After just two classes (so far), I can't believe the attention I have on 
her. It is done through positive training methods. I do teach beginners obed 
and basic 2 at our club and biting the leash is one of the most common 
problems, mostly with Labs, I discourage it and try to get those dogs 
interested in treats over their leash. With my Border Collie all it takes is 
a no-no bad dog and he will stop that behavior. Pyrs on the other hand, I 
have to come up with a more inventive way. I try to train all my dogs with 
positive methods first. On another note Kelly is doing fine and we are going 
to take your advice about the blood test after the next treatment. Thanks for 
the advice! I hope to here from you all soon. I love the 
list...........Debbie