If your Aussie is biting then you need to correct it NOW. I didnt know this dogs back round and I know about alpha dogs, I have had dogs all of my life. Remind yourslef emotions are watched by the dog. Her first reaction to his story was Prozac. I was 18 when i got my australian shepherd i am now 26 and it has had its rough moments. Need help ASAP!! I have to remind her to leave her feet alone. At about 6 months, he began charging at the gate when my kids went up the stairs. I can understand how it might be a bit scary and frustrating. Which one we have not started any of these yet. I plan on reaching back out to the behaviorist for more training. We live in a downtown loft with tons of noise around us! they loved him now they cant even come near him. (Rescue dog, one year old, who knows what shes endured, also it seems to me that in her mutt lineage she definitely has some border collie.) Nikko is a reactive girl. Also it takes him extra long to bathroom, turning easily for 3-5 minutes, lowers his head and waves it side to side like a trapped tiger. I also realized im the only one that he really wants to be with, he never takes to others, vacations are tough, and im sure if i had a baby, jealousy would kick in. best to you. (yea, i myself am on zoloft). My dog tried that when my husband would sit next to me on the sofa or would hug me. We went the training route, sought the help of a behaviorist at Ohio State, and finally resorted to putting her on 10mg of Prozac daily. but now she's starting to be really aggressive to my other small ones; she won't let them eat, we have two food bowls and she won't let them get near either of them, she won't let them outside with her, when they try to go out she nips at their face, and tonight i've noticed she's started to put her face in my oldest dog's (10 yr old weenie dog) face and snarling at him. While in the yard he now mostly just stands and stares and the panic attacks have ended -but i dont know if that is Prozac or he just cant physically sustain that level of fear. I have owned three Australian Shepherds. It was a hard decision to make but I let my family know that I didnt blame them for saying they wouldnt come around anymore but I felt I needed to do right by my dog. Im nervous this will become a habit and he will become an aggressive dog.. he is very lovable and sweet any other time. It lets them know where they stand. He cries and shakes to go thru the doorway. I am dealing with the exact same thing with a 6 month old puppy I adopted about a month ago. Mine is on his 5th day. Millan has a website you might want to look at that is very helpful. There are numerous side effects to this medication. You have to be aware of all the subtleties. She has been in puppy class and obedience school. What do I do. She was extremely protective, I was her human. we go around the block with no leash, we started with short distances after adulthood and he slowly learned to just stay by my side. Shes been on intermittent Trazadone when there is thunder, fireworks, but she needs more help. I delayed having her spayed so the problem was of longer duration. Research, commence. We have been bitten multiple times and he bit our dog walker on the butt, all bites breaking skin. The muzzle is the only thing that works and keeping him away from other dogs. Maisy now competes in various dog events and attends seminars. Not sure what to do but want anyone reading this to be aware. So I am rehoming Abby as soon as I can find someone that I would like to see her with. If not we will have to get rid of him. Ill be interested in hearing how it goes for you and your dog, Melissa. The other times the kids were standing quietly in our house. Smart dogs need consistent work. I really fell in love with her, so smart so loving!! My dog started a dose of 10 mg of Prozac on Friday. The breed's ancestors came to the U.S. from Europe by way of Australia, hence its name. Too often I hear tragic reports of Aussies whose owners have unknowingly given medications thinking they were helping their dogs deal with things like fleas, ticks, or heart worms . these dogs belong on a farm. Fluoxetine can be used to treat several conditions in dogs. That was it. He can play fetch, but suddenly will turn toy aggressive at times (not always). When the dog makes a nose touch contact with the person, click and give praise and treat. I have a lot of grandchildren and she simply can no longer be around them because she is bigger and so strong and so excited to see them and jumps and nips. We got our female Aussie 2 weeks before our male. I don't know what to do. This can lead to anaphylaxis, which can be deadly. The crate should not be a punishment but a place for him to get himself back under control and lay down. our first Australian Shepherd we had was amazing and we had her for almost 15 years until she passed and we never had issues so I'm at a loss with this one and it breaks my heart because this is the only breed that I want to own. Her dog Maisy, a cross between a dog and a Muppet, showed remarkably similar symptoms to Cubas. Additionally, overdose of the medication can cause seizures, and abruptly stopping the drug regimen can lead to withdrawal symptoms. Did it help with anxiety or aggression? Did your dog get better? Pet Parents can also leverage Chewys telehealth service, Connect with a Vet to connect online with licensed veterinarians to answers all pet-related questions and concerns! I am no expert on these dogs, but please don't put the dog down! That being said, the behavior is interfering with your good times together, so that needs to change. Made a huge positive impact! Were starting with a very low dose, knowing that we can increase if necessary or change strategies. Dog/people! Any suggestions? Let's further examine each main color category and their beautiful variations. Ive learned that some dogs when they are spayed too young and up with a noise sensitivity that makes it so that the noises they hear literally caused them physical pain. We were hoping Prozac would take more of the edge off. She is 6 years old as of 4/16. The vet prescribed Prozac (along with anti-anxiety meds BuSpirone and Prophanalol). Seems like we are all (or most of us) in the same boat! Hi, I've read a lot of the comments that other Aussie parents have wrote, some of them very good, I had a blue healer for 16 years, got her as a pup and she was my best friend. And for understandable reasons are becoming increasingly aggressive with other dogs.We have tried everything because the pent up aggravation will at times turn them on each other and after trying everything else have started them on Prozac. One without the other is a lot like chili with no cornbread it misses the point. Different health organizations proposed different algorithms for the screening, diagnosis, and management of GDM. Contrary to the name, Australian shepherdsaffectionately called Aussieswere bred as herding and working dogs on the American Frontier. She broke her leg last night in an act of terror after taking her outside, she sees its nighttime and she knows thats when the really bad sounds happen. We slowly weaned our dog off the Prozac and he was loving and sweet for the rest of his life. I am a vet tech so I followed textbook rules on. I would advise visiting Cesar Millan's website. I look forward to following your post. The Aussie's popularity boomed with Western culture and horse-riding after WWII and was often featured in rodeos, horse shows, movies, and TV.. Hes the biggest baby at home so long as nobody else is in the house. Have you found relief? On the other hand, they're not all about work. IE: walk away,look at me,go to her safe spot'(kennel). Our vet recently prescribed 20 mg of fluoxetine (prozac), she took it for 4 weeks. Shes now 8, looking back its been a slow progression to this point. They help build a dog's confidence. Aussies are very sensitive dogs and I don't believe in nagging a dog. I hate it because we cant leave overnight because we have nobody that can even watch him! We rescued our Aussie at just over 3 yrs old. As a person who has received treatment for mental illness, I know this is not true. It is a vicious dog! Good luck. Wow! I got her at 7 weeks, socialized her trained her, she is very leash reactive towards other dogs. But when he is locked in I feel like im trying to get the attention of a 45 pound 2 yr old who is throwing a very dangerous tantrum. How long did it take before you noticed the difference. Dont give up!! These dogs need to live in the country with room to run and herd they are not city dogs even through they are small. Believe me, I know how hard it is. As I understand it..Nikko reacts so quickly and aggressively,it is hard for her to listen or think of anything else. These Puppies nip all the time. Scares me til she can refocus. Your email address will not be published. I enrolled him in. He just started this aggressive behavior with other dogs. Using lavender essential oil with your Australian Shepard should help calm him. We are thinking about adopting a border collie soon, and I am very nervous about how my Aussies will handle it. She is the best and she is crazy! Now he has started the constant barking. I am sure the female thinks she is protecting the family against an intruder. She doesn't care that the neighbor is out, she doesn't care about people walking by. We have fixed him, brought him to trainers recommended by the vet, and give him hours and hours of exercise and to no avail he still bites. everyone in the neighborhood is scared of him. He wasn't able to complete that 8 week class because he wanted to bark in class the entire time while all the other puppies were quietly behaving. The trainers did suggest electric collar but we've never resorted to that. Keep going Aussies Rule!!!!!! When she starts to care, BALL TIME. Are you nervous and uptight? Keep focus on your time with him look them in the eyes tell them you love them be calm. My vet said it could take a few weeks to see an improvement. It usually starts with a smaller more feisty dog showing signs of being top dog and then she turns on smaller timid dogs and attacks them. My 14 lb. This anxiety often manifests itself in undesirable behaviors, such as. Australian Shepherds come in these four accepted coat colors: Black Blue Merle Red Red Merle You might have noticed the title stating there are 14 different Aussie colors. After a while of doing that, teach him/her a Go Greet command. Crystal said that the meds helped make Maisy more responsive to learning. She recommended a DVM that specializes in behavioral medicine. He has had all his shots, vet checks & neutered on time per his vets recommendation. I have had hercat 3 different trainers & she is still reactive towards other dogs. The first thing you need to do is rule out a physical problem. He just turned one and I have to say is getting better. I have 2 little Aussie shepherds as well, ages 2 and 4. Finally, the dose was doubled and NoraLee is much better. We have them separated right now. Now he is a different dog. Good luck. I tried. her and one of my other small dogs got in a fight last fall and she killed the small dog. My house was secure with him home. talk to your vet about trazadone, we use it with our 1 year old when she needs to get groomed or be around kids. My Aussie pup was exactly the same. PLEASE contact the breeder you got her from. Fluoxetine doesnt always mix well with other drugs and can cause life-threatening side effects. We have come up with games that challenge her and help her get out her herding instincts. For that, we recommend anti-anxiety tricks and gear such as: Rescue remedy ThunderShirt Crate training Sentry calming collar How to Help a Nervous Dog Overcome His Fears, Q&A with Lessons in Chemistry Author Bonnie Garmus About My Current Favorite Fictional Dog, Six-Thirty, The Daring and Devoted Doberman Pinscher: Breed information, history and fun facts, Beagle Dog Breed Information: Temperament, Training and Pictures, 2016 Reader Survey Sweepstakes Official Rules, Dogster Magazine Subscription Maintenance, Editors Choice Awards 2022 Dogster Approved. Those are getting less, so room for hope. Our Australian Shepherd started "nipping" around a couple months of age, and then uncontrollably digging into the ground, in a way that I dont think he could hear me. She is the most affectionate dog I have ever had. He's pretty good for the most part. It seems like a nervous breakdown but I am not finding much of that on the internet! If you see signs of a severe allergic reaction, then you must get your dog to an emergency vet right away. The mixture of cellular and vasogenic edema makes treating this condition complicated, and to date, there is no pathogenically oriented drug treatment for edema, which leaves parenteral administration of a hypertonic solution as the only non-surgical alternative. The drug has several uses for treating conditions in dogs such as behavioral problems, separation anxiety, fear, and aggression.. It was epic violence from this little dog. It was explained to me on a few occasions that the dog eats last. Your email address will not be published. A Confession: Im a Dog Trainer Who Put Her Dog on Prozac. monitoring_string = "c1299fe10ba49eb54f197dd4f735fcdc", given in a dosage of 0.5 to 0.9 mg per pound. She has been on the 30 mg for 3 weeks now and it seems like she is slightly more aggressive, quick to react etc than before. She has turned psycho at outsiders of the immediate family and sometimes gets mean to the older kids that are not home much. Some side effects that can occur are more serious. There are some side effects that can be harmful to dogs, and the drug can react badly with other medication. This shepherd-type dog is extremely intelligent, loyal, and hard-working. He is about 7 1/2 months old now and he is a great little animal. Training and medication must go hand-in-hand. We have the same problem with my dog but recently we got this canned air called. My Aussie originally was "nervous" meeting anyone outside of our home. Is your dog afraid of male people or female people? It appears to be happening more often. I had her spayed and then when she was healed, I had her meet our 7 yr old female, spayed Rottweiler mix, Holy cow if we hadn't had them on long leashes she would have tried to kill our totally non-aggressive Rott. Medications are overprescribed Take Sammy, an 18-month-old purebred Lab who was crated for nine hours a day when her busy owners were at work. Were running it here with her permission. If you see the followingsymptoms, then you should contact your vet right away: As with all medications, an allergic reaction is rare but possible. I, Kate! This medication is meant to be prescribed alongside behavior modification training. The energy will transfer through the leash and if they start to feel tesion right away as a person approches then they are going to assosiate that with needing to be on gaurd. I got him neutered. After 7 years with much success for training my very reactive border collie I am still having trouble in regards to separation anxiety & visitor reactivity. Size. So I know what your going through, I hope yours gets better. Anytime a dog grabs another around the neck and shakes it is a dangerous dog. After two years of heartwarming progress last summer was the tipping point following many many consecutive nights of fireworks and loud motorcycles or cars missing transmissions etc. She really is hilarious but I need help!!! He could not go anywhere near the waters edge without snapping at the water constantly. Today is the first day my dog has been on Prozac, so of course no noticeable changes. We have just started our Jindo mix rescue dog on Prozac. I have an almost 2-year-old Australian Shepherd. Sounds like your dog see all these situations as a threat. Hes not treat motivated either. My Aussie came over and nipped him on the leg then seemed scared of him the rest of the night. This is an athletic dog of medium size and bone; The Australian Shepherd is lithe, agile, and slightly longer than it is tall. At almost exactly 3 months of having him, he is now completely settled in our home and everything we read this 3 month mark is where they feel comfortable with their pack and can get very protective and even aggressive and this 3 month mark. And my kids got the chance to learn that life isnt dispensable at the preservation of your convenience. Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a serious and frequent pregnancy complication that can lead to short and long-term risks for both mother and fetus. Certain things need to remain in place, ie going in the back yard for potty and play and then coming in. The collar works by just putting it on. No scar, no testicles etc. I chose the best breeders I can find, and his littermates are behaviorally normal. Its sad shes not in her bed anymore. I have a reactive German Shepherd female who just turned 3. every dog has its own personality, this does not come easy and it takes dedication and time. Thank you so much for your comments, as you really do feel like something went wrong, when you know you have socialized and exposed them and trained them to the best of your ability. We walked him a lot and tons of people would always come up and pet him. The immersion training seems extreme for this sweet dog as hes already been in very rough real experiences as a meat market product. Each lived to a ripe old age without these issues. My dog just started Prozac this morning. We switched to a no pull harness with the clip for the leash on the chest instead of the harness clip between the shoulder blades or on the collar. She is 10 lbs. She's almost 3. So if your using a harness my advise is maybe switch it up. I think we know why now. Heres where my confession comes in: Last night at the vets office, I got Cuba a prescription for Prozac. Always follow your vets guidelines for administering fluoxetine. We love him and are attached to him don't want to get rid of him but we are so worried he will get loose and hurt someone badly. She absolutely has a hard time relaxing, cars driving down the street bother her, dogs walking past bother her. Hello! But lets get the discussion going now. Given her anxiety, we have worked with various trainers, tried different supplements, calming collars, CBD etc with little success. My Aussie is very aggressive towards lil dogs even the ones he grew up with I have had him neutered I think it makes them worse my Aussie has killed 3 of my other fur babies I need info also I say please help me too thank you. Standard Australian Shepherds are a medium-sized, solidly built breed, with adults weighing between 40-65 pounds. Hes a beautiful deaf boy with a tremendous amount of anxiety. Sammy started chewing the carpet. He is solid muscle. Bella is 3 years old. the other dog (a husky mix who is a little smaller than him) was shaking in the corner of the yard scared. Come back, open the crate and ask him to sit and pet him. I'm not saying it will work for all, but if your dog loves a ball try it out. It took about 8 months to accept human touch, still he seems to have ptsd moments when he clicks out and just trembles. He is a champion show dog, titled Rally Excellence and CD and CGN. Hours each day are dedicated to our rescue pups. This is how I fixed it when nothing would work. She comes from champion herding lines so the instinct to herd and protect are strong in her. I have owned 4 dogs previously, they were all well trained sweethearts. Unfortunately I am not seeing any significant changes in his behavior. She has never been aggressive toward me or my hubby. My dog will bite son hard enough to draw blood if my son is too close to me, hugs me. Good luck to you! One thing Im not seeing here and everyone seems to be forgetting is that dogs feed off of our emotions and moods. He's an amazing dog. Our vet put my dog on Prozac, which she takes it daily. Dogs are pack animals. Thanks. I brought a Dalmatian into my house that was abused. He would wiggle his way between us and stare at my husband. Once he turned 6 months, it's like he flipped a switch and became very aggressive towards other people. Many Thanks Natalie x, I got an RX this evening from vet for prozac for our almost 2 year old pup. Fluoxetine is an antidepressant and anti-anxiety drug for dogs that is often referred to by the brand names Reconcileor Prozac the human form of the drug. She nips me and my husband, I know it is not aggression, but her breed. Have you had a full physical exam done on the dog? This was combined with a series of about 3 weeks straight of night time panic attacks pacing panting crazy eyes tucked tail avoidant behavior pushing stuff so I started him on Prozac and Gabapentin and sometimes supplement with the heavy stuff when he is really panicked trazadone. Let us know in the comments! But worse is that he is consistently aggressive to the neighbor dog and now the owner to the point where the owner is afraid jake will bite him. But basically we still have a cute young dog that only allows one person in the family to pet her and only slightly wags her tail. She means a lot to me. We love him and are secvited for the extremely slow changes? Thanks and happy day with your balls of energy. Yet he started backing away when we went to pet him, barks at everything and I mean everything and is now adding fears into his behavior. We just want to find a way for her to be more relaxed around people. Keep training and working!! Have you been prescribed meds like Prozac or Valium for your dog? SHE JUST DON'T CARE. never happened. 2. Did they solve the behavior issue? Be like, "Yay! Vetsusually prescribe it with a behavior modification program until the condition is under control. I'm sorry to hear that your Australian Shepherd is being aggressive. When walking, every time you see a person or another dog, make him/her focus on you and give the dog a treat. Have you considered a shock collar? He has always had "crazy eyes." I would like opinions. He purposely jumped up onto my 11yo daughter and tried to bite her which he knows not to jump up. Finally she let go. Everybody loves watching him run on the beach and chase his ball in and out of the water. Did your dog improve with Prozac? I have a Jindo mix also from the dog meat trade. Smiles positive attention distraction from negative behavior. I am a very active person so she for sure gets runs and hikes and walks. I have a male Aussie. He absolutely hates strangers, the only way he tolerates them is by us using the pronged collar the trainer provided us with and command him to sit and sway his attention with a treat. Wayne Kolweier places a heart on a cross for a vigil Wednesday in Louisville, after a gunman's deadly attack Monday at Old National Bank. Let us know in the comments below! On average, males weigh between 50 and 65 pounds . This dog's gait is free and easy, and must be able to change direction or speed instantly. It will take time and consistency but don't wait for the behavior to start anticipate it and address it. Help!!! Always exceptions to the rule with situational behavior. You have most likely and still do give your dog signals that it is in charge each day. one day, he did not want to go outside, he would not budge, we would carry him out, and the slightest noise, car starting to sirens and he would hitail it back to our door, ANY noise! My new Aussie is 11 weeks right now and he bites me continuously. We hope and pray this drug can help our little fella calm his anxiety enough to learn hes safe now. While on vacation (I brought one Aussie), I went to a restaurant with a (definitely not dog-friendly) patio. A family was found who had no other dogs and she is doing fine. To ensure that he lives its full life, ensure that you meet its food, health and general needs such as comfort and exercise. So thanks for the article. I also have gone through the same situation. I have not noticed any particular triggers for his sudden aggression. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. This only happens at night and he sees the same family members all through out the day, but when they try to come into my room at night, beau seems like he wants to rip their heads off! Unfortunately, I had to leave her tied to the fence on the patio, which I thought would be okay, since I was a mere 2 yards away. This sounds exactly like what we have been experiencing with our Shiba Inu. I FOUND A FIX. He never had any problems with strangers, and then one day he flipped out when someone walked by us, and has been aggressive since towards anyone he doesn't know. She will bark at strangers or anyone who approaches her that she doesnt know. Anita, Same here with my dog. He was severely abused. Do research and find out how to be the pack leader. He attacked my parents little chihuahua last weekend when he wanted her food and grabbed her by the neck and was going to kill her if it wasnt for my dad. 2 1/2 yo female Aussie. Over the last 5 years, Hemp has exploded unto the scene, with my low quality brands popping up to make a quick buck. If anyone finds something that helps let me know. So many times people run out and get an Aussie pup or grown dog at the dog shelter or a breeder that carries a line in the blood that has aggressive behaviour. I'm frustrated at times too. I felt that might be a bit much. After I have spoke to them in a calm manner she will settle down and even lie down with her front paws crossed while I talk with them. I "explained" to them in no uncertain terms that this behavior was NOT acceptable! She has a relatively normal dog life. He cant quite get the transition, going out and coming in. Good luck. Keep looking for answers and give the dog gentle calming kind affirmations, tapping on its sternum, rhythmic rubbing behind ears for soothing etc. Diazepam If any do thinks it outranks you in your "pack" then you will have trouble controlling it and it will do as it pleases most of the time. There are plenty of articles being published about it now in veterinary journals. Many times horses are nervous, but after he talks to them and pets them with his lavender hands they calm right down. I want my dog to listen and come every time I call! Get tips and exclusive deals. Why not just train him? Help. Is she enjoyable to you? have a sit and give him a treat. He could be playing with you one minute then the next growling and going into "attack mode". The Australian Shepherd is one of the best herding dogs, both skilled in herding livestock and dedicated to any assignment. As someone who also takes anxiety meds, I know that its not enough to go for a run or have toys to distract you. Then they wean the dog off the drug until they can manage the condition without the use of medication. My bet said the world is a scary place for him and hence Prozac. He used to love the puppy, they were best friends, and it just all th sudden changed and when his relationship with the puppy changed so did his relationship with me now, sometimes hes ok and sometime I cant walk in my own room because hell try and attack me. If you keep yelling and pulling on the leash - Your dog is going to ignore you and tune you out. Cuba is 2 years old, and weve trained together every single day. She gained weight and thrive. He is 10 and the alpha dog. He will grow out of this. This is just a phase. Somehow, I convinced myself things that I knew to be untrue were true - I know that dogs rarely grow out of, and almost always grow into, behavior problems. If you are letting the dog lead you, and do this then you are going to have the problem. Because Ive been doing that. Even "Ceasar Milan" stresses this. He also bit a friend while we were at a local coffee shop. It happened one more time. At this point I think Im going to have to shell out the $3,000 for a local trainer and hope that helps. Chihuahua was given 10mg once a day yesterday. Ive noticed for myself that when Im uptight my dogs are too. Speak give him POS. Because something larger is happening. I was so mad I couldve killed him. We wonder if he experienced domestic violence in his breeders home Anyway, we are trying Prozac, in spite of our last experience because I take Prozac for anxiety and my doctor said most dogs are good with it, like many humans, but some, like some humans might aggressive. I have stressed obedience and pack mentality since we brought ours home. I continue his training and for the first time ever-he can actually listens to a command of quiet most times. He is leash reactive but is fine meeting dogs in a large dog park. Abby has not been spayed yet. Aussies make some of the best companions to families too. Cod postal pentru Strada Garlesti din Craiova. love him unconditionally and if he doesnt like others jsut tell people dont touch him. I fear that Abby will try and kill my Toy Poodle. He also has a pronged choak collar that seems to be the only thing that keeps him behaving and it is not because it hurts him it's because it is not tight all the time. 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