[ohrats9]

Originally Posted by Durbkat

I have tried what you have suggested about getting the dog to be calm while brushing but Snoopy won't accept treats when he gets worked up by trying to get away. But he is not like that now, well not as bad, he still fights but after a minute or two he stops.

You shouldn't be giving him treats as he's trying to get away. Isn't that simply treating him for trying to get away from you? Ignore him while he is doing that and continue brushing him. However - You should treat him the second he stops. If he is still turning his nose up at the treats, maybe try a different treat? Something more enticing? Higher quality treats go a long way when training.

[Durbkat]

No no, I try and treat when he is calm but when I put the treat up to him to grab he pulls his head back and starts fighting again. I have tried dog biscuts and pupperoni and he turned his nose up to each, he never turns his nose up to pupperoni. I can't give him real high quality treats as he has a sensitive stomach.

[ohrats9]

Originally Posted by Durbkat

No no, I try and treat when he is calm but when I put the treat up to him to grab he pulls his head back and starts fighting again. I have tried dog biscuts and pupperoni and he turned his nose up to each, he never turns his nose up to pupperoni. I can't give him real high quality treats as he has a sensitive stomach.

Oh I see. Well then maybe not treats huh? lol. Some of my dogs are allowed to "take a break". I have one little guy that has come a long way just by stopping what I am doing and sweet talking him. I don't let go, but I stop for a second and love him up. He went from defecating & biting (very serious fear issues) to simply being wary and ready to defend himself if need be. I never supply the need. I always walk him before the session but I have found sitting outside with him after the grooming very beneficial.

I guess what I am trying to say is by "high quality treat", for me, it doesn't always necessarily mean food. What you might think is a wonderful treat could be mediocre at best in your dogs eyes.