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I have two six month old Poms that I LOVE! Aoki - my girl and Coco - my boy. They are doing very well in many areas already, crate trained from day one - potty trained for about 3 months, they go outside with minimal accidents. They will sit, laydown and stay and come when we are home inside.
The problem is when they are outside in the yard or dog park I cannot get them to come - even with favorite treats. We recently started using the long leash and are working on that, so I need to give this some time.
My two issues are the barking. They are NOT big barkers at home but when we do walks, or a neighbor is out they BARK! More so Aoki, my girl she seems to fear everything..... When people want to pet her she barks and will cry like shes being abused.... its awful. She is timid, I have no idea why, we really try not to "baby" them like some small dog owners do.
So the barking, any suggestions and also Aoki with the fear, or trust issues she may have?
Thanks
I am new to the forum, hello everyone. I have tried posting pics and getting familiar with the site.
I posted to get suggestions for Aoki and Coco and would love to talk with anyone willing.
The problem is when they are outside in the yard or dog park I cannot get them to come - even with favorite treats. We recently started using the long leash and are working on that, so I need to give this some time.
My two issues are the barking. They are NOT big barkers at home but when we do walks, or a neighbor is out they BARK! More so Aoki, my girl she seems to fear everything..... When people want to pet her she barks and will cry like shes being abused.... its awful. She is timid, I have no idea why, we really try not to "baby" them like some small dog owners do.
So the barking, any suggestions and also Aoki with the fear, or trust issues she may have?
Thanks
I am new to the forum, hello everyone. I have tried posting pics and getting familiar with the site.
I posted to get suggestions for Aoki and Coco and would love to talk with anyone willing.