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He keeps running and will not stop!!

by Jon
(Billericay)

My Springer Ernie is just six months, I exercise him every day and he’s doing OK when it is just me and him, but as soon as another dog or person is anywhere within about 5 miles he disappears into the distance after them and will not come back. The whistle that he is very good with (when we are alone) is totally ignored. It really is getting quite embarrassing as all the other dog walkers now know him by name, due do my futile cry’s of ERNIE as a little black and white bum disappears across the field. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
Jon

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He keeps running and will not stop!!

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May 03, 2010
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starstarstarstarstar 		lil ernie .... he is soooo gorgeous
by: Anonymous

hey....i sympathise...my jessie is very much the same and shes now 15 month...i went to see ceaser milan and its all about the karma apparently...

Basically...your dog is just so darned happy chasin off lead he cant hear you or refuses to listen..bit like a child going through terrible two's..

You need to train him...easier said than done ,,,i know!!! but in the house practice recall with food...and when ur out keep him on lead and reward him on recall..you need him to learn that u are more intersting than anything off lead

it takes time....one day at a time...but it does work

hugs x
Feb 08, 2010
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by: John

Not sure it will work for everyone but my Springer (Rocky age 7) had a similar problem (and sometimes still does). We often walk/jog in the woods and I let him off the lead. There are times when he is so focused on following a scent, he will not listen to my commands. When I see that he gets in this state, I take two fingers and touch his back hind legs, not hard but enough that he notices. The physical contact will often break him out of this state. In addition, will only allow him to go a short distance before recalling him. The second time a little farther, the third a little farther, you get the point. It is still a challenge but maybe you should try some of these suggestions and let me know if it works for you.
Nov 28, 2009
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by: Estie

Not that I'm any expert because ours are age 4 and 5. The 5-yr-old finally started to come back when called. The 4-yr-old, Sammy, that we've had for 2 years, is at the stage where he will atleast acknowledge the call. My husband has been spending ALOT of time with him training him, and it is paying off. You have to have treats that are worthwhile to give up the chase and come back to you.

You have to practice, practice, practice! But it will pay off, and he will come when called eventually!
Nov 28, 2009
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by: Michele

I would look for a basic obedience class in your area. I'm sure you probably have some type of dog club close by. Often dog clubs offer obedience training for a minimal charge. You learn all kinds of things besides basic commands and I really think you're being trained too! I would stay away from obedience classes given at pet shops, but try to stick with a dog club. Even your larger boarding kennels offer obedience training.

It's not just that the neighbors probably don't think it's cute, but there is the chance your beloved Ernie could be hit by a car. Good luck!
Nov 28, 2009
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by: Anonymous

Sometimes, if you can enlist the help of another friend with a young dog of the same high energy, it helps if they can wear each other out when you are out in the field. Plan, with the other owner, to practice recalls together. If you each have a pocket full of great treats (pieces of roast beef or cheese cut into dice size pieces). Practice with very long lines, or in a safe place where they can be off lead. It sounds as if you have a good basic recall, but need to up the ante so that his response is energetic and automatic when something more exciting intrudes. Having the other dog and owner will provide a situation with distractions. After a few sessions with success, make it so he doesn't get a treat every time.

Recall is so important, but as you know, it can be frustrating with a young spaniel! I thought my boy was doing really well, but last month he chased a kitty into someones house, then into the kitchen where they were making breakfast! I was so embarrassed, but he wouldn't "Come" for anything when faced with cooking bacon in a stranger's house. I had felt safe with him off lead on the beach while playing frisbee. Oh well.
Good luck, Ernie is a lucky boy to have you.
Nov 28, 2009
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by: JUNE

I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH EMMA. SHE IS SO WELL BEHAVED WHEN IT IS JUST ME (OR ME AND MY SON)
BUT IF SHE SEES A NEIGHBOR, SHE'S GONE. YOU CAN'T FAULT HER FOR BEING FRIENDLY, BUT IT CONCERNS ME. AS MUCH AS I LOVE HER, I KNOW MY NEIGHBORS DON'T FEEL THE SAME. I WOULDN'T WANT TO BE OUT IN MY YARD AND HAVE A DOG RUN UP TO ME EVERYTIME I SET FOOT OUT THE DOOR.

I KEEP HER ON A LEASH WHEN WE ARE OUT, WHICH IS NOT FAIR TO HER EITHER. BUT IF I LET HER OUT AT NIGHT, SHE DOES NOT LEAVE THE YARD.

WE BOTH NEED HELP!!!!!!

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