Roy, the almost 8-month old devil ... ooops I mean GSD does something that is very strange and I just can't seem to find a way to rectify it.
If he is on the leash and meets another dog, whether walking down the street or at the dog park, he lunges, barks and the hair on the his back stands up. With the same dog, not a particular one but any dog, if Roy is off leash he is very friendly and playful.
It's bothering me because the way he barks and lunges gives the impression that he is aggressive and vicious which he isn't.
How can I stop him from lunging and barking at other dogs?
Thanks
If he is on the leash and meets another dog, whether walking down the street or at the dog park, he lunges, barks and the hair on the his back stands up. With the same dog, not a particular one but any dog, if Roy is off leash he is very friendly and playful.
It's bothering me because the way he barks and lunges gives the impression that he is aggressive and vicious which he isn't.
How can I stop him from lunging and barking at other dogs?
Thanks