How to Tame a Feral Dog
A feral dog is a stray animal that has not had human contact. If you catch a feral dog before it is four months old, you have a good chance of training it to become a member of the family. Keep in mind that a stray animal is used to being by itself or with other strays, so the adjustment to an indoor life with a doting family around constantly is a major change. If you're in it for the long haul, be patient and allow the dog to respond in small increments, praising and celebrating each of his small steps!
Other People Are Reading
Instructions
-
-
1
When you bring a feral puppy home, keep it contained in a small, high traffic area. A kitchen is ideal. The smaller space helps the dog feel safe, and the location allows the dog to get used to people coming in and out.
-
2
Keep the leash attached to him at all times. Bring the dog to the center of the room and lay on the floor to pet and talk to him. He'll be more responsive if you avoid direct eye contact and are down on the floor below his eye level.
-
-
3
Clip the leash to your belt and have the dog go with you wherever you are in the house. This forces socialization and teaches her that you are the leader of her new pack. Touch, stroke and talk to the dog while it is leashed.
-
4
Allow your wild dog to play in an enclosed yard with a well-socialized dog. Dogs naturally follow other dogs. Sit in the yard and repeatedly call the socialized dog to you and the feral dog will follow. Don't be discouraged if it takes months for the dog to let you touch him off the leash.
-
5
Continue with all steps for several months. The more you work with him, the faster she will begin to emerge as a loving dog.
-
1
Tips & Warnings
A huge bonus when taming a feral dog is already having a confident dog in your house. A happy, normal dog will be as much a teacher to your wild dog as you are.
Make no moves toward your dog when he's off the leash. He'll instinctively run from you.
As a game, periodically sit or lay on the ground, avoiding eye contact, and throw pieces of cheese close to you, allowing her to approach you.
Consider a basic obedience class. The "sit," "stay" and "come" commands help a wild dog stop being nervous and focus instead on the rules you're teaching.
Have the dog sleep in your room or on your bed.
Avoid backing the dog into corners. He may bite if scared.
If the dog gets off the leash inside and hides under something, approach by laying flat on the ground, avoiding eye contact and reaching slowly to reattach the leash.
Always have a vet check out your feral dog
More Like This
Comments
-
I did not know what feral meant,, now I do,, share with others.,
