Should I stop my dog from hump stuffed animals?
Twila Ledner
2025-06-14 05:28:17
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I told him no and now he looks really upset, chewing his antler instead. I'm just wondering if you guys allow your dogs to hump their toys/beds. I thought if I allow humping toys, he might be inclined to hump people or other dogs as well, but it might not work that way. At the same time, I feel bad for not allowing him to err, relieve his urges on acceptable objects... he's at that age, right. About once or twice a month, he might mount a smaller dog when excited and playful. I pull him off, of course.
Manuel Maggio
2025-06-02 16:59:01
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If it doesn’t happen often and doesn’t bother you, it may not need addressing. Never punish your dog for humping – it’s a normal and natural behaviour for them, so they won’t understand why you’re telling them off. However, if it’s happening regularly, or becoming a problem, you might need to take action. Distraction – if your dog humps to get you, or other dogs to play, it’s important to teach them that the fun stops when they start to hump. When they start to mount, distract them with a treat, ask them to sit, and give them the treat. You will need to repeat this every time it happens. If your dog continues to hump, you may need to remove them from the situation for a minute or two, to calm them down. You will need to be patient – it often takes time and a lot of repetition to stop the behaviour completely.
Shanelle Fisher
2025-06-02 16:08:42
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When your dog is persistently mounting a visitor, and redirecting doesn’t stop the behavior, don’t yell or make a fuss. Simply go to the dog and calmly take them to their crate or another quiet area. You can also manage your dog’s environment to minimize humping. Make sure they have access to chew toys and other activities that keep them occupied and burn energy. If there’s a particular toy or another object that bears the brunt of your dog’s humping, take it away until the behavior has eased. The path to a hump-free home begins with training. Since humping is often about domination, effective training is important because it establishes your authority, letting your dog know you’re in charge. When the humping starts, ask the dog to sit, lie down, or stay, and reward them when they do. Alternatively, redirect with a game of fetch or by taking the dog outside for some exercise. Humping will also be easier to curb if you catch it early, instead of waiting until the behavior is an embedded habit. While you might want to laugh the first time you see your dog hump, in the longer term, it’s best to step in and redirect the behavior immediately.
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