TylerDurden
Well-Known Member
Our EM (going to be 8 months this Sunday) is generally very friend, not shy and good with strangers. He‘s well trained and behaves well. However, I‘ve noticed that he started to observe/stare at people that walk by when we go out for walks. It is no problem when they are further away or on the other side of the street. However, as soon as they try to pass us on the same side of the street, he is trying to chase them. I can tell that it‘s most likely play, but a person might not like the thought of being chased by a 160lbs dog. I‘m sure he would never hurt anyone, but I can let this happen.
He does only do this when we are on his "route" for regular walks. He has never done this in pet stores or any other places? For some reason, it doesn‘t even happen with other dogs but with people.
Any suggestions? I put him in a sit and make sure he is calm whenever someone is trying to pass by. I will also start carrying treats at all times. This kind of behavior didn‘t start until he was 6-7 months old.
Thank you.
He does only do this when we are on his "route" for regular walks. He has never done this in pet stores or any other places? For some reason, it doesn‘t even happen with other dogs but with people.
Any suggestions? I put him in a sit and make sure he is calm whenever someone is trying to pass by. I will also start carrying treats at all times. This kind of behavior didn‘t start until he was 6-7 months old.
Thank you.