Boston Terrier Growling

My BT is 2 mo.. He growls when I move him from my lap when he is comfortable. How can I stop him from doing this and not letting him think he's in charge??

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Boston Terrier Growling

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Feb 12, 2009
 Boston growling when you move him.
by: Anonymous

I would imediately put him on the floor when he growls. This is not where he wants to be, and he will get the point that his growlings causes negative results. You want to be the alpha dog and the alpha dog always gets the good spot to sit or sleep.
Jan 08, 2009
 THANKS
by: Anonymous

Thanks, this is good advice and exactly what I
have started doing!
Dec 30, 2008
 Whos' the boss
by: Anonymous

Have you tried banning him from your lap for a period of time and then only let him in your lap when he is invited and then leaves when you decide he should get down. This also works with enjoying the comfort of a bed or couch. It will reinforce that you are the boss and he is to please you and not the other way around.
In the long run you will have a happier Boston as dogs enjoy haveing a leader that enforces rules and boundaries.

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