Untrainable Dog - I Love This Idiot!

by Brad
(Iowa)

I have a four month old Black Lab/ Jack Russel mix male puppy, totally untrainable moron. The only command I have been able to get him to understand is "sit" when I have something he wants.

He barks, he bites and runs totally rampant thru the house. I've had a variety of dogs before, but never have I found such a challenge as this one little pup.

His temperment can change in an instant. One minute he's calm and the next he's bouncing off the furniture. I've never had to strike a dog before to train him and I never planned to, but this dog asks for it and loves it. It's all part of a game for him. He wants a big playmate to fight with.

At four months I can't understand his need for dominance. Usually at this time puppies are searching for acceptance. HELP? I'm hoping he's not brain damaged. He is a beautiful dog.