TEACHING POLLUX NEW THINGS ~ GETTING A DOGGIE DOOR FOR POLLUX

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Pollux is a stubborn dog! I'm trying to teach him something new, and it's proving more difficult than I expected. Maxxie got it right away, but Pollux is another story. We installed a dog door for screen door for our shelter dogs, and I'm doing some dog door training with Pollux. Maxxie our Miniature Schnauzer has been using the dodge door for years. He's a pro!
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[@loveforeignaccents]

Even though it might be considered a "quick walk/run through", I think that small space might remind him of being confined to a small space in the shelter. Fears with animals or humans are real to them, and I wouldn't pressure him to do it. If he wants to, one day, on his own, he will. You can't compare him to your other dogs... all of them are different and have their own personalities... not to mention, he has been through a lot. Just appreciate all of the progress he luckily has made so far would be my two cents.

[@SugarAddictions]

You need to be patient with him. He’s already scared and confused by the door and the negative energy you send off when you get frustrated by him is making it worse and can also damage his trust in you long-term. Start slow and hold the door for him and be positive and praise him when he goes through and with each time you can lower the door ao the hole get’s smaller until he is comfortable walking through by himself with you only standing by encouraging him. If he at any time get’s unsure then you just take a step back and hold it up a bit higher. Patience is key.

[@greenshp]

Every dog is different. My coonhound mastered the doggie door in about 3 days. The border collie - yeah, the SMART one - is still hesitant one month in. She will at least use it now without my holding the flap. However, she still rings the bell to go out (I taught them that previously), comes and stares at me, and I have to follow her to the door and say, "Go out!" and through it she will go. Apparently I must supervise! I am confident that with a few weeks time, she'll do it on her own.

[@Skylightatdusk]

If you are impatient and he senses it in your voice, he will continue to hesitate. He is fearful. He has had a different earlier life and will learn differently as a consequence.

[@AidaJof]

Something struck me watching him go through the doggy door when you held the flap up for him ... he does not like the clicking noise the magnets make. Keep at it with positive reinforcement & treats and he will eventually get it. Good luck Pollux

[@cboyle707]

I see a certain amount of trepidation... fear? Maybe associated with the shelter. And perhaps he is worried he might do it wrong. Let time pass. But don't lose your patience. Please. His whole life in a shelter. Let your daughter teach him. I see fear. Not so much stubborn. Thank you for saving his life.

[@polianasweden]

Maybe if you think: "Polux is scared" instead of thinking "Polux is stubborn" you will find the solution. He feels that you are not happy about this and he wants you to be happy. And you want a happy Polux!

[@stefanieschafer5834]

You must help him. First Lift it up and hold it. don' t let it down !!!When he goes thru back and force. Still hold it, but a little lower. It needs patience. Never let it fall down. It will scare him. Greetings from Germany. Be patient with him.

[@teresawalters6358]

He is probably scared of the magnet noises

[@marionenavarro497]

Hi Renne! you know I believe that animals are just like human beings. They have theirs mental issues like trauma, ocd, adhd, autism among many others. They like us have each one, their own personality. Pollux is like an autistic person even when he ses Maxxi going in and out the dog door he refused to do the same because that’s is something new and unknown for him. Although with patience and love you will get there and he will learn it. Love and patience are qualities that you and your family possesses for sure. love from Sweden 🇸🇪❤️

[@Katy32344]

I used to stand on one side and call the dog through to the side where I am, rather than trying to get him to go through while im on the same side as the dog. The reward is hugs and pettings.

[@Oohmyymiaa]

Ooh, the sweet baby is just scared. Let him approach it in his own time and way; please don't force him. He'll figure it out soon enough...💗

[@constantdarkfog49]

Yep, Pollux is sure being scared, if maxie can do it so could Pollux, when he's ready. Please show us once he does the doggie door, hope he'll get it, he is really shy to new things, give him time.

[@rnbsn777]

Such a sweet dog, both your boys. Pollux isn't stubborn pro ably just confused and scared. Over 400 days in a shelter who knows what he's afraid of. Please be patient as I know you all will. He loves his yard that is clear and he loves to play, that's most important. We dog lovers do anything for our pets and if it's special attention, care and spoiling them we do it. Pollux may never use the door but he will decide. Thank you for anotger nice video. Maxie and pollux are so cute.

[@doodle1370]

I love Pollux hes so cute

[@davidschurman7683]

Pollux is just scared. Our shelter dog was terrified of the screen door.

[@trish7754]

Thank you for this video! I love watching Maxxie and Pollux! I swear it does look like Maxxie is trying to teach Pollux to not be afraid. They are both precious! And so are you and Randy. I am so amazed how you have changed things around your home just for Pollux. May God continue to bless you and your family.

[@lesleyrolon3761]

Pollux will eventually figure it out. He learned to pee with his leg up when you rescued him, Renee. He needs patience. It seems he's scared when the magnets click, evidently there's trauma issues from his past, it might seem like stubbornness, but he's plainly terrified and him coping with new stuff, takes time. Patience Renee, he'll get it. 👍👍👍

[@frankscarborough1428]

I believe her is scared. Give him time💕

[@kimcarr3741]

Hey there! I love your content and how you share your wonderful life with others. My heart goes out to Pollux because he does appear to be frightened by his reflection in the flap among other things associated with the door flap. This is just a thought but has he ever seen himself in a mirror? If not you might try that and see how he responds to his image. This could give you a clue as to how to proceed. Like I said, it's just a thought. I get the biggest kick out of watching him run outside of the pool area. He reminds me of a little bird that's been set free and when you think about it.....he has. Wishing you the best with sweet Pollux.