I have a six month old husky who is a relatively shy dog. He has been neutered. He often stays in a corner and avoids people, especially men. He does not have fear-biting problems. Although he seems to be a little bit afraid of my husband, he is a wonderful and (mostly) attentive puppy when my husband is around.
The second (literally) that my husband leaves for work, Lobo becomes over-excited. He jumps up on the bed, steals blankets or clothing, and terrorizes the cat. This forces me to wake up and go to the living room, where he rips around and plays for a bit before again terrorizing the cat and starts to nip at me. I am completely covered head to toe in bruises from nips, and have been for months.
I understand that he just wants to play, but it has come to the point that I am becoming scared of him. I have tried everything, including what is in your book, except for ignoring him for 2 days.
My question: how am I supposed to ignore him if by ignoring him he becomes more aggressive towards me, my cat, and starts going after expensive items such as the TV? I can't leave the room - he eats electronics. I can't stay - he nips. I can't crate him - he hurts himself. And yet, the second my husband comes home, perfect!
I am at a loss. Suggestions?
