How to Discipline a Rhodesian Ridgeback
- 1). Stop your Rhodesian Ridgeback immediately when he performs a bad behavior. Pull on the dog's leash once sharply to get its attention. If the dog is off a leash, say no or make a sharp noise in a firm voice. Never yell at a Rhodesian Ridgeback; they are sensitive dogs.
- 2). Stand over your Rhodesian Ridgeback if the behavior continues with your shoulders back and head high; this shows your dog you are dominant. Tell your dog to lie down, using a verbal or motion command.
- 3). Push your Rhodesian Ridgeback on to its side on the ground while crouching over it if it still refuses to sit. Hold it down until it relaxes under your hands; this shows your Rhodesian Ridgeback that you are the pack leader.
- 4). Keep a leash on your Rhodesian Ridgeback at all times if bad behavior is constant. Pull up once sharply on the leash to correct your dog when bad behavior begins; over time your Rhodesian Ridgeback will learn which behaviors are appropriate and the leash will no longer be necessary.