Dominant Dog Collars vs. Dogtra Remote Collar - Page 3

"Nancy, sometimes dogs that aren't genetically clear in the head become hectic from too high an ecollar correction. With dog agression they can think that the other dog is somehow causing the pain and keep trying to attack right through a high stim. Some dogs become hectic from a prong correction, but not an e-collar correction. They all pay attention to a choke because they have no other choice. The best training and correction methods depend on the dog and his temperament and personality"


 At least go back and read Lou's technique. It avoids this particular problem by making the setup just as the dog enters the range where it would begin to respond. IT does not use high stim and the dog is not engaged at the time of the correction. There usually is some warning body language but it is subtle and the transition can be quick

My issue is not over stimulation due to the correction.  I hate to admit it but Ceasar Malian probably has the best idea of all for my issue.  I have started exercising my dog very early in the day and wearing the dog dog with Schh obediance, two ball, bite targeting, bite work, tracking, and field agility on and off days.  What I found stunned me.  When the dog worked out early the dog was focused, submissive, and calm/clear headed the rest of the day.  The exercise early burned off the drive. 

I tested the dogs protection instincts on and off property.  An "intruder" came to the door and a "foe" hid in brush on a walk.  In both cases the dog "woke up" and barked and held like mad.

I am now wondering if it is an exercise issue more than obediance.  In other words, have I have frustrated the dog by working out in the evenings vs. early in the day?