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Originally Posted by corgimom
Again, I don't think this is just a Corgi thing, any dog can be this way.
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It is a dog thing, rather than more of a corgi trait.
[quote=Deb(Glencorgi),
I read somewhere(can't remember) that the dog actually thinks that someone is being hurt, is that true? or are they just showing jealousy and being protective by barking and jumping up? If so, how do you know which person he/she is protecting?[/QUOTE]
I think it may be an individual dog thing as to the why. In some cases they may think someone is being hurt and be responding to that. Could be with some they don't like the perceived conflict and are trying to put a proper order back into the household. Some may see inappropriate space boundaries. With some it is a resource guarding issue with one individual much in the same way a dog will guard toys or its food bowl. How to deal with it or even if it needs to be dealt with <IMO> depends on the situation, the intensity of the reaction, dog's body language - a number of variables. I would, however, not encourage anyone to use this as a means to "tease" their dog.
Cardiguy's "group hug" is a great way to send the message human's hugging is okay. He's setting the boundaries and controlling the resources, but Ruby is being included in the activity. For Joni and Turkeylegs, one thing that can be done is turn Joni's whining into a behavior that is okay, basically cueing the behavior. Ignore the whining. But maybe when you guys get ready to settle on the couch for TV time - announce "it's TV time" and call Joni over to get a scritch on the head or to take a seat in the middle. That sends a message - this is what we are going to do and you are included. This might also be a time to give her a Kong filled with treats to keep her busy as "her" thing to do. Just an idea, I'm sure you can come up with some creative alternatives.
Debbie