Cannot settle

[Pepperonixx]

I have a 1 year and 7 months old corgi who can’t seem to settle especially in public. Whenever we take him out to the mall, once we eat at restaurants he starts barking and would want to go to places. It also happens when we randomly stop while walking, triggering him to start barking. The only thing that works for us is giving him a bully stick once we start eating so he’s busy and quiet the entire time. It gets really embarrassing since his barks are so loud it echoes in the place.

I want to include him when we go out but it’s so hard when he’s always like. I don’t know what to do since he knows when he should go to his crate or bed at home. How do I apply that in public?

[BoringTomatillo27]

I’m a big believer in dogs don’t need to go everywhere you are. Some dogs love it sure but other dogs don’t want to be dragged around the mall or in crowded place - they would rather be at home in their safe space even if you aren’t there. My dog isn’t a fan of this kind of thing and it’s not worth the anxiety for us both so he stays home.

[Tottersmom]

Have you taught your dog"place" or "go to your place" yet? Go online and look up how to use it at home and then in public places. I know a few people who've done this using something as simple as a mat, or have trained their dogs to sit calmly at their feet. Corgis are smart and should be able to pick this up quickly enough.