Mike wrote:
I take the rubber bands off when I do that with my German Shephard Dog. It
doesn't matter, a lobster is the only thing I've ever seen scare him. He
won't go within 4 feet of the critter(s). I think he nudged one in the head
with his nose once, and the spines got him. Ever since then, he just stands
off and barks at it.

What does your GSD do when he hears thunder? My 110 lb GSD would would
try and get under the bed when he heard thunder, firecrackers or other
loud noises. He looked damn funny with his head under the bed and his
body, from the neck to the tail, sticking out.

Currently we have a Beagle mutt male. Worst thunder storm in the world
could go right over our house. He would just stand there.

I always save a bit for him when we're done... sweet revenge. g