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Why is my dog suddenly not listening, ignoring me, and so energetic?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chow Chow | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 26 days old | 40 lbs

Why doesn’t my dog listen to me as much he doesn’t pay attention to me also he seems more energetic

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Answered By Bette Isacoff

Dog Trainer

Published on January 10th, 2018

This would be an ideal time to enroll Cooper in a beginner dog obedience class. There, you will learn how to get him to behave the way you want him to. He is almost six months old, and may be entering "doggy puberty." If there is a bitch in season anywhere around, he will be distracted by her and not want to listen to you. This would also explain his new burst of energy. You might want to consider having him neutered, too. Good luck with this!

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