Dog Aggression, Dog Behavior Problems & Reactive Dogs
Dogs were meant to live in a pack and follow a leader.
Are you giving your dog the signals that let him know you are in control and will keep him safe?
Much of the stress and aggression in dogs is a result of confusion. They don't feel like there is a clear leader to give them instructions. Without consistent training, dogs can experience behavior problems and dog aggression.
A person must be in control to feel confident. This confidence comes from training and letting our dogs know what we expect from them and what is acceptable. It is important dogs know the dog owner is in control. Lunging and growling at other dogs is not the correct behavior. Some owners give signals to their dog that encourage dog aggression.
A leader does not need to use harsh physical corrections!They just need to give clear signals to ensure their dog feels calm and protected. If we don't, the dog thinks they need to protect us and that results in displays of dog aggression.
Frightening experiences can make owners and dogs apprehensive. If you have created patterns of behavior that are scary and embarrassing, there are humane and fun ways to change that. Training your dog will change the owner's and dog's emotional response.
Take the steps NOW to learn how to be your dog's best buddy
through reward-base dog training.
Steps to Being in Control of Dog Aggression:
- Recognize there is a dog aggression behavior problem
- Contact a Certified Professional Dog Trainer / CPDT
- Evaluate the dog to determine if he is dangerous & determine what type of problem he is experiencing
- Practice basic dog obedience commands
- "No Free Lunch" Program
- Change the dog's emotional state through reward-based training
- Behavior modification based on timing, repetition & consistency
- Learn the techniques to be in control when loose dogs are present
Once the dog owner and dog have progressed to a manageable level
and they have control over the dog aggression behaviors,
they can confidently enroll in a basic manners class.
they can confidently enroll in a basic manners class.
Dog aggression is a serious and dangerous dog behavior problem. Dog aggression can start as simple dog behavior problems such as lunging and growling while on leash. These dog behavior problems can escalate into true dog aggression.
Any dog aggression problem that has a behavior problem that includes growling needs immediate intervention. Growling at people is a serious behavior problem that can't be ignored or someone will be hurt or injured.
Reward-based training is the key to changing the problem behaviors. Reward-based training is the way that the dog's emotional state in altered. When the emotional state changes, the problem behavior in changed.
Dog Aggression Graduation
Jane with "Sophia" and
"Nozy," the bloodhound doing stays.
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