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Dog Aggression

Take early signs of aggression seriously..! So what are the signs to look out for..? And what types of aggression are there..?


Aggression is not a natural thing to dogs, and if you live in a very remote place without seeing another dog or human probably wouldn't be an issue. So why is it that dogs become aggressive, well a couple of reasons why, are threat and starvation. Dogs can display other types of aggression like fear, territories ( guarding land and property,) dominance and possesive aggression (including competitive aggression and sibling rivalry,) protective aggresion (including maternal aggression,) inter male aggression, predatory aggression, idopathic and of course learnt (human teaching dog how to become aggressive.)

So how is it that dogs can display mant different types of aggression. Well it's all down to our influence and sometimes genes. If we give the wrong communications to our dog, like letting them have no rules and boundries in their structure then aggression like dominance and territorial can appear. Having another dog can, can lead to sibling rivalry. Past history of intimidation training can lead to fear aggression etc etc. Like I have already mentioned genes can play a part, if human has bred dog with dog which display aggression, this can lead to idopathic aggression. There are so many factors that can lead to types aggression, but our influence plays a very important role in leading up to it..!   

Determining which aggression is what, is a job for a professional as the complex nature and getting the right treatment plan are paramount to re-balancing the dog. If you are experiencing any behaviour problems then, contact me today. Aggression shouldn't be ignored..! 

Here is a list of some of warning signs for aggression...

  • Nipping 
  • Snarling
  • Biting (breaking of the skin)
  • Growling at certain members of the family
  • Barking 
  • Chasing people or livestock
  • Not allowing family or friends to leave the house or enter
  • Growling when approaching dog bed
  • Growling whe approaching food bowl or toy
  • Growling, nipping and biting when trying to take something away from your dog
  • Snapping out at other dogs on the walk
  • Trembling and shaking at noises, people or other
  • Trapped lip
  • Hackles up to a stimulas

If you are worried about your dogs behaviour or would like some help with training, then contact me today.