Dogs are certainly among man's best friends. However, in some circumstances, these animals also have the potential to be people's and other animals' worst enemy.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 4.7 million Americans- almost two percent of the population- were bitten by dog in 1994. According to the American Humane Association, dog bites are a major health problem for children, which can be more dangerous than measles, mumps and whooping cough combined. Most of the dog biting victims are children under the age of 15 over half of these bites occur on the dog's owner's property.
Training aggressive dog first requires some basic understanding of why dogs become aggressive. dogs have an instinct to defend their territory or anything they feel, belongs to them. Your dog may cause harm if he feels threatened by some changes in their environment. Such aggression normally finds its root in the lack of security and confidence. In such instances, simple dog obedience training would not curb aggressive dog behavior.
Training aggressive dog seriously and properly with special aggressive dog training will however solve the problem. Aggressive dog behavior includes barking and,growling, snarling, snapping, biting, and baring the teeth and many other behavior also. It is therefore important to prevent such aggressive dog behavior early before it taking to the next level of aggression.
Here a few tipS to prevent aggression in dogs:
Early prevention techniques: Always check with a veterinarian before looking at alternative remedies. This will help rule out any medical causes for dog aggression.
Neutered or Spaying: Especially in male dogs are much less likely to be aggressive toward dogs and other people. These behavior benefits are particularly true if you castrate your dog between the ages of 9 and 12 months, and females between seven and 12 months.
Muzzle: If you know your dog has aggressive tendencies,then it is irresponsible to risk the health of other by not taking suitable precautions. a muzzled dog will often be avoided by people and so muzzling may also help prevent your dog from being provoked to attack.
Use a Choke Collar or choke Chains: A choke collar is used both to remind your dog you need his attention and to correct the dog. To perform a correction, pull the collar or a leash attached to it firmly and quickly. Say "NO!" while doing so in a firm voice. Release the tension just as soon as you apply it. If he obeys you, give him a reward and praise for his obedience.
Get professional help: Aggression woes won't disappear by themselves. They require in-home support from an animal behaviorist.
A dog's aggressive behavior is due to lack training, supervision and control by the owner. It is advisable that you start to train your puppy while they are still young to prevent them from developing aggressive behavior. It is also important that you carefully observe and try to communicate with your pet so that both of you will have a clear understanding of where each of you stands in the pack.
David Marshall is freelancer owner and dog trainer. For learn more, please visit us at
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