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Understanding and Managing Dog Aggression
Empowering dog owners with knowledge and effective strategies to understand and address dog aggression, fostering safer and happier relationships between pets and their families
“Aggresssion is fundementally an anxiety disorder”
– Dr Karen Overall, MA, VMD, PhD, DACVB, CAAB, Researcher, specialist in veterinary behavioral medicine
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More than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States.
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Almost 1 in 5 people bitten by dogs require medical attention.
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No evidence that aversive practices are necessary for dog training or behavior modification.
Dealing with an aggressive dog can be emotionally taxing and distressing for owners, often leading to feelings of frustration and uncertainty.
However, with consistent effort, significant improvements in the dog’s behavior are possible. By addressing the underlying causes of aggression and implementing appropriate behavior modification techniques, owners can help their dogs experience a notable change in their behavior.
With patience and persistence, this can pave the way for a happier and more fulfilling relationship between the owner and their pet.
Learn more about science-backed proven methods to improve dog aggression and reactivity.
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Controlling dog aggression by using a dog muzzle
If it is possible your dog might bite, or your dog is aggressive, snarky or reactive, or if your dog is in a situation where they are in pain, you really should consider investing in and training your dog to wear a dog muzzle. On the one hand, people can feel more confident when their…
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Which Medication Should be Used for Dog Aggression?
Which medication(s) your dog will respond best to for aggression or anxiety to depends on the diagnosis, because aggression is only a symptom of an underlying problem, not a diagnosis in and of itself, as well as your dog’s individual physiology. A medication that works for one dog, may not work for another. Prescription medication…
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What you may not know about rewarding a dog’s fear or aggression
Can treats reinforce a dog’s fear or aggression? A person that posted a comment on our blog asked us such a good question in response to our article, 5 Harsh Realities of Treating Dog Aggression that we thought it was worth a blog post. The question came after a statement that treats can’t reinforce (strengthen…
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Does Gut Bacteria Play A Role In Dog Aggression?
Studies have found that disruptions in the gut microbiome, such as an imbalance in the ratio of beneficial to harmful bacteria, can lead to various health problems, including behavioral issues in dogs. In particular, some research has suggested that alterations in the gut microbiome may contribute to aggression in dogs. One possible explanation is that…
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Managing dog aggression by using a head halter for an aggressive dog
On this page: Disclosure: We strive to offer genuine assistance based on thorough research and expertise. In some instances, we may suggest products that we believe can aid in addressing these challenges. It’s important to note that we may earn a commission from online retailers if we link to them and if you choose to…
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The importance of getting your dog’s attention at the earliest stage of aggressive arousal.
We and our dogs are unable to pay full attention to more than one thing at a time. Outside of dogs that are aggressive toward their owners, it means that if you can hold your dogs attention, they will not be attention to whatever else he is becoming aggressive towards. Dogs that are not attending to the threats…
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