Dealing With Aggressive Dog Behavior

It isn't easy dealing with an aggressive dog, but there are a number of things you can do that will lessen the incidence of displays of aggressiveness and eventually eliminating it. First, understand the reason for the dog's aggressive behavior and then first attempt to eliminate whatever is causing it; in many cases this will stop the displays all together.

Fear is a large reason many dogs display aggressive behavior. If the dog hasn't been socialized properly, he might dislike being petted or approached by people and other animals he isn't familiar with . Storms can cause some dogs to display aggressive behavior. The shows of aggression in these types of situations are so your dog can protect himself. To address his behavior, try to remove him from situations that cause him to act out. Your first response to aggressive behavior should be to try to take the dog out of the immediate fearful situation that is causing him to act out. Distractions such a television or radio, darkening a room and speaking to him calmly may be enough to reassure him that he is in no danger and calms down. When he calms on command, give him a treat.

As you know, dogs are also territorial. They assume it's their job to protect the boundaries of their domain and everything within it. Dogs look at themselves as rulers of their domain and don't like any kind of challenges from other dogs and even some people will be considered threats. If your dog gets pushy with you, give him a firm ,"No" command and remind him who top dog is with your tone of voice. Your dog will back down when he realizes you're still in charge. Pet him and praise him for obeying. Above all a dog wants to please.

Aggressive dog behavior can be dangerous. Do not attempt to pet your dog if he's displaying aggressive behavior until you are sure that you have his attention and he won't snap or bite you out of fear or panic. A good way to eliminate aggressive displays in your dog is to address what is causing the problem and train him through praise and rewards to handle his fear in other ways.
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