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SIGNS OF DANGER IN THE FAMILY DOG
Friday March 6 2009      

Animal behaviorist Leighton Oosthuisen of Partners Dog Training has provided the following as a public service guide into what may indicate a risk in a dog.  This guide is by no means exhaustive and other factors may be in play. Use extreme caution when dealing with aggression or you WILL be injured.
Consult Partners Dog Training (480 595 6700) if you have any questions.

Questions

  • So what are the warning signs you may have an aggression issue?
  • What makes dogs attack?
  • Why do some attacks result in death?

Danger signs of the family pet towards family members

  • Acts territorial around family members
  • Mounting behavior of children or other pets
  • Marking (urinating) people, children, beds, clothing
  • Destructive behavior of clothing or beds
  • Possessive of family members
  • Growls at others while being held or carried
  • Toy guarding
  • Exit guarding
  • Food or water bowl guarding
  • Displaying elevation dominance
  • Covering (lying on with paw or body) a child or baby
  • Possessive of couches or beds
  • Irritable behavior when sleeping
  • Growls or snaps when awoken
  • Become irritable when being hugged or held
  • Hides under tables or objects
  • Adult dogs mouthing family members
  • Snarling, raising lip, snapping, nipping or biting are all unacceptable

The following play behaviors are potential signs of a problem

  • Chases every bicycle, roller blade or runner they see
  • Excessive excitement while kids are swimming, playing or running
  • Excessively chases or hunts critters
  • Out of control when visitors come to front (or back) door

Danger signs of the family pet towards other animals

  • Growls at other dogs or animals
  • Lunges or jumps at other animals
  • Herds other animals or family members
  • Non-responsive to handler (owner) control attempts

Warning

  • Aggression involving dominance or pack drive can be life threatening.
  • Becomes unpredictable when in vicinity of other animals (or people)
  • ANY TIME A DOGS TEETH BREAK SKIN, THIS IS A BITE!
  • Aggressive behavior that is untreated escalates into more serious issues
  • Contact us if you think you are dealing with this area.

 

Author:
Leighton Oosthuisen
March 5, 2009
Leighton@PartnersDogTraining.com
www.PartnersDogTraining.com
Office 480 595 6700
4640 E Forest Pleasant Place
Cave Creek AZ 85331
United States of America

 
 
 
       
 
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