TERRITORIAL AGGRESSION: Many dogs were bred to have guarding instincts, including many of the working breeds like German Shepherds, Doberman, or Rottweiler. Most dogs have a natural instinct to alert or guard what they perceive as their territory. This can manifest in a dog that barks when strangers approach the yard or won’t let visitors [...]
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Canine Aggression Series: Fear Aggression
In this series we go over the types of aggression, including causes and possible treatments. FEAR AGGRESSION: A fear-aggressive dog shows physiologic signs of fear along with aggression. A fearful dog may appear generally insecure and give off signals like cowering, shaking, or averting is eyes. Owners may describe their dog as “skittish,” “nervous,” or [...]
Canine Aggression Series: Types of Aggression in Dogs
Aggression is a serious matter and very stressful for everyone involved. Dog owners want to know why their dog is being aggressive. It’s often complex, with some dogs having multiple types of aggression as well as unique triggers. It helps to first understand that there are many types of dog aggression. In this series, we [...]
