Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Do you Know How to Cope With Dog Aggression?

Dogs are predatory animals so it's only natural
that one would show signs of aggressive behavior
even as a puppy. The best way to deal with
aggression in a dog is to prune his behaviors
early on.

It's the master's responsibility to train a dog
to be submissive and obedient. A dog will act
aggressively on different occasions for various
reasons. Among the most common reasons are:

Fear or insecurity

Protecting his territory

Struggling for dominance

Feeling trapped or threatened

Hunger

Boredom (chasing cars for example)

The dog has been pampered and suddenly his needs
or wants aren't being met to his satisfaction.

Show your dog who is boss from the very
beginning. There must be no doubt in his mind
that your every command is to be obeyed
immediately.

This will take dedication and patience to
accomplish. A very well trained dog will respond
favorably to his master's commands even at a
distance and without a leash. That is not to say
though that you should ever take your dog out in
public without a leash.

Most communities have leash laws and even though
you feel that you know your dog well, he may
behave erratically in an unfamiliar situation.

Once your puppy has been de-wormed and had his
shots you'll do well to gradually introduce him
to other dogs. Remain in control of his actions
at all times. If the other dog becomes
aggressive, hold your dog back to teach him not
to respond to provocation.

If your dog becomes aggressive you'll need to
take charge quickly. A stern "no" and short jerk
on the leash will send him the message that this
behavior will not be tolerated.

Another problematic behavior stemming from
aggression is chasing cars, people, cats, other
dogs etc. Not only is it unacceptable behavior
but chasing has resulted in the death of untold
numbers of family pets.

Chasing is instinctual, hunting behavior and
nearly every dog will chase something at one time
or another. Going against such a deeply ingrained
and natural trait is truly a challenge.

Since hunting behavior is necessary for survival
in the wild, it is probably the hardest habit to
break in a dog. Even if your dog is obedient at
other times he may very well ignore your commands
and take off after that irresistible rabbit.

There's no way to outrun a dog. He'll leave you
eating his dust every time. So how can you stop
him from exhibiting this aggressive behavior from
a distance?

The answer lies in :

*Gaining control of his ability to go after what
he wants in an enclosed space.

*Place a favorite toy or piece of food just out
of his reach.

*Prevent him from going after it by holding him
back with the leash.

*Tell him to sit and when he obeys you, shower
him with praise.

*Then offer him the thing that he wants. By
repeating this training you are teaching your dog
that he's not allowed to have anything without
your permission.

Start your puppy's training early on and don't
allow aggression to take hold. You'll have fewer
headaches, passersby will be safe, and your dog
will be more likely to live a few years longer.

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