very aggressive puppy?

Question

I have A chow huskey sheperd mix pup she is only four months old and already showing some serious agression Just this morning I went to pick her up and she relly tore into me I was wondering if anyone else had this problem and I am not sure if behavior classes will work but I am willing to try if this has worked for someone else

Answer 1

Welcome to the world of owning a chow mix. Often they are not an easy dog to train and can be very determined and very aggressive. This is a dog that may take your hand off when he's two. If you're not willing to do some real work and put up with 10 years of aggravation, put him to sleep or give him away now. Sorry if that sounds harsh, but I've seen nice people waste hundreds or thousands of dollars on dogs like this, time and time again. You can't train away bad temperament - that's genetics.

If you're willing to try, then start doing some obedience training at least 15 minutes every day - HEEL, SIT, STAY, DOWN, COME. You are not providing clear, firm leadership if he thinks he can challenge you for position in the pack. (Make sure you're not rewarding this behavior by giggling or thinking it's cute - it's not.) Praise him and pet him ONLY when he's being good and submissive - rubbing his belly when he's lying down is the best.

Put him on a leash and keep it on ALL the time - even in the house. Use a nylon or chain choke collar - Do NOT use a pinch (prong) collar to correct aggression! Pinch collars will cause aggression problems to worsen and injure the dogs if you need to forcibly restrain them.You have to be able to control him at all times. If he growls or pesters you at all, pull up on the leash with steady pressure until he has to sit. Hold the leash snug, glare at him and say "Knock it off!" in a very stern voice. When he looks away or submits, give him something else to do - best to make him lie down and then praise him quietly.

Make sure he's are getting plenty of strenuous exercise every day, long walks twice a day now. When he's six or eight months old make it thirty minutes of hard running, not just a casual walk around the block. A tired dog is a lot less aggressive!

If he even gives you a dirty look, CORRECT him! Don't wait until a full blown growling or snarling session starts. Make him do long down stays next to you. Don't do anything for him before he does something for you. If he wants to get petted or have food? He has to sit and stay first. Pinning him on the ground on his back works too -but if you start a fight with this dog, you'd better win. If he's struggling or trying to play, you need to dig your fingers in just hard enough that he isn't having fun anymore. And that means no letting go until he stops absolutely all resistance and stays there. Even if he craps on the floor or bites you, you can't give up or he wins.

Also, don't let him up on beds or furniture - this gives him the psychological feeling of being your equal. Don't let him put his head or paw on your arm or on any other part of your body. The one on top is the boss. You don't have to be mean to him or hit him, but you (and everyone else in the house) need to take control right away.

You may need a professional trainer to help you with this, but let me warn you. Many of the people charging big bucks as "trainers" are not very good and may have no more experience than you do. Ask you local vet for a recommendation. Make sure you check out references from their satisfied customers. Check with the BBB for complaints. And DON'T send your dog away to be trained. It's a waste of money - you can't build a relationship with a dog that doesn't live with you.

I'd also suggest reading some really good books on training. Try not to do it randomly - there are a lot of bad books out there also! These are some of my favorites and you can get them on Amazon.com
Dog Problems - Benjamin
What All Good Dogs Should Know - Volhard
Training Your Dog: The Step by Step Method - Volhard
Good Owners, Great Dogs - Brian Kilcommins
Don't Shoot the Dog - Pryor
Cesar's Way - Cesar Millan

Also, watch the Dog Whisperer on the National Geographic Channel. Cesar Millan is the best trainer I've ever seen on TV.

Answer 2

All of those breeds have agression issues. First to see how agressive she is, roll her over on her back, and hold her there. If she growls, and puts up a fight, you have a pup that isn't going to be a follower - it wants to be the leader. You must hold her in that position until you feel her relax - which means she is giving into you, and allowing you to be the leader. Stare her directly in the eyes, a dog that stares back at you is showing you a sure sign of agression. Again, you can not be the first to look away, she has to be. You need to seriously consider whether you want a dog with these issues in your life. It is sad to say, but there are those times when a dog just can't be rehabilitated, and does not make a good pet. Please really look at the big picture - do you have children that will ever be around this dog? do you want a dog that you don't trust and feel comfortable with? This dog is only going to get bigger and stronger - will you be able to handle her when she is larger if she turns on you? A dog is supposed to be a part of your family, and it sounds as though this one just isn't going to be a good family member. As much as you may love the pup now, if her behavior continues, she will bring you nothing but grief. You should not feel guilty should you discuss this with your vet and decide the best thing is to have her put down. Don't pass an agressive dog off to someone else, the dog will not change it's personality for a new owner.

Answer 3

Puppies are puppies, much like babies, they need guidance and someone to watch over them 24/7, if they were still with their mother, that would not be a problem, if separated for her, you must not fill that position, as if you had adopted a child of your own. The puppy is just learning, and need to be cared for like a baby if they were crawling around on the ground, they get into all kinds of trouble, left unattended. You would never leave your baby at home unattended to go to work, yet you would leave a the puppy. Think about this?

Answer 4

Aggression usually can not be repaired. It can be taught. I would suggest spending a lot of time with the pup. A class could help but beware this kind of behaivor will manafest itself again later when the dog is to big to control. It is sad to say but you might want to consider a diferent kind of dog if you want to have a loving pet. Also do not cage train or put the dog on a leash in the yard this can make the aggression worse.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

You need obedience classes NOW. All dogs are trainable and if you don't know how to give it the proper discipline it needs for a structured, balanced life, it will only get worse as the puppy grows. PLEASE go to training. this will help the dog realize that YOU are the alpha in the pack and that YOU are setting the example for him. If you let the dog get away with biting at you, then it may bite others, and this is very dangerous. training professionals can help you break through to the dog to help it become a good, loving companion animal. Please look into this now!!

Answer 10

I had dogs that won obediance shows, one way i dealt with aggression was to get a can of air and when the dog was agressive give it a shot of air in its nose, once the dog started realising the air comes out during agressive acts,it will stop fast, they hate the air and its harmless. Take a while but works great i use computer cleaning air cans. Never use aggresion to combat agression in the way of hitting your dog, just makes it worse,I can tell the owner hits the dog if it is hand shy! Good luck with your issue!

Answer 11

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