I have two dogs, a one year old female spayed German Shepherd, that I've had for six months, and a husky mix, unspayed, that I've had for 3 weeks. The GSD has always had issues with dominance/aggression, but after the initial spat, they got along well together. For the past week, I've noticed the new dog challenging her a bit more, and they didn't get along as well as they used to. Today, when I let the new dog in from outside, Aurora attacked her! The new dog tried to submit, but Aurora would not let go. I screamed at her, but she wouldn't listen. The only way I got her to let go was by grabbing the collar and holding it until she ran out of air. The new dog has a hole in her head; you can see the skull! The only thing that saved her life was that Aurora missed the "kill bite" and wound up biting her lower jaw instead. My question is: has anyone else had to deal with a situation like this? My plan is to rehome Aurora, and keep the white dog, but what would you do?
2006-10-04 19:58:16 · 7 answers · asked by rita_alabama 6 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Keeping them permanently seperated is not an option, either. My yard/house is too small for that.
The reason I decided to keep the new dog instead of Aurora is that the new dog fits my life better (calmer, not aggressive, gets along with the cats)
Did I mention that Aurora tried to kill my kitten twice?
Aurora would be an awesome pet in the right home. She's protective, loyal, obedient, but I don't think I'm that home.
2006-10-04 20:01:52 · update #1
You definitely need to separate these dogs, even if re-homing one is your only option. It's very doubtful they will ever get along anf the situation is dangerous already. I've never had quite this situation before, but a friend of mine did, and had to give away a dog because of it.
Check with friends, your vet, at work, or even place an ad in the paper to see if someone can give Aurora a good home.
2006-10-04 20:09:29 · answer #1 · answered by suninmyskies 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Interdog Aggression
2016-11-10 21:46:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alot of dogs are territorial and do not like the idea of another pet coming in and taking over their "territoy". She should have let go when the new dog sumbited to let her know she knew she was "leader".
I think you are going to have a tough time placing Aurora. Alot of people do not want to adopt an aggresive dog, and it would be horribly wrong for you to not inform the new owners of her aggresion. Like you said, they did get along, and today, she snapped. Most families are looking for a "perfect" dog, and if an older dog, something calm trained, friendly, ect. And i dont want her seeing put to sleep when all she needs is hard discipline and alot of time to do so.
My advise is to work with her. Cage her if you need to until you can get her attitude adjusted. Call Cesar Millan (the Dog Whisper haha) or watch his show..Its actually very informative. Or seek the advice and guidence of a trained professional. Dont just get rid of her because shes not working out for you anymore.
I work at a vet hospital and we do not put down animals for these reasons, nor do we know any that do, unless documented and court ordered. Animals are not to be disposed of after being aggresive. We allow murderes and rapist to live in cells but animals need to be euthinised? No. You commited to this animal . THis animal loves you and relys on you to take control and work with him. You wouldnt put down a rebell child would you? Same as an animal. Seperate the animals, work with him, he will act and be how you want him to be when he is taught how to be that way.
2006-10-04 20:16:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If Aurora has already tried to kill your kittens and is now trying to kill your other dog, I am afraid she has a major agression problem and may be better off euthanised.
To me it wouldn't be responsible of you to re-home her, if she is trying to kill cats and other dogs now, it is only a small step till she attacks a child.
The new dog, being entire, will start challenging.
Please be responsible with the aggressive German Shepherd
2006-10-04 20:12:37 · answer #4 · answered by Feline Female 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeap but dont eva grab z collar again bad move alwayz wear a,,,,wait a sec..the best thing to do is turn the hose on them or a bucket of cold water cause dog could react an bit you like its happened to me.(special note the screaming aint good eva love can put somethink in more of a panic an it heards your head afterwoods}...please note the bucket of water an cold hose also gets rid of crazys,pervs, that come into you yard without getting to aggresive,...yeah the only thing is too the dog that went nuts... once they get a taste for it blood sometimes the only good thing is too,.have it put down.. sorryz because you cant trust it an it might do it to a child
2006-10-04 20:10:24 · answer #5 · answered by GOOCH 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a similar problem - look at my last question if you want. I haven't given up on the dog yet. I will try training. If you go to a good trainer who can correct behavioural problems, with no abuse (that would only make things worse), maybe it can work. Otherwise, try to find a good home for one of the two and make sure to keep contact with her.
2006-10-04 20:08:32 · answer #6 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the dogs are fighting becouse your not in control of the situation and one is trying to claim you and your home from the other. you need to become the "pack leader" i suggest getting profesional help for this, obidience school wont help you, you need to affect there minds. it sounds dumb but walk them together (with proffesional help)
protective is a sign of possesivness, and also means that the dog feels dominant over you.
2006-10-04 20:03:49 · answer #7 · answered by nicholas_dloniak 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋