I have a black lab mix about 2 yrs. old. He has slowly been getting meaner. He never liked us messing with his harness and it's come to the point that I can't even take off his leash with out him growling. Yesterday he bit my hand by nothing serious. what do you think?
2006-12-10 13:34:11 · 11 answers · asked by sophia 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It seems like your dog is questioning your pack leader authority. You need to reassert your position on him. Calm assertiveness works quite well.
2006-12-10 13:38:54 · answer #1 · answered by mrpuddles79 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that scary I have a 1 1/2 yr old female lab and she is a big sweety ! Labs are usully lovableI would geta dog trainer ASAPDoes he hate the leash My lab didnt like hers and would pull me home from walks Since I live in the county I stopped using it
if i were yo u i would get a trainer tho i am sure it can be fixed
good luck
2006-12-10 21:42:48 · answer #2 · answered by iamblessed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is out of character for a Labrador retriever. Check the dog for an injury or other reason that it may be experiencing some pain. A vet could help with an examination and possibly advice on how best to proceed. Hope this helps.
2006-12-10 21:56:08 · answer #3 · answered by Neil S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like time for a check up at the vet then to Dog school. He needs to be taught to behave properly before something bad happens.
2006-12-10 21:37:26 · answer #4 · answered by atricky123 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like theres some issues or insecurities hes developed somehow. I would consult a behaviorist. They can tell you whats going on and give you ways to help him. He needs a professional.
2006-12-10 21:40:31 · answer #5 · answered by stashley88 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he really wanted to hurt you he probably would have. He could be sick or in pain. Take him to the vet and make sure he is ok. Make sure they check his teeth. My sister had a grumpy chow and it turned out to be a toothache.
If he is not sick then talk to a behaviorist, it could be something really simple and easy to fix.
2006-12-10 21:58:11 · answer #6 · answered by fille_65 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dominant and aggressive behavior. Your dog may love you but he doesn't respect you as alpha. Read this and regain your status. Your dog is feeling insecure trying to be the boss -- you can change that around -- http://www.leerburg.com/aggresiv.htm
2006-12-10 21:37:47 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many resons why your dog could act this way.
1. Maybe he is sick. Sometimes dogs get aggresive when they are sick.
2. You need to show him who is boss!
2006-12-10 21:39:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I WOULD TAKE HIM TO THE VET AS DOG'S GET OLDER , OR IF THE ARE IN PAIN OR HAVE A HEALTH ISSUE THIS CAN SOMETIMES HAPPEN. jUST GET HIM CHECKED OUT, I HOPE HE IS OKAY! GOOD LUCK!
2006-12-10 21:50:38 · answer #9 · answered by pitbull lover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Time for the pound, you don't want a psychotic dog
2006-12-10 21:37:21 · answer #10 · answered by tanya 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋