At first my golden retriever was very nice to other dogs and always wanted to play with them. But after a while he started to attack them. Every time he sees another dog all of his hair on his back stands up and he starts to bark. He runs and tries to bite the other dogs. And he has before.The thing is that the other dogs give him no reason to do this? Why is he doing this and is there a way to stop him?
2006-12-24 16:00:25 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Dominence is the main cause.If the dog is young it is usually playing but you need to keep the dog in contact with other dogs to socialize..Dogs are very territorial and protective especially if on your own property.If the problem continues go to classes to learn behavior modification..Any dog can turn on people or other animals for no reasons but generally if a dog is fixed he or she will calm down more so then a un fixed one.
2006-12-24 18:43:31 · answer #1 · answered by karen e 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There are a number of reasons that your Golden could be going after other dogs, and chances are that this did not not happen out of the blue. Please consult with a trainer who can physically look at your dog and his reactions, and the trainer can help tell you what is going on with your dog.
Getting a vet screening is also a good idea if your dog is at least 3 or 4 and previously liked other dogs for years and has in fact suddenly changed behavior.
2006-12-25 15:59:50 · answer #2 · answered by FairlyErica 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Neutering in time helps. Also maybe now he is becoming a "man". Is he about 2 years old? Also, maybe they have their tails up and mark wherever he has marked. My dog does this, and although he does not attack other dogs, they attack him for being too arrogant in his attitude. A golden retriever like yours had attacked us and they got into a fight actually. Ever since my dog has become a little aggressive too. Has yours had any bad experience with another dog? Try to socialise him, but I don't know if you'll succeed, he may be too dominant. At least he could play with females, or does he attack them too? Anyway, train him to at least obey you and stop when you say NO.
2006-12-24 17:19:08 · answer #3 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope you called the authorities and reported a case to them. The owners could be fined with the death of your beloved pug and your retriever. Though your wife may have killed their pit, there is nothing that you can do. Your wife was defending the life of you pet. Just remember, that you are the reflection of your dog. Maybe your neighbor's pit didn't have proper socialization. Even if it hadn't died, you could've made a case of the dog, making it a possible threat to others, making it vicious and dangerous. But, believe me, I am all for pit bulls. My saying is with Villalobos. If it aint bit, it aint ****. I know how the temperament of these dogs can be. It's not your fault. Again, just call the authorities and tell them your issue. You will either go to court, or you may not. This is something that your neighbors could've prevented. If these 'gangsters' come after you, you can always call the authorities again and have a restraining order against them. I hope I have eased your worries.
2016-05-23 05:05:16 · answer #4 · answered by Jean 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suspect his behavior as an adult dog versus that of his "youth", so to speak, is motivated by what he sees as an obligation to protect the pack, IOW his family. He considers you to be one of the pack. He hasn't all of a sudden become a mean anmal he's simply matured. Male dogs don't differ too much from male humans in that sense. Get a good book or DVD on dog training and I think you will have no difficulty teaching your dog a different behavior.
2006-12-24 16:25:34 · answer #5 · answered by Don W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything from age, health, mental health, living conditions, etc. could've been a factor or factors in the change in his behavior. My suggestion would be to contact a trainer or behaviorist who could evaluate and assess the situation while your dog encounters other dogs.
A behavior problem can be too difficult for owners to solve or correct, so it's best to seek advice from professionals and get down to the core of the problem.
2006-12-24 16:08:59 · answer #6 · answered by Wags 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could have to do with age, if he is an older Golden. Goldens are usually a very mellow breed, however. It could be any number of things that set off this habit...I really think you would be better off asking a vet about this.
2006-12-24 16:06:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some dogs love humans and hate other dogs. Sometimes once a dog reaches full adult dog-ness, usually around 3-4 years, they just won't tolerate sharing their human's attention with any other dog.
2006-12-24 16:46:54 · answer #8 · answered by TransDude78 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe because he was a puppy and now he is older. He may always do that it's a dog nature. He wont's to be big man on the block. In a pack of dogs,loins,wolves, or any other somebody has to be leader he wont's to be that.
2006-12-24 16:11:05 · answer #9 · answered by bittywrap 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is your dog neutered? My male golden is aggressive to other males simply because he is "intact". He is also "protecting" me from other males. This can happen even if he is neutered. Dogs are sometimes funny about their "property". If he is intact, you could neuter him, that will probably work. It did for my other male.
2006-12-24 17:53:05 · answer #10 · answered by TexasVetTech 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋