How do i train my puppy to attack when i say attack or senses extreme fear?

Question

I would like for my puppy to be able to protect us because you never know what could happen. I used to have a german shepard that did nd was great. this pup is determined to be a husky lab.

Answer 1

As someone else replied, any dog that is well cared for and knows it is loved will be protective to some extent. It's a natural for most dogs. Even a little dog will bark a warning and nip an ankle.

I am assuming you just need guidance on nurturing a proper level of protectiveness of the family, not to raise a killer dog!

First, the dog has to feel a part of his family and feel the house and property are there to guard. A dog stuck out back on a chain will sure defend his doghouse but why would he care about the house if he is never allowed inside??! That is just an example of how not to have a naturally protective dog.

Now you can start pup training by first selecting the words or sounds for your commands. My mom trained her Dalmation early with the words "watch it" to be on alert to something. To remain close to her, not bark, etc but to be "on alert". Dogs are very capable of learning short concise word commands or sounds. Just like sit, stay, go potty, etc.

You need to know that your dog will learn the right words and actions to protect the family and not just go nuts and start biting someone. Mom used a very quiet tone for the alert commands, almost a whisper. The tone of voice is important. So one night when she heard a outside noise all she had to do was whisper "watch it" and the dog was quietly going through the house and checking at the doors and listening and waiting. He was ready in case he heard the "get it" command.

Most people do get a dog for several reasons and one is for protection. And dogs will naturally not let a stranger hurt family, even if just to bark and go nuts and run interference.

If your dog is well socialized to regular folks, friends and neighbors and OK kinds of people then it will be easier for it to sense your "panic" if you are indeed feeling threatened by a "stranger". Again, teaching dog a vocabulary. "Stranger" can be the signal word for it be on alert and on guard. Also need similar words to call it off alert.

A lot of the training is repetition, praise and one on one with your dog and the family.

I have had many packs over the years as am in rescue. None were specifically trained to protect. I've never felt that if I was in danger that my pack would not do their best to keep a stranger off of me. Give me a chance to run or get away at least. Because they were all loved and knew it.

Dogs that are trained for agression and to attack are the problems out there. The methods used to make them that way usually result in turning on the owner that hurt them. It is not protecting out of loyalty and love, but out of fear and being abused. A really protective dog is one that is basically spoiled rotten!

Answer 2

Hey be good to your dog and he will give his life for you if nessary.
There is no Training for that. Its a dogs worth. Don't teach your dog to atack. I run alot and like to bring my dog when I can. I had a Pit/Lab mix that was an alright running companion. But we got attack one day by some lose mut that the owner obviously does care about. My Dog run for her life. I had to protect her. I had to find a new home after that for her. She was not worth the food that I fed her as far I was concerned. But she makes my sister inlaw a good pet. I had a 12 lb poodle that would not back down from anything. It does not matter the size or the breed. It's the heart that counts. All I need is Tuff little dog that will stand his ground. While I kick in the attacking dogs ribs.

Answer 3

First, if you have a puppy, you aren't going to get it to attack unless you mistreat it.
Second, you really don't want your puppy to attack anyone unless you want to get sued and go to jail.
Third, you have a puppy "determined to be a husky lab" you are sol when it comes to a dog likely to be an attack dog.
Fourth, if you treat your dog well and develop a good relationship, if your dog senses danger you dog will protect you. Dogs are much more astute about danger than humans.

Answer 4

Most dogs will already be protective of their families anyway. My American Eskimo protected my child from a dog that became aggresive. She'd never displayed any behavior that made me think she ever would be protective until that day. You just have to trust the bond you have with your dog and that when the need is there, he will protect the family. There really is no need to "train" a dog to attack. You really need to be an experienced handler to do this sort of thing.

Answer 5

Although I don't recommend training your dog to 'attack', it would probably be good idea to take them to a basic obedience class. Most dogs naturally want to protect the people they love (even save them from drowning!), so the best way to get your pup to want to protect you is to form a very strong, loving bond.

As lay people, we should never seek to train our dogs to attack other people. Highly trained police handlers with highly trained police dogs are the only ones I feel comfortable utilizing such behaviors.

Answer 6

Be sure to gets lots of insurance because you will need it when you get sued.

If raised with love and proper care he will be protective. But teaching a dog to attack on command is not a smart thing to do. Especially if you don't know what your doing.

And most criminals are not trying to find out if your dog is friendly especially when they can go to your neighbor who has no pets.

Answer 7

i understand that you want your dog to protect you if it is ever needed, but you should not train your dog to "attack". most dogs who truly love their owners will protect them if it is needed. your current puppy is definitely not a guard breed like your german shepherd was, so the only way you will get that pup to bite on command is to abuse it or torment it until it bites (which is obviously a horrible idea). trust in your dog, socialize it so that it is comfortable around all people. that way it will recognize your different reactions to different kinds of people, as well as being able to tell when someone is acting strangely. your dog doesn't need to be an attack dog to protect you, a big bark will do just fine. my pit mix barks at large men when they come near me at night (which make me nervous) and they all get out of my way.

Answer 8

Do not train your dog to "PROTECT" not attack because you do not have a dog that would qualify for protection training. And PLEASE, do mot listen to people who have told you that their dogs will "PROTECT THEM TO DEATH". That is crap. Most dogs, a good 95% will run away from a threat and leave their owners standing there. And do not listen to those that tell you that dogs will turn on their owners and that the methods used are cruel. When training is done right by a competent trainer, the dog loves it and contrary to popular opinion, most good dogs do not work for love and all that crap, they work to satisfy their own drives. If you need personal protection, get a dog that qualifies for the job and have it properly trained.

Answer 9

1) you have to have a license to have an attack dog

2) dogs already sense fear and will attack if you are in trouble.

Answer 10

Yeah, there's a growing shortage of aggressive dogs.
If you want protection, install an alarm system.
Your dog will instinctively protect you without you teaching him to be aggressive or overly protective. He will consider you part of his pack and naturally protect when he thinks danger may be at hand.
Poor puppy!