hi, i have 5 dogs, but 2 of them are boys, they used to be fine together, but recently troy (the younger dog) has been beating up tazz (the older dog). tazz may be older but he is smaller than troy, so recently troy has been beating up tazz and attacking him at every chance he has, all tazz has to do is walk into the room and troy jumps on him and attacks him. i dont know what to do, my mum doesnt want to newter troy cos hes like her stud dog, and tazz is already newterd. im not getting rid of any of them, so does anyone have any advice?
2007-04-02 22:42:20 · 10 answers · asked by sav 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The first step is to separate the dogs and keep them separated unless you have one on lead. You should discuss this with your vet or a trainer also. Troy is attempting to move up in pack rank, he senses that Tazz is getting older and weaker and the position is opened. Even if they recognize you and your family members as the top dogs they will still vie for a higher rank among each other. Your best option is to give that position to Troy and thus eliminate his need to fight for it. Feed Troy first, give him attention first, treats first etc. Be careful doing this and as I said discuss it with a professional before beginning. Also make sure to reinforce your alpha position so that should Troy attempt any attacks on Tazz you can call him off. Good luck.
2007-04-03 00:57:04 · answer #1 · answered by jjtrue 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a dominance issue where Troy wants the alpa position. Have you ever watched the Dog WHisperer with Cesar Milan he offers a lot of advice and good training tips. But you as the humans should be seen as the alphas and there should be no need that Troy wants the position. Trying walking them together, one it helps form unity and the other it helps to get out the excess pent up energy. Also make sure Troy is disciplined or corrected when he attacks Jazz. You play the role as a strong alpha and correct the behavior.
2007-04-03 01:32:31 · answer #2 · answered by TritanBear 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is an example of pack behavior. A dog will always try to "move up" in the pack. Its sort of like getting a doggie promotion. The key is to let the dogs know that YOU are the boss. If they do not have a leader, one of the dogs will assume the roll. To help with this problem, you might want to look up "nothing in life is free" training. You have to be fair, set rules for the dogs, treat them the same and ensure they know you are the boss. Once they know you are the boss, they will accept correction on their behavior (like beating up their pack mates). I would also suggest neutering Troy. Unless your mother is a licensed breeder, there is no reason to not neuter the dog. He'll be healthier and have a more healthy life. He will also most likely live longer.
You may have to separate them initially but it is not a long term solution. I have malamutes which are about as close to wolves as you can get. At first we had a lot of blood and flying fur, now we have peace in our house. The key is good training. Separating them all the time is not a workable solution. You may find that you may have to at certain times (like meals) but separating them for small amounts of time is much easier than doing it always. You also may want to consider crate training. It gives the dog a comfortable and safe place to hide out.
2007-04-02 22:52:19 · answer #3 · answered by david.tinker 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You had better see a dog behaviorist right away. This problem can escalate until one or both of the dogs is seriously injured, it can even end up with one of them dead!
And your mom ought to stop being so selfish and decide to do what's best for those dogs. Why does she need a stud dog anyway? Doesn't she know there are millions of animals dying in shelters every year, and up to 25% of them are purebred??? I'm not saying that neutering is going to be the solution anyway, but if it could help then it's something to consider and refusing to consider it is just selfish.
2007-04-02 23:44:44 · answer #4 · answered by Bers 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your only other option, since you refuse to either neuter or adopt one of them out, is to physically separate them at all times. That sounds complicated, but you don't want to find a battered or dead dog in your living room one day. Your mom's breeding program sounds suspicious; since when do professional breeders deliberately use a dog for stud who shows violent unprovoked aggression? To my mind that's an example of an irresponsible breeder. One is supposed to breed for temperament at least as much as for looks.
2007-04-02 22:48:34 · answer #5 · answered by charmedchiclet 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is natural pack behavior. Stopping it will be most difficult, and with some breeds - even dangerous. Even if you assert your alpha role, those two will continue to vie for their own 'place' in the pack. Separating them is the only sure-cure.
2007-04-02 23:02:10 · answer #6 · answered by ericscribener 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really should get them neuter. They are fighting for Alpha dog. If you get them neuter a lot of the fighting will go away.
2007-04-02 23:16:37 · answer #7 · answered by Trumpetgirl913 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a male German Shepherd and a male Chihuahua. I have to keep them separated! The little one thinks he's just as big and tough, and the bigger will kill him given the chance.
2007-04-02 22:49:19 · answer #8 · answered by lisacantcook 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
the younger is just feeling his oats(even dogs can have a child mentality)obedience school and behavior modification
2007-04-02 22:53:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of dogs are these?
Same sex aggression is not all that uncommon, but are you sure it's not play?
2007-04-03 01:26:31 · answer #10 · answered by libertydogtraining 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋