my dog is dangeriously aggressive and jealous..help?

Question

when i hug my dad, he bits me on the lips and arms and growls visciously showing his teeth. what do i do??

Im female
My dog is neutured 8 months male poodle
He started acting this way about 3 months ago
Growls, bites, shows teeth, and tries to jump to my face & bite me.

Answer 1

You have to be more assertive with the dog. If it growls use a very firm voice telling it to stop and if it bites spank it on the nose or butt so it knows to stop. Be sure to reward it for good behavior and use a soft playful voice when it's not misbehaving.

If you're seriously afraid of your dog, I'm sorry to say you should have it put down.

Answer 2

This is a VERY serious problem. It may even be, unfortunately, too late to correct this behavior.

You need to understand WHY he acts as he does.
Dogs are social creatures and the pack (which your dad is a part of) has a "pecking order." This is often the cause of this problem when it relates to interactions with others.

I really can't give you a better answer without knowing more facts such as:

Are you male or female?
Is your dog male or female?
Does he always behave this way?
How does he behave when you just get close to your dad?

You might try a "shaker can" (put 6-10 marbles, nuts, ball bearings, etc in a can and seal it) and give this a hard shake when your dog acts this way. It should distract him and if he stops growling, give him immediate praise.

You can try to associate you and your dad with something that the dog likes (a particular treat, etc) so that he looks forward to these interactions.

This a very complex issue. I highly recommend the following book:

When Good Dogs Do Bad Things by Mordecai Siegal & Matthew Margolis
(http://www.amazon.com/When-Good-Dogs-Bad-Things/dp/0316790125/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1196223201&sr=1-2)

Go down to you local library and get it ASAP.

Answer 3

Dogs are pack animals like wolves, you are either in charge and they obey you or you aren't and they can be aggressive to you and eventually hurt you. You need to teach your dog who is in charge, NOW! otherwise you will be taking him to the pound in short order or trying to pry the neighbors toddler out of his teeth and wondering why. Go to the library and get several good books on dog training and also read up on wolves.
Dogs are not exactly like their wild cousins but it can be very informative.
For instance wolf pups bite and lick at the lips of adults to beg for food. So it could be when you kiss your dad then the dog thinks you are begging and does the same.
a second senorio would be that the dog is punishing you for takeing that attention that it feels that belongs to it. Like treating you like a pup. You are not the pup! You are King/Queen and center of it's world or you are in trouble. The whole family needs to participate in training the dog and giving it a place in it's "pack". That does not mean beating it into submision. It means understanding how it thinks and communicates and training, training, training! Give it love when it's doing what you want and don't reward it with attention when it's bad and that means the whole family.
Still you can't allow this, to be a successful pet in a human home the dog must be trained and that means you've got some work to do, it's all about being a good owner so good luck and start reading!

Answer 4

You dog is PACK LEADER and is that needs to be stopped.

Depending on the size of the dog you may need different approaches. FIRST YOU NEED TO BECOME PACK LEADER. When the dog is good you can talk to him and pet. When he is bad ignore him and even leave the room or put the dog in the floor and stand up and turn your back. Bad behavior is not tolerated, possessiveness or growling Push him down and become unavailable. Repeat the behavior. If he attempts to get on the sofa or bed, IMMEDIATE, push him down and totally ignore him. Anyone coming in the house should ignore him, no talking to him, no eye contact. If you pet or talk when he is bad you are telling him that behavior is OK.

It may even take some more aggressive behavior on your part, but you really need a trainer to help.....especially if he is strong or big. Push him to the floor and roll him onto his side and make him stay there until he submits to your authority. He needs to become calm and submissive in that position. Any time he get extremely aggressive, push him into a submissive position. If you have even watched dogs this is what the puppies will do to each other, the dominate one will push the other dog to the ground and stand over him until he submits. You are just using dog language.

He needs to learn that you are now PACK LEADER and he does not control the company or affection. You will be surprised how fast he learns and straightens up.

good luck

Answer 5

I'd consider seeing a behaviorist or trainer. However, you can try doing things with him that reinforce your dominance, and if thats pretty established, then disciplining him when he does it. You shouldn't accept bad behavior. Dogs are remarkably smart and perceptive - they can definitely learn whats acceptable. For instance, my dog has a habit of pulling the stuffing out of his bed when I'm not home. Every time he does it, I punish him. How? I call him over - and he knows already, by the tone of my voice, and I show him some stuffing. Thats it - he wont look at me, and licks his lips (a submissive sign). Then I dont give him attention for 10 seconds or so.

The point is that with an assertive dog like you have ( he really wants his own way ) you have to be really on top of the punishment. Instant consequences, so he knows theres no wiggle room. Immediately correct him verbally, a strong "NO." and then both of you turn and face away from him. A dog is a pack animal; so being left out is in itself a strong punishment.

Answer 6

Your dog may be showing resource guarding behavior and it's dangerous and can get worse. You've got a problem dog and should find a trainer. The next time he bites you it could be worse and you're going to have to either do a lot of work with this dog or get rid of him, and frankly no one wants a dog that bites a family member.

www.fearfuldogs.com

Answer 7

You need a dog behaviorist not a trainer. Your vet may be able to refer you. You have a big problem here if the dog is biting you. For now I would not behave so affectionately with other people when the dog is in the room. I would spend more time playing and walking with the dog and take him to obedience classes too. your dog needs help asap before he really hurts someone and you have to put him to sleep because he is so out of control.

Answer 8

Does he know what "No" means yet? If not, he will now. Whenever he does something like that, firmly tell him no but don't spank him. Spanking just makes them more aggressive.

Obedience class. Petsmart offers them. =)

Edit:
Don't put him down until he makes you bleed (no matter how minuscule) and tastes blood. I did read something about that bringing out some primitive instincts. Dogs come from wolves you know.

The doggy hierarchy is all about dominance. If you allow him to dominate you (like pulling on the leash), he will think he is in control. You need to start putting some ground rules and let him know he's not the one in charge. Whenever you walk with him, make sure he walks behind or besides you. Maybe buy a dog training book, too.

Answer 9

Call the Dog wisperer!!!!!! or get rid of your dog im sorry I couldnt handle that!

The more you learn about dog psychology, the better you will be able to connect with your canine companion!

Dogs are not humans. Before they receive love and affection, they need exercise, clear direction, and leadership. Giving them love alone doesn’t create balance in their lives. Be a pack leader!

Rehabilitating a dog is not about “fixing” it. It’s about you, the owner, creating the intention for what you want, not what you’re feeling. Dogs pick up on feelings of fear, doubt, or worry – and they will move to fill them by attempting to become dominant.

Practice unwavering leadership every day, especially on your walk. The energy you’re projecting internally is the message you’re sending to your dog.

Dedicate at least 45 minutes of time to the dog’s walk in the morning. Let the dog know you have a consistent pattern that you expect it to follow. Utilize your dog’s energy in a positive manner.

Don’t expect more from your dog(s) than your own children. Dogs need discipline, too. Give them rules, boundaries, and limitations as well as love.

Avoid nurturing your dog’s fears or unstable mind. Imagine a successful scenario and hold it in your mind when dealing with your dog.

You are the source of your dog’s energy. You are the role model.

Challenge the dog’s mind – dogs want to know what to do with their lives. Let the dog work for your affection. Once in a calm-submissive state, your love will intensify those qualities in your dog.

Dogs need “on” and “off” time. Engage them fully in structured times together; then they can relax and avoid impatient or destructive behaviors.
Dogs show us how much we can learn – they live in the moment. Try it!

Answer 10

Doesn't your dad correct the dog? Sometimes people think this behavior is "cute" in small dogs, but it really isn't. You wouldn't put up with it in a pit, why tolerate it with a poodle?