Pain or Stress Can Be at the Root of Dog Aggression A very common dog bite scenario is when a person needs to handle a dog that is in pain. Most people are pretty forgiving about a bite that happens this way. They find it understandable that a dog in pain might lash...
The Misreading of Social Cues Can Lead To Dog Aggression People and dogs can both be guilty of misreading or being totally oblivious of each other’s social cues. Sometimes this is just a simple lack of clear communication but, in other cases, this can lead to an...
Obnoxious Active Submission Is Connected To Dog Aggression Submission is said to come in two basic forms, active and passive. Passive submission is much calmer and tends to keep dogs out of trouble. It’s kind of a roll over and play dead or “please rub my belly” sort...
Frustration and Agitation Dog aggression is often created, or intensified, due to some form of frustration or agitation. This could be a momentary agitation or a build up of chronic frustration over time. Either way, it’s vital to understand that frustration...
Question: Hi Chad, I hope all is well with you, your family and dogs. We are currently in your group obedience class and you came to our house 3 months ago for a session because of biting and jumping. My wife and I are at our wits end and almost ready to give him up...
Dogs are a unique and amazing species with their own particular psychology, language and instincts. Because we invite dogs into our families and societies, much of what we want from them runs counter to their instincts and must therefore be taught, trained or...
