Is my dog's aggression canine rage syndrome or just aggression?

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Vinney gets very angry sometimes. Especially when someone goes by him and he has food, when anyone (humans or other dogs) start play fighting, when he's sleeping, and just things like that. Anyways I was talking with a friend and she told me he could have canine rage syndrome or aggression behavior, and she tried to explain what is different about them but I didn't really understand, so I guess my question is what's the difference between the two and how can I tell if my dog has either of these. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered

Jeffrey Milner · Accepted Answer

Hi, sorry to hear you are having problems with Vinney. Rage syndrome usually affects larger breed dogs, and can be when a dog gets aggressive for no reason, causing damage to a person he usually knows and loves, and them quickly goes back to normal, unfazed by the episode. I do not think your dog has rage syndrome. It sounds like he is being dominant and chihuahuas are knowns for having these behavioral problems. General aggression can be toward strangers, or over food or bones or something the dog feels possessive of. he is usually fine with his owner and family, but can be triggered by a number of things. Much aggression is fear related as well. Because chihuahuas are so small, the can be fearful and respond aggressively. You would see this type of behavior with strangers approaching. To determine what kind of training he needs, you should see a veterinary behaviorist or certified dog trainer and complete an evaluation. Good luck, I hope this helps!

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