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How to stop my dog's food aggression and growling at mealtime?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 2 years old | 200 lbs

My dog goes vicious when you put dinner down if you go anywhere near him showing his teeth and growling

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on July 27th, 2017

I am very sorry you are in this situation with Benji. I would highly recommend neutering him. If you neuter him it could decrease his aggression and possessive behavior. I would also recommend involving a trainer to decrease his food aggression. It is important to break this habit so he does not accidentally bite someone who gets close to his food

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