How to stop my dog from playing too rough and scaring others?

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Our GWP has started to "play" very roughly with our other two dogs, biting, rolling, etc. Our youngest pup (1) is absolutely terrified of him. We regularly separate and reprimand him, but it hasn't helped. He gets lots of exercise and mental stimulation. Does he just need to be an only dog? We love him, but he is hurting them, and our oldest is 11 and can't take the roughness. Pet's info: Dog | German Wirehaired Pointer | Male | neutered | 1 year and 4 months old | 75 lbs

Menolly Cote, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry to hear of your concerns with Beckett. It is frustrating when our pets don't always get along. From your description it does sound like he is too rough with the other dogs. It may be possible to correct this behavior, but I think it would be best to get a certified animal behaviorist involved. They will be able to observe how the dogs interact and be able to develop an in-depth plan for how to correct the behavior. It may be a matter of just recognizing when things are getting out of hand and separating the dogs or more significant behavior modification may be required. It is impossible to know without observing the dogs in action. And good behaviorist will be able to do this for you.

How to stop my dog from playing too rough and scaring others?

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