My dog smells and lunges at other dogs. Is this normal behavior?

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My dog whenever i try to take him to meet my friends dog then he always release some smell i dont know what it is and may i know how to stop that smell and he try to lunge at dog and show like he is alpha or something if puppy is there an dis quiet then he dont say anything if puppy barks then his eyes got wife open and anger can seen on his face so fo most of the dogs do like that or what? Does this behavior changes as dogs gets mature? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 9 months old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Bruno is likely expressing his anal glands. Normally, they are expressed during the act of defecation and are part of scenting or marking. Dogs will also express, or release, the contents of the glands during times of stress or excitement. You can try gradually acclimating him to your friend's dog and other pets. Do this on "neutral" ground and under close supervision. Begin with short periods and gradually increase as Bruno accepts the other dog. Praise and reward him as he progresses. Immediately correct any aggressive behaviors. A pheromone product such as the Adaptil collar or DAP plug in diffuser may decrease his anxiety or aggression.

My dog smells and lunges at other dogs. Is this normal behavior?

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