My dog attacks people and other pets. How can I stop this aggression?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 12 lbs
hi my dog is going after my family and friends and my other dogs and I tell her to stop and then she goes after ne and bites me and she has been attaking me and my mom and gram and my friends that come to my house
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Published on November 17th, 2017
It sounds like you have a dangerous situation going on. This is too big of a problem for a quick answer on the forum, but I will tell you that this is going to take a lot of work and time, and may never end up the way you want it to. I really feel that you need to ask your veterinarian for a referral for a good behaviorist in your area. If this is not someone you can devote some time and likely financial resources to, then you may need consider not keeping her. I am sorry you are experiencing this, I have been through something similar and it is very difficult. In the meantime I would order her a basket muzzle to keep on her when others are around to lessen the likelihood of her injuring someone. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.
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Published on January 8th, 2017
I can certainly understand how this is very concerning for you! Karley is definitely showing serious signs of aggression, and you are correct that it can escalate to her snapping or even biting someone, including you. Aggression is a very difficult and dangerous behavior to work with, and it is something that is best left to a professional behavioral expert. It would be best for you to speak to your vet about a referral to one as soon as possible. I never recommend trying to train this behavior on your own due to the risk of injury to yourself, while a behavioral expert will be prepared for that possibility and is trained to deal with it. The sooner you get her into training, the better for her and yourself. I would put in a call to your vet first thing in the morning.
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