My parents' aggressive dog is a danger to my child. What can I do?

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My parents have a German sheppard and he can be quite aggressive. Everyone that comes over is terrified to even get out of the car but they are in denial and think that he would take hurt anyone. What can we do. My parents watch my daughter while I'm at work and I am a nervous wreck the whole time.

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I can certainly understand being worried about your daughter's safety around an aggressive dog. She is not safe around him, as he could hurt her greatly, and I would speak to your parents's about your concerns over his aggression. Make a list of incidences where he has shown aggression (documented behavior) as proof of his aggression. If they still won't listen to reason, then I would consider finding alternative childcare while you are at work. If they do listen to your and your concerns, then I would take to them about having their dog start in training with a professional behavior expert ASAP. I never recommend owners try to train an aggressive dog due to safety issues, it should only be left to a professional. Their vet can give them a recommendation to one. Another thing to consider is if he isn't neutered. That can contribute to aggression, and he should be neutered as well.

My parents' aggressive dog is a danger to my child. What can I do?

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