How to train a dog that bites when disciplined without aggression?

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  Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on November 17th, 2019

  I strongly recommend you consult with a professional, in-home dog trainer. You need a trainer to come to your house and see the behavior and the interaction of everyone with Crowley. This is your best bet. Aggression problems need special care and it is not recommended that you try to correct this on your own. You may give him the wrong signals and make him worse. Especially with his breed you need to do this right from the start. You should also consider having him neutered as this often helps as well. I like this company but I don't know if they have a location in your area. ( https://sitmeanssit.com/locations/ ) You can also try this local trainer. If she can't help you she may be able to refer you to someone who can. ( http://www.doglogicwithbarbara.com/training/ )

  

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  Answered By Emily, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on June 1st, 2017

  It could be your dog is protective/possessive of you our other what he deems rewards/valued items. When it comes to dogs and aggression, it can be a very long and difficult process with stripped and consistent training. I strongly recommend consulting a veterinary behaviorist as well as understanding once a dog bites it is at a greater risk for future bites compared other dogs. In the meantime you should keep your dog away from all children especially unsupervised. But your best option is to do one on one training for this behavior. Also understand there's a certain degree of liability of handling/owning a dog that has known aggressive tendencies and some insurance policies won't cover dog bite damages.

  

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  Answered By Debi Matlack

  Veterinary Technician

  Published on December 6th, 2016

  Without more information it's hard to give specific advice. If this is a puppy, gentle but firm correction when he plays too hard and walking away to deny attention can be effective. In an older dog, it can be more difficult to correct and may require the help of a trainer. Obedience training is an excellent place to start with any dog of any age. This helps the dog learn what behavior is and is not acceptable and to listen to you in case an incident does occur, you are in better control with some basic obedience training. The reason for the biting and aggression plays a large part in how best to treat it. If it's out of fear or territorialism, the approaches can be quite different. For any dog, one vital part of them being happy and well-behaved is exercise and mental stimulation. Very intelligent dogs are more prone to anxiety and misbehavior because they need something to occupy their mind and burn off energy, they need a 'job'. Make sure your dog gets plenty of exercise. Go for long walks, if you run take the dog with you. Play fetch, get him involved in flyball or agility training, take him for playdates with friends and their dogs, anything and everything to burn off excess energy. A tired dog is a happy dog. Something else that can help is getting him a Kong toy to chew and play with. They are almost indestructible, it gives your dog an outlet for chewing and play and can be stuffed with peanut butter to keep him busy when you aren't home. A slow feeder or puzzle feeder is another way to keep his mind occupied and encourage him to problem-solve, by making him work to get treats or his meals, the way his wolf ancestors had to.

  

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