My dog attacks new puppy and strangers. Can her aggression be fixed?

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My dog has anger problems she hates people and other dogs,but she loves one of our other dogs in the home but we got a new puppy a couple months ago and she will attack him if he even gets close to her and that's the same way with people. She likes people if shes around the ALOT! But the only people she let's her pet and sit next to is my family.Can this be fixed? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 8 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

With very intensive training it's possible that Demy might be able be a little less fearful around new people and dogs, but she may never truly enjoy these situations. I would recommend seeing a veterinary behaviorist who can come to your house and help determine what specifically might be triggering Demy to act aggressively and discuss ways to either avoid the triggers or desensitize her to new experiences. You can ask your veterinarian what behaviorist they would recommend in your area.

My dog attacks new puppy and strangers. Can her aggression be fixed?

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