My dog growls at everything. What causes this and how to fix it?

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my dog keeps growling, over the past year its gotten worse, but its only started in the last year, hes growling at furniture, people, other dogs any advice. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 11 months old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Dogs usually growl to let us know they are afraid, in pain, or need us to back away from their possessions or territory. SInce Borris is growling at everything, it appears that he is a very insecure dog and needs to growl to warn others to stay away from him. This is problematic as one day this may lead to snapping at a person or other animal. It is important to have him examined by your veterinarian to make sure he is not in pain, and has no health problems such as progressive loss of vision, or any other condition that makes him feel vulnerable so that he has to warn all the time. Once health reasons are ruled out I suggest you consult with a dog trainer or behaviourist and have him assessed. The specialist and you can then work with Borris to lose his fear and be more relaxed and happy. Your vet surely can refer you to a veterinary behaviour specialist. It is money well-spent.

My dog growls at everything. What causes this and how to fix it?

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