My dog attacks new dogs. How can I stop aggression and train him?

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I adopted Stitch a month ago. He did very well with my other dog and dogs at the park. But I’m dog sitting a lab for three months, and he attacked her on the spot. Every time he sees her he gets upset and attacks. He is dominant and territorial. How can I help him adjust to having her around? I want to be able to leave them alone without worrying, but I can’t even let him around her on a leash. If he’s this aggressive, do I need to give him back to the rescue? Is there any training? Pet's info: Dog | Catahoula Leopard Dog | Male | neutered | 2 years and 5 months old | 65 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

You'll need to gradually introduce them. Separate them completely for several days, begin by having them hear and smell one another through a closed door. Correct any negative behavior immediately and praise good behavior. Progress to allowing Stitch to see but not have contact with the Lab. Again, correct negative responses/behaviors immediately. The next step would be to allow a controlled physical introduction. The safest method would be to have one of the dogs in a closed crate or pen. A pheromone product, such as the Adaptil collar or DAP plug in diffuser, may decrease any anxiety or aggression while acclimating them.

My dog attacks new dogs. How can I stop aggression and train him?

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