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My two dogs are fighting. Should I get a trainer for dog aggression?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

I have 2 dogs. One started to be very aggressive towards the other. I separated them. Tried to reintroduce them 4 times and eacheck time they start trying to start fighting.it has been an issue for 2 years but today has been the worst. I need advice on what to do. Do I get rid of the aggressive one? Do I try a trainer? What is your advice on my situation?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 18th, 2020

I would try a professional, in-home dog trainer. If the dogs are not spayed/neutered that may be why there is so much aggression. If they are not breeding animals (mixed breeds they should not be) you should have them fixed first and then work with a trainer.

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