Why are Dogs Aggressive? There are many reasons why a dog may act aggressively. Some of these reasons are: fear, protective, predatory, possessive, and a few others (“Aggression”). Anyone who wants a dog or finds a dog should know if there is a chance that the dog may be aggressive and if it will attack them. Knowing this factor will help dog owners be familiar with why their dog may have aggressive behavior. Some dogs are accused of being naturally aggressive for no reason, but there are some reasons why dogs may act aggressive. There are some dogs that are known for aggressive behavior. Some dogs are trained to be aggressive such as fighting dogs (“25 Most Dangerous”). These dogs are trained to fight other dogs. The fights …show more content…
Hunting dogs, though tend to only be aggressive or violent when hunting. A hunting dog should not show aggression towards people. Though a dog can mistake a human as its prey and attack them. A hunting dog should be properly taught how to hunt certain animals and how to control their aggression. Dogs should be trained to be around people and other pets at an early age. Training a dog to listen and obey is the most important factor (Marketwire). A dog can simply be bored and want to play aggressively. No matter the breed a dog can always be trained not to be violent (“CAUSES OF DOG”). An improperly trained dog can turn out to be mean and aggressive. Also allowing your dog to practice these behaviors will cause them to adapt to them. Exposing a dog to new things will help it become comfortable with them and recognize them. Dogs use their bark as an alarming system (Marketwire). Knowing when and why a dog is aggressive is a key factor for changing this …show more content…
If a dog is suffering from medical problems its behavior could change (“Medical Conditions”). If a dog is feeling pain or discomfort in may react with aggressive actions. Such as a dog that is pregnant will act in an aggressive way to protect its young. There are also many diseases that a dog can catch and become violent from. Some diseases include: hypothyroidism, brain tumors, and epilepsy (“Medical Causes”). Dogs that suffer from problems with the brain will most definitely respond aggressively. Or if a dog loses its sight or hearing and if someone were to approach it without caution they would scare or surprise it. A dog's frustration could also lead to aggression. Like all other cases this behavior can be avoided with proper training. A dog can be trained to respond to the sickness in a calm way. It is important to teach a dog what it is dealing with so it can cope with it (“MEDICAL ISSUES”). Unusual violent behavior can lack of exercise and nutrition. Or a dog's aggression may just simply come from genetics or hormones (“CAUSES OF DOG”). A dog can smell the hormones that human's emotions give off. So if a dog senses that someone is afraid it will try to intimidate that person (“Does My Dog Know”). It is important to stay calm around dogs, especially around the ones who are not familiar with you. Dogs can also sense if someone is afraid through their body language. If a person is moving nervously around
...ports Illustrated cover photo of a pit bull (Pit Bull Rescue Central, "Breed Information”). Dog fighting made a comeback during the 1980s and the pit bull became the favorite macho dog for dog fighters. The dogs were trained to kill or be killed. Pit bulls were also the preferred guard dog for gangs, thugs and criminals. Since the supporters and detractors of pit bulls hold such disparate opinions regarding the ferocity of the breeds, it is only hoped that further discussion and education will help resolve the sad fate that awaits these unfortunate animals. Simply placing all the blame on the breeds will not solve the problems of dog fighting, overbreeding, aggressive training, and excessive euthanizations. Lastly, the biased, sensationalistic publicity of horrific dog attacks which has destroyed the reputation of the once beloved All American Dog must cease.
Most of the dogs on this list are common household pets, like the Labrador retriever, and are normally non-aggressive and very friendly. Many times these dogs show no sign of aggression and pose no threat to society. Perspective One Breed-specific laws were put in place with the expectation to help prevent dog bites and attacks. The State and Federal government both came to the conclusion that this is a positive way to promote safety from dog attacks. “Both state and federal courts consistently uphold the constitutionality of breed-specific pit bull laws.... ...
Dogs have impacted the lives of 44% of American families and homes. People use dogs for much more than just a family friend. Dogs are used for special needs, assisting police, and hunting and tracking. Dogs should be appreciated and never taught to fight or be neglected. Dog fighting is unethical because man’s best friend shouldn’t have to fight for their lives.
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These dogs have good personalities. If people allow them, their dog will try to be the “alpha dog.” If the people show them that they are the “alpha dog,” the dog will sometimes throw the cutest dog tantrums. They will not bite, but they will act angry. Pit bulls can keep children entertained by their constant playfulness.
You want your dog to understand that you are the person to look to when they question what is right or wrong. This is done by being firm, yet kind with the dog. You don't want your dog to listen to you out of fear, but out of respect. Setting boundaries is very important in gaining respect. Sit down with your family and discuss what is and what is not appropriate for the dog to be doing. Perhaps you have no problem with a dog on the furniture, but kitchen entrance is not allowed.
Dogs that are forced to fight and are conditioned to defend themselves or die. When these dogs get loose, everything is a threat to them and they defend themselves in the name of survival. If golden retrievers were bred and raised with the sole purpose of fighting to the death, they would be just as dangerous as pit bulls. On the contrary, if all pit bulls were bred and treated as family dogs, they would have the same reputation as golden retrievers, if not better, as the statistics found in the temperament test above show.
All dogs, like humans, have the potential to either be nice or mean, respond well or poorly to the environment, and interact with others either up to par with social standards or not. The amount and type of socialization
The aggressive dog is usually protecting itself, whereas the compulsive dog is protecting his
To say that a dog is “aggressive” can mean many different things as well. Aggression includes a range of behaviors that have specific warning signs and can climax into an attack. A dog that displays such signs to people usually exhibits stay away warnings, such as becoming very still and rigid, guttural bark that sounds threatening, lunging forward or charging at the person with no contact, mouthing, as though to move or control the person, without applying significant pressure, a growl, showing teeth, or a quick nip that leaves no mark. More severe gestures are bites ranging from no marks on skin to bruises and puncture wounds, and repeated bites and shaking.
Mammals are not inherently aggressive towards each other. Fuentes explains giving an example about male lions fighting with other males for female access, but it is not because it is the only way in which these animals interact (Fuentes 2012:115). Aggression can also occur while fighting for food or territory in many animal species. Hinting is a process that many animals used to get their food resources, without having to be a little aggressive perhaps these would not be able to survive. It is through action of defending or obtaining something that makes a mammal to become aggressive.
Finding the underlying cause of the excessive barking is important so that targeted therapies can be used. Spaying and neutering are essential to reducing hormone-intensified excitement and aggression, which can underlie vocalization behaviour. If a dog with problem barking has not been spayed or neutered, they should be to see if hormones are the cause of the barking (1). There are also other possible physical and/or behavioural causes for problem barking. It could be due to: improper socialization or training, stress, boredom, fear, frustration, anxiety, compulsive disorders, response to external stimuli, and/or territorial protection
The Harmful Behaviors that I dealt with is the physical harm of the dogs scratching me when I pick them up move them to another location, understanding they are very hyper active and the emotions are running high at certain times, but sometimes it gets to point where you have to take certain actions to ensure the safety of the dogs and yourself at the same time.
The Huskies are strong-willed and stubborn dogs. They are very territorial but also remain gentle and friendly with their master and family. If their master abuses them they will become very aggressive and are likely to turn and attack their owner. They are very good family dogs, they are especially good with children. (Animal Behavior 82-5).
You will realize that dogs are normally curious by nature and wants to learn something new. Dogs can also be instinctive at times. Training them will go a long way in ensuring that your dog uses its brains