Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Determining the Cause of Aggression Is The Key To Training For Aggressive Dogs

Immediately after Monty attacked my nephew, I began seeking out information on how to treat aggressive dog behavior. I quickly discovered that the first step in correcting aggressive behavior is to determine what is at the root of the aggression.

What usually causes aggressive behavior is a natural instinct that is stronger and more pronounced than normal. When a dog’s owner fails to address and properly manage these instincts, they can result in the dog behaving aggressively.

Apparently, some of Monty’s instincts were much stronger than those of my other dogs. By raising Monty exactly like I had raised my other dogs, I failed to acknowledge his special circumstances and provide him with the training for aggressive dogs that he needed.

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