Aggressive behavior in dogs is unhealthy but is mostly a reflection of the dogs’ fear, anger, or hunger.
That is why, knowing the triggers and trying to deal with them gently, you will be able to make your dog feel better and cease being so nervous.
When worked at, always following a schedule and with the proper training it is possible to obtain trust instead of aggression and become closer to the dog.
Let us delve deeper into how to stop aggressive behavior in dogs:
Identify the Cause
In handling aggression, the key point of experts is awareness, and more specifically, awareness of this aggression’s cause.
Are you sure your dog has some specific issues with some particular types of situations – with strangers, for example, or while protecting a piece of food?
Identifying what factors may be a cause will be beneficial when trying to solve the main problem and come up with a regime.
Positive Reinforcement Training
Negative reinforcement encourages aggression therefore ensure that you reinforce the positive behavior instead.
If your dog is not aggressive in situations that normally result in aggression, then you are encouraged to reward him.
In the process, it reconditions and constructs positive attitudes toward those stimuli perceived as stressful in the past.
Set Clear Boundaries
Dogs have to be set in rules in order to feel comfortable. Train simple obedience with simple commands like; sit, stay, and leave it in a bid to redirect violence and assert dominance.
Make sure all the people in the house are adverse to it to give the dog consistent signals on what is wrong or right.
Socialize Gradually
The case with dogs with fear-based aggression is that they need to be socialized slowly.
Start in situations that are not provocative and award good behaviors and banter.
As with meeting new dogs or even being around new people, it can be done gradually to help increase their self-esteem.
Seek Professional Assistance
Please do not hesitate to call a professional dog trainer or behaviorist if you did not achieve anything out of your attempts or if the aggression escalates.
They can observe your dog’s behavior and come up with a proper approach on what to do.
Further, a vet will consult on specific aggression and is in a position to advise whether the aggression is due to pain or hormonal issues.
Stay Patient and Consistent
Change for behavior takes place does not happen suddenly. It takes time, dedication, and a lot of patience.
Praise accomplishments, no matter how minor, and stick to consistent schedules as dogs do well when they know what they are to do next.
Conclusion
As with any problematic behavior, aggression in dogs can be a problem, but there are ways to make sure that it is led toward the proper channel.
Thus, if the behavior is provoked, you can address it using positive reinforcement techniques, setting the corresponding perimeters, and, if the situation requires professional help, getting the corresponding support from the veterinarian.
Patience and love will enhance the relationship between two individuals hence making the relationship happier and harmonious.
