Dealing with
BEHAVIOR & REACTIVITY ISSUES?
When dealing with a dog that has reactivity issues, training requires a patient and specialized approach, primarily focusing on “desensitization” and “counterconditioning” techniques to gradually change the dog’s negative emotional response to triggers, like other dogs or people, by associating them with positive reinforcement like treats, while carefully managing exposure to those triggers. When you welcome a dog into your home, you anticipate many years of happy companionship. But some dogs exhibit aggressive behavior, making it challenging to integrate them into your family life. Living with an aggressive or reactive dog can cause stress and tension for the entire family. Although your first instinct might be to assume aggression is an innate part of your dog’s personality, in many cases it is not. A dog’s behavior is shaped by poor socialization, fear, stress, or bad experiences. Our canine trainers at Taggs K9 Family Dog Training w ill help you with resetting your dog’s behavior wit h a lot of patience and repetition.
THE REASON FOR CANINE AGGRESSION
Dogs often become aggressive due to feelings of fear, anxiety, or a perceived threat, which can be triggered by various factors like unfamiliar situations, pain, lack of socialization, improper training, guarding of resources (food, toys), territorial instincts, or previous negative experiences; in essence, aggression is usually a way for a dog to communicate that they feel unsafe or need to protect themselves. Our trainers at Taggs K9 Dog Training will work on re-establishing trust between handler and canine, as well as self confidence building.
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EVALUATION & TEMPERAMENT TEST
Reactive dogs are usually scared, possessive, or territorial. You can detect signs of aggression by reading their body language. Aggressive behavior includes:
·Standing stiffly and rigidly
·Growling
·Baring their teeth
·Snarling
·Lunging at someone without making physical contact
·Intentionally pushing against a person with their muzzle
·Snapping
·Nipping
·Biting without pressure or hard enough to bruise or puncture the skin
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Our goal is to make you r dog a beloved part of your
family by creating structure and boundaries!
Identifying triggers and effective canine training
is key -this means more freedom and
shared adventures for everyone.
after you and your dog complete the
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BOARD & TRAIN PROGRAM
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
Early intervention is key:
If you notice signs of aggression in your dog, consult one of our professional dog trainers or veterinary behaviorist immediately.
Identify triggers:
Understanding what situations or stimuli trigger your dog’s aggression is crucial for managing the behavior.
Proper canine training:
Positive reinforcement training methods are essential for addressing aggression and (re)building a healthy relationship with your dog.
Vet check-up:
Rule out any underlying medical conditions that could be contributing to aggression.
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