Why Is My Dog Suddenly Reactive: Understanding & Fixing Sudden-Onset Reactivity
Are you currently looking at your dog and asking, “Why is my dog suddenly reactive?” A dog showing signs of sudden reactivity is a dog that has been carrying this issue for a long time. Right now, this reactivity has finally spilled over and manifested in your dog’s increased reactive barking, aggression, and anxiety. Only […]
Aggressive Dog: What To Do First
To truly understand an aggressive dog, we have to look past the behavior itself and see it for what it really is: a form of communication. Aggression is your dog’s natural, instinctual, and survival response to defend themselves against threats, protect valuable resources, or guard against physical pain. In almost every case I see, the […]
Will Muzzles Stop Dogs From Fighting?
“Dan, will muzzles stop dogs from fighting?” Although muzzles prevent puncture wounds and severe bite injuries, they do not eliminate the emotional arousal, territorial drive, or impulse to attack. Muzzles help manage the harmful consequences of dog fights, but they’re not enough to resolve conflicts. Addressing the leadership issue at home is still the top […]
What Is Redirected Aggression In Dogs And How to Stop It
“Doggy Dan, what is redirected aggression in dogs?” Redirected aggression in dogs occurs when stress or arousal from a trigger, like another dog or a loud noise, pushes them past their threshold. This behavior is very common among dogs that are always stressed and on guard because they think they’re in charge. True resolution rests […]