Dog Training: A Cure for Aggression

Dogs are born innocent - there is no such thing as a dog breed where they are more inclined to violence. Most people stereotype breeds such as the Rottweiler and Pit bull as being a threat to the community. The only reason they are aggressive is because they have been brought up to be that way. How we take care of them and what kind of environment they are living in molds its character. Some dogs that are beaten from birth tend to retaliate when it senses it is in danger. Thats when it begins stereotyping humans. If one does it harm, some feel that all others will try to do the same.

If left uncorrected, they'll bring that trait all the way to their grave. Its environment plays a major role in what kind of dog will it grow up to be. If it feels that it's living in a place that is unsafe or uncomfortable, then there is a possibility that it will begin to walk the path towards violence. Constant dog fights, killing poultry, and biting human are 3 very obvious symptoms of aggression. But if your pet feels that it is in a place where it is safe, has a comfortable place to sleep in, is properly taken care of, then the end result would most likely be a happy and loving dog.

Even with a great environment, sad to say, some dogs can still tend to be violent. The question is: are you giving it enough exercise and proper disciplinary action? Aggression can be cured through dog training. Although obedience is important for all dogs, its important that we cut them some slack. We should not be too harsh on them, cause that's what usually triggers the aggression. Be loving and caring towards the dog. Treat it with respect and it will do the same for you. Take it on walks, and use the proper tone of voice when giving it orders and feed it properly.

Don't yank on its chain when it doesn't listen. One must learn to be patient - if your pet is living in a good environment and has been trained and disciplined, but still shows signs of aggression, then it's possible that it might be having a disease which causes pain and discomfort. Just like people, dogs too have the tendency to get cranky when they aren't feeling well. Sometimes the problem can also be in what it is eating. Eating raw food or something rancid can make it sick. What you should do is bring it to a veterinarian for a check-up.

The vet will then be able to prescribe the medication that can take care of the disease. Family can also be a cause for bad behavior. Some pets tend to take authority over its owners when it feels that it can do a better job at disciplining and leading the others. A lax owner can make an alpha dog. These are pack animals, and they expect someone in the pack to stand up and take charge. So its vital that you show it who's boss.