How do you respond to aggressive dog behavior?
The safest and most effective way to treat an aggression problem is to implement behavior modification under the guidance of a qualified professional. Modifying a dog’s behavior involves rewarding her for good behavior—so you’ll likely be more successful if your dog enjoys praise, treats and toys.
How do you train an aggressive German shepherd?
Think about how to make your dog’s triggers less intensive. For example, if your dog is aggressive to strangers, ask a friend (unfamiliar to your dog) to walk past the house. Expose your German Shepherd to the low-intensive trigger in a controlled situation. Reward whenever your dog remains neutral.
How do you stop territorial aggression in dogs?
For dogs exhibiting territorial aggression, you will need to gain enough control to have your dog sit, stay, and when calmed down, take a reward at the front door. Generally, a leash and head collar will give the fastest and most effective control (see Training Products – Head Halter Training).
How do you train a German Shepherd to be more aggressive?
Train your German Shepherd to respond to your commands, control feeding and walking times, and make sure that you are the pack leader in the household. If you allow your German Shepherd is to take liberties in your home, it will exhibit stronger aggression toward others.
How do I Stop my German Shepherd from being territorial?
When you adopt a German Shepherd puppy, make sure he spends adequate time around other dogs. Take him to puppy play dates and dog parks, as this is where he can learn healthy interactions with others. By socializing your dog, you’re helping reduce the chances of it developing territorial behaviors.
Why is my German Shepherd so protective of Me?
Protective aggression: This behavior is sometimes displayed by dogs, especially German Shepherds, when they feel that part of their family is being threatened. It is this type of aggression that often leads mothers to be protective of their litters as well as any dog being protective over a new baby in the family.
What age do German shepherds start biting?
Dog aggression can start as young as 6 weeks of age, a crucial age when a German Shepherd puppy should be socialized with other dogs and given the necessary training that keeps them from biting other people. This period of socialization lasts until the dog turns 14 weeks of age and can extend even further beyond that.