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Aggresive All of a Sudden
We just gotr Charger about a month and 1/2 ago.. Charger who is a Lab/Hound.. We rescued him from the hound, where he was constantly around other dogs. Charger now when we go for walks off leash.. But suddenly has had to go on a leash when approaching other dogs.. He gets all hunched up.. like he is going to attack.. And barks and barks as they go pass us. Charger has been a excellent dog till this started recently.. He doesn't like small dogs at all.. We just drive by other dogs now..and he's up and growling and barking in the car. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated..
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Aggressive All of
Both of you would benefit from Obedience classes where the trainer could ascertain why he's aggressive and help you deal with these issues. Theres alot to learn re:training your dog to be the best he can be.
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Since you only recently adopted him, he might only now be comfortable enough to be showing his true colours so to speak. A trainer would probably be a great resource of you guys, but please, keep using a leash regardless of progress on this front, it's not only safer for your dog, but far more polite and respectful of other dog owners and their dogs.
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The honeymoon phase is over and he's comfy now!!! He's now starting to see where he fits and what his job is.... I suggest teaching him a watch me command and have him do a sit/stay or down/stay when another dog approaches and have him focus on you, not the other dog or distraction. Take control of the situation so he knows that YOU are in control and he won't have to worry or take on that role. Make sense?
Work on your basic obedience in the house, outside etc... So that you don't have to worry, be sure not to tense up when you see another dog and thank him for behaving or doing as asked.
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Thank you!
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