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Having a dog that is aggressive can be a major problem especially if you have children around. If you find your dog is getting aggressive there are a few different options available to you.

The first of your options would be to just get rid of your dog (this is not recommended). While most people view their dogs as part of the family and would never want to get rid of them, for some this is the option they choose.

If you do decide that you want to get rid of your dog then make sure you find him a safe home. You should never let any dog go especially if they are aggressive. Dogs have had the wild breed out of them so the great outdoors is very unsafe for them out on their own.

A better option would be to get your dog trained or train him yourself. There are many different classes you can take your dog to and most everywhere has dog trainers.

Clicker training is an excellent way to train your dog. If done properly, you will see a world of difference in your dog’s behavior in a short amount of time. What makes clicker training so wonderful is that after a bit you will be able to give your dog commands that he will follow without the use of the clicker or dog treats.

When you are doing clicker dog training timing is everything. If you do not get this right then you will be basically wasting your time and effort.

The moment that your dog follows your command you need to click and give him a treat. If you click to long after the desired action your dog will have no idea why you are being so generous with the dog treats.

Another thing to know about clicker training is that you do not want your dog to see the clicker in your hand. You can also do clicker training by clicking with your tongue.

No matter how you plan on training your dog you should always use positive training methods. Using negative methods to train your dog will not only hurt your dog but he will get steadily worse behaved as time goes on.

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Many people shun advanced obedience training because it seems too difficult a task. It’s not. It takes a lot of patience but it is one of the best experiences you can share with your dog. It frees you of dog induced stress while giving your pet a much better life he deserves. Successfully trained dogs receive the mental stimulation they need to make them well-adjusted and confident dogs. Even if you leave him with children and other pets, you can rest assured of his good behavior.

First and foremost in canine training is the establishment of hierarchy between you and your dog. You need to set your position as the leader early on. As soon as the dog understands this, the simpler it will be to train him. Neglecting to do so can spell trouble. There will be a struggle for dominance and aggressive behavior will ensue. Be strong and firm in teaching. When you see the beginnings of the alpha dog coming out, correct it immediately but do not be overly severe and mean to him.

A firm and confident voice will help deliver our commands effectively. While you speak, gently guide him to what exactly you want him to do. In the beginning it will take several attempts before he will understand what you mean; but advanced obedience training will be easier as soon as the dog gets the repetitive commands and their corresponding actions you’ve been using in your training classes.

Rewarding the animal with treats and lots of praise is the best way to teach your dog to obey. This is called Operant Conditioning and it is what he understands. You have to remember to praise him every single time he successfully accomplishes a command. Sometimes, when you forget to applaud him, he will get confused as what is good behavior. Take the extra effort to remember will not be wasted on him.

Conversely, admonish the dog strongly for bad behavior committed. Correction should be done as he is making the mistake so he will understand that what he is doing is not good. Reprimanding the dog also draws attention to the difference between what is wrong and what is right. For example, he finds dirt on the street and starts eating it. Scold him right then and there. Then bring dog food before him and encourage him to eat that instead. When he does, lavish him with praise.

Keep training sessions to around 15 minutes a day. Insert short commands throughout the day so the dog will not associate obedience at a particular time of day only. Be repetitive and consistent in your training commands.

We see movie dogs and get awed by how well they carry out the difficult commands they are given. However, remember that they all started with sit. Start with teaching him the basics that worked for you and keep progressing from there. Soon your dog will learn the more difficult command like roll over, fetch and attack.

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This is going to sound bad I know. Last March we go a puppy from the Humane Society. He was so cute. I started well. Then we knew we needed to take him for obedience training because he was alittle rough with our kids. And he was having chewing issues, and just not behaving. So I was going to get help, but we were hit hard , see we moved and our 1st house was suppose to sell and it fell through so I now had 2 house payments. Then my husband lost his job. Yes, I know it’s my own pity party, but it just seems every time I go to try and do something for the dog it falls through. Now his chewing is worse, its getting cold and he spends most of his time in our mud room which is chewed to peices and it’s not fair to him. I am thinking of finding a way to get him a new home. But how. I don’t want to take him to a shelter. Any ideas? I feel like such a failure. It’s just getting to be hard to afford to take care of him, I want better for him.

His name is Kooch and he is very nice, great with children and with our female dog, he is not neutered. He needs a home with lots of property and maybe some livestock, as he will thrive when he has a job. Very loyal and loving. He truly is a good dog, but still needs a bit of obedience training and maybe socializing with other male dogs.

I adopted my dog from the pound, and he has trouble getting along with some other dogs. He has no problem with small dogs or ones that act somewhat submissive–he actually likes them. But he will growl and snap at larger dogs. I can’t take him to Petsmart any more because of his behavior. What can be done to help this? Will obedience training help? Are there things I can work on with him at home until we do the training? He shows NO signs of aggression towards any people, only dogs. I don’t know his history, since we got him from the pound, but he does have scars on his leg that the vet believes were bites from another dog. Could this be part of the reason for his aggression? What are other reasons dogs are aggressive towards other dogs?
Thanks for the answers so far (except the one about drowning him, because that is not my objective and it’s illegal).
The vet believes he may have some pitbull mixed in. He is also already neutered.
I do keep him on a leash, but he will pull hard and stand on his hind legs to try and get at another dog, even if it is across the street.

Posted this yesterday, but would like to get more input from new people as well. If you’ve been to PetSmart’s Training Center, please help me out! It’s for a 5-7 page English Paper, so I need the feedback! Copy pasting answers or just giving letters/numbers is all I need. Thanks!

Please answer all questions in reference to your first experience with the PetSmart Training Center for purposes of this survey. Thank you for you participation!

1.) Are you Male or Female?

2.) What is your age range? Under 18 18-25 25-45 45-65 over 65

3.) What is the age range of the dog’s primary trainer in the household? Under 18 18-25 25-45 45-65 over 65

4.) Have you used an other dog training service before?

5.) What was the first class your dog attended at PetSmart? Puppy Beginner Intermediate Advanced Click-a-Trick

6.) What was your dog’s age range when the first class began? Under 6 months 6 months-1 year 1-2 years 2-7 years over 7 years

7.) What were your reasons for joining a PetSmart Training Class? Please RANK CHOICES from highest priority to lowest:
A. To teach tricks B. To address a specific behavioral problem C. To strengthen your personal bond to your dog D. To strengthen overall obedience skills E. To provide your dog with socialization to other dogs, people, and places F. To teach your dog to protect you G. To build up your dog’s confidence in himself

8.) How would you rate your knowledge of dog training before your PetSmart Training Class? 1: No Knowledge 2: Some Knowledge 3: Pretty Knowledgeable 4: Very Knowledgeable 5: Expert

9.) What methods do you use or believe are effective for obedience training? Please list all that apply
A: Positive Reinforcement B: Negative Reinforcement C: Punishment D: NILF (Nothing in Life is Free) E: Clicker-training F: Crate Training G: Force-Based Training H: Hands-On Training (Physically assisting dog into a position, such as sit, gently) I: Shaping J: Alpha Dog/ Pack Dominance Theory (Caesar Milan’s methods) K: Aversion Techniques (Bitter spray, Bullhorns, Ultra Sonic Devices, Motion-sensored alarms, Citronella Spray bark collars, etc) L: Use of Corrective Devices such as Gentle Leaders, No-pull harnesses, martingale/greyhound collars M. Use of Corrective Devices such as prong/pinch collars, choke collars, shock collars, underground fencing

10.) Which of the above methods were recommended by your training instructor &/or were employed in class?

11.) How would you rate your trainer’s knowledge of training methods on a scale of 1-5? 1: No Knowledge 2: Some Knowledge 3: Pretty Knowledgeable 4: Very Knowledgeable 5: Expert

12.) How would you rate your trainer’s enthusiasm and willingness to help on a scale of 1-5? 1 being nonexistent, 5 being highest

13.) How would you rate your trainer’s professionalism, salesmanship, and ability to lead the class? 1 being out of their element, 5 being remarkable

14.) How would you rate your experience with PetSmart’s Training Center overall? 1 being horrible, 5 being best

15.) How would you rate your knowledge of dog training after your PetSmart Training Class? 1: No Knowledge 2: Some Knowledge 3: Pretty Knowledgeable 4: Very Knowledgeable 5: Expert

16.) How would your rate your dog’s improvement after your experience with the PetSmart Training Center? 1: Regression in behavior &/or obedience 2: No change in behavior or obedience 3: “Well, he does it at home, but not in the training center!” 4: Improvement 5: Much Improvement

17.) Has your dog completed his or her Canine Good Citizenship Test?

18.) Do you find the price of classes in the PetSmart Training Center to be worth the services it provides?

19.) Have you enrolled in another PetSmart Training Center Course since your first experience?

20.) Would you recommend the services of the PetSmart Training Center to a friend?

Additional comments also welcomed. Thanks again to all who respond!

I want to adopt a problem dog from a shelter and teach it manners, and train it to do the basics in obedience. Then adopt it out to another family. So I can get and do the same with another dog. How can I go about it? Will a shelter let me adopt a dog to do this then adopt another one once the first one has found a home? Also I was wondering about fostering a dog. How does that whole process work? Answers please. Also I can deal with problem dogs I already train other peoples problem dogs so i can deal with them.
Richmound your link isn’t working.

I have an 8 1 months old Australian Shepherd, he is very friendly to everybody & to other dogs, trained & well-behaved at home. He usually gets 2 long walks and a play with his friends everyday. He is currently attending agility classes 2x a week and a basic obedience course (that makes him 3x a week at Dog School). On trainings, as soon as we enter the training ground, he starts to get wild, he barks a lot (wc is unusual for him ‘coz he’ s so quiet at home) he jumps on me and is not following the "sit, stay & come" commands (stuff he knows already). I always end up having a short training time with him on the field ‘coz of his behavior. But as soon as we are out of the training ground, he is back to his "well-behaved" attitude. I don’t know what to do or what’s wrong with him. Anybody, pls advice.

I once heard of a program that "Trained" and socialized puppies in preparation for guide/assistance dog training. Puppies were placed in a home for up to a year where they would be socialized, taught basic obedience and house breaking etc by the host family…

Does anyone have contact and information regarding such a program?
I am particularly interested in programs located in the South Eastern part of Massachusetts?

My family and I are planning to get a Doberman Pinscher. I do have a small child in the home, so I think it would be a good idea to have the dog be in obedience class to help train the dog. I’ve had dogs my whole life and I’ve done a lot of training with them, but I want some help with it. So I need to know what age a Doberman should be put in classes.