{"id":3416,"date":"2021-06-03T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-03T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/?p=3416"},"modified":"2024-03-11T10:40:00","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T15:40:00","slug":"dog-behavior-what-to-do-about-pet-aggression","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dupontvet.com\/blog\/dog-behavior-what-to-do-about-pet-aggression\/","title":{"rendered":"Dog Behavior: What to Do About Pet Aggression"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Puppies exhibit certain (and harmless) behaviors like biting and growling that allow them to discover how to fit in with the family. We teach our pups manners<\/a>, and they grow to become happy members of the household. Unless they don\u2019t. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dogs that become increasingly aggressive as they mature out of their puppy years can lead to a lot of problems, especially if they display aggression towards humans or other animals. If your dog is becoming more and more aggressive, the team at Dupont Veterinary Clinic<\/a> can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Start Young to Thwart Bad Dog Behavior<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We recommend enrolling puppies in training classes<\/a>. In puppy class, your new pet will learn basic commands and develop all-important social skills. Even if you\u2019ve mastered the art of puppy training, you\u2019ll still need to thoroughly socialize your pet. And really, who doesn\u2019t want to be surrounded by cute puppies for an hour or two a week?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics of Puppy Socialization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Just like our children, puppies need to learn to play well with others. They need to feel secure around other animals and people. Introduce your young dog to positive new experiences and reward with treats. Puppy will soon learn that new things are not bad things, which decreases feelings of anxiety and, hopefully, removes the need to be aggressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We do the best we can to protect our loved ones from fearful situations. Sometimes, things can go wrong. If another dog or person is aggressive with your puppy, the world won\u2019t feel like a safe place anymore. Contact<\/a> Dupont Veterinary Clinic if you have questions or concerns about your puppy\u2019s behavior training experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Causes Aggression in Dogs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you don\u2019t feel good, you can be crabby, right? If your otherwise loveable furry friend is suddenly aggressive, they might be in pain or sick. There are many other reasons for aggression in dogs as well. Here are just a few:<\/p>\n\n\n\n