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Getting a dog is a lot like adding a new member to your family. However, if they deal with aggressiveness, they can be difficult to enjoy. Excessive barking, protectiveness, and even attempts to bite are all characteristics of a canine with aggressive tendencies. To help you better understand why your dog is behaving this way, K-9 Communication, run by a master dog trainer in Milford, CT, shares their knowledge.

3 Reasons Behind Dog Aggression

1. Not Enough Socialization

dog trainerYou may have heard about the importance of socializing your puppy as soon as you get it. This includes letting them meet a variety of new people every day. Bring them to the a supply center and walk around, sign them up for puppy training, or invite a family member and their pet over for the day. Allowing your animal to experience new things and people will help them understand they need not fear. Fear is a big contributor to aggression. Thus, socialization helps reduce these tendencies.

2. Letting Them Be the Alpha

Dogs are pack animals. In packs, there is a leader, or alpha, and the rest of the dogs respect the alpha’s authority. The same is true in your family. If you do not present yourself as the alpha, your dog will assume the job themselves. When this happens, they will think it is their duty to protect the house by fighting off other people or animals. They may even try to fight you to put you in your place. Establishing your authority as a dog trainer immediately is imperative to preventing aggression.

3. Genetics

Just like people, dogs are a product of both their environment and their genetics. In some cases, puppies have an inborn tendency to be aggressive. This kind of behavior can show up as early as four weeks old. While training and consistency helps, some canines are simply wired this way. That is why it is important to look at the breeder and the parents of the puppy before committing. An aggressive father will likely have aggressive puppies.

If your dog is acting aggressive, there is a reason behind it. To help correct this behavior, take your pooch to K-9 Communication. Constantine “Gus” Marnel is an elite master dog trainer with approximately 50 years experience. His methods rely on psychology rather than treats or harsh punishment. For more information, like them on Facebook or add them on Google+. You can also visit their website or call (203) 874-­7299.

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