If you have ever been owned or aggressive or dominant dog, then you know the importance of gaining control of him or her. Good obedience training help to keep the dog, other dogs, and safety of persons. You need to understand something about aggressive dogs: Most dog aggression (unless the dog has been bred and trained to be aggressive) comes from one of two places … dominance or fear.

If the dog training is not in your budget, or simply do not have the time, here are some suggestions that may help you deal with your aggressive dog.

1. Have your dog spayed or castrated.

Doing so will reduce the levels of hormonal control. Consult your veterinarian to discuss your best options.

2. Stop playing hard with her dog.

Roughhousing games (such as tug of war, wrestling, etc.) to teach your dog that you are a challenge funny. When your dog wins, he thinks that is stronger than you, stronger and dogs are always higher in the social hierarchy of the herd. Also, do not allow your dog or puppy to "play bite". This teaches bad habits.

3. Teach your dog "with" command and use it throughout the day.

The down position (when the dog is lying) is a submissive position. Many dogs, especially fearful or dominant dogs do not like this position. So, instead of leaving to walk your dog at home or go where he pleases, make him lie down and stay there while you're preparing dinner, watch TV, changing clothes, etc. Make your dog to stay down for at least one full day every 30 minutes.

4. Make your dog work for praise.

If your dog approaches you and demands to be spoiled, then do you feel or down first. He needs to know you is dominant, and that makes the rules, not him.

5. Take your dog … do not let them ride.
You must be the first to walk through the doors, the first to eat, and the first to decide where to walk. Alpha Dogs Never walk behind the pack. Always lead. Establish itself as the leader to make your dog wait for you.

6. Do not let your dog sleep in bed.

And do not let your dog sleep in bed with her son. Annette Adams, a professional dog trainer in Tulsa, says, "Sometimes you have more dominance and aggression problems created by people who leave their dogs sleep in his bed, perhaps any conduct by itself. "The pack leader always sleeps on higher ground. Subordinates dogs sleep on floor. Be higher (or top) is a dominance behavior.

7. When the dog misbehaves, correct it.

Make sure your dog is corrected every time he exhibits an undesirable behavior. If you are unsure about how best to correct them, consult a trainer professional dog. Meanwhile, a good and strong "off" work. Never hit or kick your dog. This can create fear, which in turn can create more aggression.

8. Being the one who decides when you allow your dog to meet other people and dogs.

Do not let your dog immediately prior to people or other dogs to greet them. You must decide when and how this happens.

Handling an aggressive dog is something that should involve a great amount of care and preparation, but it has to be something that causes fear. Just follow these tips and you'll be on your way to learn to handle aggressive dogs.

Marc Adams is a professional speaker and a representative of Off-Leash K9 Dog Training of Tulsa. Visit www.offleashk9.com for more information.

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