{"id":11955,"date":"2022-03-25T10:51:11","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:51:11","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:11","slug":"how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you fix territorial aggression in dogs?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/#How_do_you_fix_territorial_aggression_in_dogs\" title=\"How do you fix territorial aggression in dogs?\">How do you fix territorial aggression in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/#Why_is_my_dog_suddenly_aggressive_to_our_other_dog\" title=\"Why is my dog suddenly aggressive to our other dog?\">Why is my dog suddenly aggressive to our other dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/#What_causes_territorial_aggression_in_dogs\" title=\"What causes territorial aggression in dogs?\">What causes territorial aggression in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_being_territorial\" title=\"How do I get my dog to stop being territorial?\">How do I get my dog to stop being territorial?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_attacking_my_other_dog\" title=\"How do I stop my dog attacking my other dog?\">How do I stop my dog attacking my other dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-fix-territorial-aggression-in-dogs\/#Why_is_my_dog_aggressive_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my dog aggressive all of a sudden?\">Why is my dog aggressive all of a sudden?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_fix_territorial_aggression_in_dogs\"><\/span>How do you fix territorial aggression in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For dogs exhibiting territorial aggression, you will need to gain enough control to have your dog sit, stay, and when calmed down, take a reward at the front door. Generally, <b>a leash and head collar will give the fastest and most effective control (see Training Products  Head Halter Training).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_suddenly_aggressive_to_our_other_dog\"><\/span>Why is my dog suddenly aggressive to our other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aggression between unfamiliar dogs can be due to <b>fear, poor communication, defensive, possessive behavior over resources (including perhaps family members or other pets) or territorial behavior over territory or owner. Aggression between dogs can result in injury to dogs and\/or to the people trying to separate them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_territorial_aggression_in_dogs\"><\/span>What causes territorial aggression in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aside from instincts, there are several factors that can cause a dog to display territorial behaviors. The <b>lack of early socialization, sexual maturation, environmental factors, inbreeding, pack mentality, or an underlying medical condition can all lead to aggressive territorial behaviors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_being_territorial\"><\/span>How do I get my dog to stop being territorial?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Teach your <b>dog obedience commands such as sit, stay, come, and down in a calm environment away from territorial triggers. Use treats to reinforce behaviors. Give your dog a job, tasks to perform such as fetch a paper or pick up toys.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_attacking_my_other_dog\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog attacking my other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To stop a dog from attacking another dog, it&#8217;s important to <b>stay calm and assertive, avoid shouting or getting overly aggressive, and start by twisting the aggressor&#8217;s collar and, if possible, lifting the hind legs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_aggressive_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my dog aggressive all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1 Your suddenly aggressive dog <b>may have an injury or an illness that&#8217;s causing major discomfort and stress. Some possible causes of pain include arthritis, bone fractures, internal injuries, various tumors, and lacerations. Other illnesses may affect your dog&#8217;s brain, leading to seemingly unreasonable aggression.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do you fix territorial aggression in dogs?Why is my dog suddenly aggressive to our other dog?What causes territorial aggression in dogs?How do I get my dog to stop being territorial?How do I stop my dog attacking my other dog?Why is my dog aggressive all of a sudden? 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