{"id":17715,"date":"2022-03-25T11:04:35","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:04:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:04:35","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T11:04:35","slug":"can-a-labrador-be-aggressive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a labrador be aggressive?"},"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\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Can_a_labrador_be_aggressive\" title=\"Can a labrador be aggressive?\">Can a labrador be aggressive?<\/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\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_is_my_Labrador_so_mean\" title=\"Why is my Labrador so mean?\">Why is my Labrador so mean?<\/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\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_are_Labrador_puppies_aggressive\" title=\"Why are Labrador puppies aggressive?\">Why are Labrador puppies aggressive?<\/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\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_does_my_Labrador_growl_at_me\" title=\"Why does my Labrador growl at me?\">Why does my Labrador growl at me?<\/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\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Can_a_lab_turn_on_you\" title=\"Can a lab turn on you?\">Can a lab turn on you?<\/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\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_is_my_Labrador_aggressive_towards_people\" title=\"Why is my Labrador aggressive towards people?\">Why is my Labrador aggressive towards people?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#How_do_I_stop_my_Labrador_from_being_aggressive\" title=\"How do I stop my Labrador from being aggressive?\">How do I stop my Labrador from being aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Is_it_normal_for_a_Labrador_to_be_aggressive\" title=\"Is it normal for a Labrador to be aggressive?\">Is it normal for a Labrador to be aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#What_causes_labs_to_be_aggressive\" title=\"What causes labs to be aggressive?\">What causes labs to be aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_is_my_Labrador_growling_at_people\" title=\"Why is my Labrador growling at people?\">Why is my Labrador growling at people?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Is_it_normal_for_Lab_puppies_to_be_aggressive\" title=\"Is it normal for Lab puppies to be aggressive?\">Is it normal for Lab puppies to be aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#How_do_you_deal_with_an_aggressive_Labrador_puppy\" title=\"How do you deal with an aggressive Labrador puppy?\">How do you deal with an aggressive Labrador puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_does_my_lab_puppy_attack_me\" title=\"Why does my lab puppy attack me?\">Why does my lab puppy attack me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_is_my_dog_growling_at_me_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my dog growling at me all of a sudden?\">Why is my dog growling at me all of a sudden?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#What_should_you_do_when_a_dog_growls_at_you\" title=\"What should you do when a dog growls at you?\">What should you do when a dog growls at you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Do_Labradors_growl\" title=\"Do Labradors growl?\">Do Labradors growl?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_is_my_dog_growling_at_me_when_I_discipline_him\" title=\"Why is my dog growling at me when I discipline him?\">Why is my dog growling at me when I discipline him?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Can_Labradors_become_aggressive\" title=\"Can Labradors become aggressive?\">Can Labradors become aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#How_do_you_punish_a_Labrador\" title=\"How do you punish a Labrador?\">How do you punish a Labrador?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Why_are_Labradors_so_crazy\" title=\"Why are Labradors so crazy?\">Why are Labradors so crazy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_aggression_towards_people\" title=\"How do I stop my dogs aggression towards people?\">How do I stop my dogs aggression towards people?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Is_it_normal_for_labs_to_be_aggressive\" title=\"Is it normal for labs to be aggressive?\">Is it normal for labs to be aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#Can_an_aggressive_dog_be_cured\" title=\"Can an aggressive dog be cured?\">Can an aggressive dog be cured?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-a-labrador-be-aggressive\/#How_do_you_train_a_dog_to_not_be_aggressive\" title=\"How do you train a dog to not be aggressive?\">How do you train a dog to not be aggressive?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_labrador_be_aggressive\"><\/span>Can a labrador be aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Happily, <b>Labradors are not known to be aggressive dogs. In fact, they are generally known for having a laid back, friendly and patient personality  which makes them such a great family dog. However, some Labradors can have behavioral issues.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Labrador_so_mean\"><\/span>Why is my Labrador so mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Fear Aggression in Labradors At the root of aggressive behavior in this context, and probably the most common motivation, is fear: <b>fear of a dog or person approaching; fear of what the consequences might be for their own safety or of losing something they are holding; fear that this is going to hurt.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Labrador_puppies_aggressive\"><\/span>Why are Labrador puppies aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Determine why your lab puppy is acting aggressive. Labrador retriever puppies require lots of exercise and lots of mental stimulation. <b>A lab puppy who is not able to exert its energy or who is bored may become frustrated and turn that excess energy into aggression, states the website EarthRenewal.org.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_Labrador_growl_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my Labrador growl at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Do Dogs Growl? Growling is one way your dog communicates with you. It growls to let you know that <b>it&#8217;s afraid, in pain, or needs for you to back away from its possessions or territory. Often your first instinct is to run from a growling dog or to punish it for growling.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_lab_turn_on_you\"><\/span>Can a lab turn on you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As hunting dogs, Labradors might naturally exhibit aggressive behaviors if they sense a danger they can&#8217;t escape from or feel the need to turn to self-defense. For example, <b>a lab may attack its owner if it is backed into a corner by the owner or if it thinks that your raised hand means you&#8217;ll hit it.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Labrador_aggressive_towards_people\"><\/span>Why is my Labrador aggressive towards people?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>it is <b>usually because they were either bred to be guard dogs or they were not fully socialized as a puppy. When a dog encounters someone they feel uncomfortable around, they want to increase the distance between them and the person.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_Labrador_from_being_aggressive\"><\/span>How do I stop my Labrador from being aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Stop a Labrador Puppy&#8217;s Aggressive Behavior<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Determine why your lab puppy is acting aggressive. Labrador retriever puppies require lots of exercise and lots of mental stimulation.  <\/li>\n<li>Establish yourself as the pack leader.  <\/li>\n<li>Correct the behavior as soon as it happens.  <\/li>\n<li>Socialize your lab puppy as soon as possible.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_a_Labrador_to_be_aggressive\"><\/span>Is it normal for a Labrador to be aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The reality is that there are individual Labradors who are reactive and use aggressive behavior at times. The reasons or motivations for their behavior will vary, but one thing is true of all of them: <b>aggressive behavior is totally normal.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_labs_to_be_aggressive\"><\/span>What causes labs to be aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are multiple reasons that a dog may exhibit aggression toward family members. The most common causes include <b>conflict aggression, fear-based, defensive aggression, status related aggression, possessive aggression, food guarding aggression and redirected aggression<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Labrador_growling_at_people\"><\/span>Why is my Labrador growling at people?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Growling is one way your dog communicates with you. <b>It growls to let you know that it&#8217;s afraid, in pain, or needs for you to back away from its possessions or territory. Often your first instinct is to run from a growling dog or to punish it for growling.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_Lab_puppies_to_be_aggressive\"><\/span>Is it normal for Lab puppies to be aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most puppy owners will be reassured by this article, that <b>their puppies growling and nipping is not a sign a an aggressive puppy, but is a normal phase of puppy development.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_deal_with_an_aggressive_Labrador_puppy\"><\/span>How do you deal with an aggressive Labrador puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppies do bite <b>because they are teething, but they also bite in play. And biting tends to start in earnest once the puppy has settled into their new home, so around 9 weeks old. With some exceptions, puppy biting will stop by the time your puppy has his full set of grown up teeth at 7 months.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_lab_puppy_attack_me\"><\/span>Why does my lab puppy attack me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Causes of Sudden Labrador Aggression <b>If your dog is in pain, they may become aggressive. So, first and foremost, it is worth checking whether your dog is ill, or if it has sustained an injury. They may not let you near the area that is hurting, so don&#8217;t put yourself in danger trying to investigate.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_growling_at_me_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my dog growling at me all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a dog that has never shown any sign of aggression suddenly begins growling, snapping, or biting, <b>it may be caused by a disease or illness. Pain is an especially common cause of aggression in dogs. 1 Your suddenly aggressive dog may have an injury or an illness that&#8217;s causing major discomfort and stress.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_do_when_a_dog_growls_at_you\"><\/span>What should you do when a dog growls at you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What do you do when a dog growls at you?<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Stop Moving. Instead, what you want to do is freeze for a moment and then withdraw.  <\/li>\n<li>Back Away From the Dog. Once you&#8217;re out of the dog&#8217;s immediate space, you want to back away in a slow  but not so slow that you look like you&#8217;re scared  manner.  <\/li>\n<li>Do Not Talk to the Dog.<\/li>\n<p>23 Feb 2018<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Labradors_growl\"><\/span>Do Labradors growl?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Warning Signs of Reactivity in Labradors <b>If nothing changes, or if they are prevented from moving away, then they are likely to increase the intensity of their signals by growling or barking.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_growling_at_me_when_I_discipline_him\"><\/span>Why is my dog growling at me when I discipline him?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you punish your dog when he steals your dinner, he may stop doing that, but if you punish your dog for snarling, you may get more growling, or worse, a bite. This is because <b>fear or anxiety does not respond to rewards and punishments in the same way that behaviors do<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Labradors_become_aggressive\"><\/span>Can Labradors become aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Happily, <b>Labradors are not known to be aggressive dogs. In fact, they are generally known for having a laid back, friendly and patient personality  which makes them such a great family dog. However, some Labradors can have behavioral issues.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_punish_a_Labrador\"><\/span>How do you punish a Labrador?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Labradors in particular are food-oriented and motivated. Reward desirable behavior with food and you&#8217;re likely to get a repeat of that good behavior. For example, if your Labrador is gnawing through your settee, encourage him to pick up his play toy and then reward him with a treat and make a great fuss of him.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Labradors_so_crazy\"><\/span>Why are Labradors so crazy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most Labs are bored, with unfulfilled lives and this is one of the major causes of bad behavior! Labradors are a sporting breed, made for life outside traveling great distances, running, jumping and swimming through tough terrain, working with and retrieving for their owners.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_aggression_towards_people\"><\/span>How do I stop my dogs aggression towards people?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Neuter or spay your dog as early as possible  this will greatly reduce hormone-driven aggressive behavior. Always treat your dog with kindness and respect, using positive reinforcement to train good behavior. Physical correction, intimidation, and isolation only encourage aggression by adding to a dog&#8217;s anxiety.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_labs_to_be_aggressive\"><\/span>Is it normal for labs to be aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Labradors are not usually an aggressive variety. However, there are several factors which may contribute to aggression in labradors. Personality and genetic disposition are not usually the main influences.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_aggressive_dog_be_cured\"><\/span>Can an aggressive dog be cured?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are multiple reasons that a dog may exhibit aggression toward family members. The most common causes include <b>conflict aggression, fear-based, defensive aggression, status related aggression, possessive aggression, food guarding aggression and redirected aggression<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_train_a_dog_to_not_be_aggressive\"><\/span>How do you train a dog to not be aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, <b>there&#8217;s no guarantee that an aggressive dog can be completely cured. In many cases, the only solution is to manage the problem by limiting a dog&#8217;s exposure to the situations, people or things that trigger her aggression. There&#8217;s always risk when dealing with an aggressive dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can a labrador be aggressive?Why is my Labrador so mean?Why are Labrador puppies aggressive?Why does my Labrador growl at me?Can a lab turn on you?Why is my Labrador aggressive towards people?How do I stop my Labrador from being aggressive?Is it normal for a Labrador to be aggressive?What causes labs to be aggressive?Why&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17715","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17715"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17715"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17715\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17715"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17715"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17715"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}