{"id":5132,"date":"2022-04-12T03:15:48","date_gmt":"2022-04-12T03:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/"},"modified":"2022-04-13T07:16:50","modified_gmt":"2022-04-13T07:16:50","slug":"how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you stop aggression in two 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-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#How_do_you_stop_aggression_in_two_dogs\" title=\"How do you stop aggression in two dogs?\">How do you stop aggression in two 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-stop-aggression-in-two-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-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#Why_has_my_dog_become_aggressive_towards_my_other_dog\" title=\"Why has my dog become aggressive towards my other dog?\">Why has my dog become aggressive towards my other dog?<\/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-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#How_do_I_deal_with_my_two_aggressive_dogs\" title=\"How do I deal with my two aggressive dogs?\">How do I deal with my two aggressive dogs?<\/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-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#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-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#Should_I_intervene_when_my_dogs_fight\" title=\"Should I intervene when my dogs fight?\">Should I intervene when my dogs fight?<\/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\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#Can_dogs_live_together_after_fighting\" title=\"Can dogs live together after fighting?\">Can dogs live together after fighting?<\/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\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#How_do_you_know_if_a_dog_fight_is_serious\" title=\"How do you know if a dog fight is serious?\">How do you know if a dog fight is serious?<\/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\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#How_long_should_dogs_be_separated_after_a_fight\" title=\"How long should dogs be separated after a fight?\">How long should dogs be separated after a fight?<\/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\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#Why_are_my_two_dogs_fighting_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why are my two dogs fighting all of a sudden?\">Why are my two dogs fighting 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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#How_do_I_establish_dominance_over_my_dog\" title=\"How do I establish dominance over my dog?\">How do I establish dominance over my dog?<\/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\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#How_do_you_calm_an_aggressive_dog\" title=\"How do you calm an aggressive dog?\">How do you calm an aggressive dog?<\/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\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#Do_dogs_get_more_aggressive_with_age\" title=\"Do dogs get more aggressive with age?\">Do dogs get more aggressive with age?<\/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\/how-do-you-stop-aggression-in-two-dogs\/#Which_dogs_attack_their_owners_the_most\" title=\"Which dogs attack their owners the most?\">Which dogs attack their owners the most?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_aggression_in_two_dogs\"><\/span>How do you stop aggression in two dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Instead of using your body to stop the fight, use a broom or chair or spray water on the dogs with a water hose to separate the dogs and stop the fight. Try making a loud noise such as slamming a door. However, don\u2019t yell at the dogs; your excitement can add to the dogs\u2019 excitement and escalate the fight.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-stop-my-dog-attacking-my-other-dog\"><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<ol>\n<li>Be Calm and Decisive. Be calm and do not put continuous tension on the leash.<\/li>\n<li>Teach Our Dog Avoidance. Teach our dog avoidance.<\/li>\n<li>Create Space or Block the Other Dog.<\/li>\n<li>Create Neutral Experiences.<\/li>\n<li>Protect our Dog.<\/li>\n<li>Keep Greetings Short and Sweet.<\/li>\n<li>Be Aware of Aggressive Triggers.<\/li>\n<li>Desensitize our Dog to Other Dogs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"why-has-my-dog-become-aggressive-towards\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_has_my_dog_become_aggressive_towards_my_other_dog\"><\/span>Why has my dog become aggressive towards my other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aggression between unfamiliar dogs can be due to 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.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-deal-with-my-two-aggressive-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_deal_with_my_two_aggressive_dogs\"><\/span>How do I deal with my two aggressive dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Break the fight up quickly and calmly, redirect the dog\u2019s attention, take them for a walk together, and don\u2019t worry that it\u2019s going to happen again. They may or may not fight again, but if worry over it does not become your obsession, you will not be feeding them negative energy that will lead to another fight.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NWh4zc8BVAQ\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-an-aggressive-dog-be-cured\"><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>However, there\u2019s 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\u2019s exposure to the situations, people or things that trigger her aggression. There\u2019s always risk when dealing with an aggressive dog.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"should-i-intervene-when-my-dogs-fight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_intervene_when_my_dogs_fight\"><\/span>Should I intervene when my dogs fight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Remember, to never get violent with the dogs. Kicking or punching will not help in these situations. If you\u2019re alone, the physical-intervention method is not advised, as the other dog will typically go after the dog you\u2019re walking back (and you).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-dogs-live-together-after-fighting\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_live_together_after_fighting\"><\/span>Can dogs live together after fighting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can dogs live together after fighting? The answer is, most of the time, YES. There are times when dogs may be like an incompatible couple and need to divorce, but in general, there are things you can do to help combative pups get along.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-you-know-if-a-dog-fight-is-serious\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_a_dog_fight_is_serious\"><\/span>How do you know if a dog fight is serious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Serious Dog Fights Are Often Quiet<\/p>\n<p>Both dogs may be dead silent. During a serious dog attack, the aggressor may be quiet while the victim dog screams. Some dogs may dart in and out, slashing at each other\u2019s legs and bellies; others latch on and grind down.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QdPD3zi12hs\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-should-dogs-be-separated-after-a\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_dogs_be_separated_after_a_fight\"><\/span>How long should dogs be separated after a fight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wounds from a dog fight can often damage tissue far deeper than the human eye can see and your dog will likely need antibiotics to prevent infection. 6 \u2013 After both dogs are medically cleared, keep them separated for 36 to 48 hours. Allow them both time to calm down, cool off and return to their normal selves.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-are-my-two-dogs-fighting-all-of-a-sudden\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_my_two_dogs_fighting_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why are my two dogs fighting all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At times, when dogs are playing, the high arousal levels may also elicit a fight. Another example is territorial barking. When two dogs are highly aroused by a trigger heard or seen behind a fence this may elicit a fight. The fight may be caused by re-directed aggression due to high arousal levels.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-establish-dominance-over-my-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_establish_dominance_over_my_dog\"><\/span>How do I establish dominance over my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some tips on how to show your dominance while being a good alpha leader:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Adopt an \u201cAlpha First\u201d mentality.<\/li>\n<li>Insist on decorous behavior.<\/li>\n<li>Communicate with energy.<\/li>\n<li>Learn how to display alpha behavior.<\/li>\n<li>Basic obedience training.<\/li>\n<li>Be consistent and clear with rules.<\/li>\n<li>Be consistent and fair in correcting bad behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<p><!-- \u0420\u0435\u043a\u043b \u0432 \u0441\u0442\u0430\u0442\u044c\u0435 3 --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-you-calm-an-aggressive-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_calm_an_aggressive_dog\"><\/span>How do you calm an aggressive dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Relax. I know owning an aggressive dog feels like a crisis, but it can be completely remedied.<\/li>\n<li>Assess. Have you ever heard the passive-aggressive break-up line, \u201cIt\u2019s not you, it\u2019s me\u201d?<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t bully your breed.<\/li>\n<li>Talk to your vet.<\/li>\n<li>Seek professional help.<\/li>\n<li>Be considerate.<\/li>\n<li>Spay or neuter your dog.<\/li>\n<li>Exercise.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lv-KVuCb3wc\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"do-dogs-get-more-aggressive-with-age\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_get_more_aggressive_with_age\"><\/span>Do dogs get more aggressive with age?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aggression to other pets can occur when a new pet is introduced to the family, as a younger dog matures or as an older dog becomes weaker or less assertive. Increased aggression toward unfamiliar people and animals can arise from your dog\u2019s increasing anxiety and sensitivity as he ages.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"which-dogs-attack-their-owners-the-most\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_dogs_attack_their_owners_the_most\"><\/span>Which dogs attack their owners the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The study concluded that dog attacks were most common with the following breeds:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Labrador retrievers: 13.3%<\/li>\n<li>Pit Bulls: 8.4%<\/li>\n<li>German Shepherds: 7.8%<\/li>\n<li>Rottweilers: 3.9%<\/li>\n<li>Chows: 3.5%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-5\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<p><!-- \u041f\u043e\u0434 \u0441\u0442\u0430\u0442\u044c\u0435\u0439 --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do you stop aggression in two dogs?How do I stop my dog attacking my other dog?Why has my dog become aggressive towards my other dog?How do I deal with my two aggressive dogs?Can an aggressive dog be cured?Should I intervene when my dogs fight?Can dogs live together after fighting?How do you&#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":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5132"}],"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=5132"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5132\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":30503,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5132\/revisions\/30503"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5132"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5132"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5132"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}