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Aggression When Another Dog Invades Her Space

Dear Adam,

Hi, I have a 3 year-old Australian Cattle Dog. She is a wonderfully obedient dog, canine good citizen certified and everything. She is very obedient and good-natured to people, however she is very dominant when it comes to other dogs.

australian cattle dog
Australian Cattle Dog

Recently I have been having problems with her snapping at other dogs if they come up to her while she is on a leash. This is not a problem if I tell her to sit and the other dog stays a normal distance away.

She doesn't like dogs invading her space and standing over her (she is only 35 pounds, so most dogs tower over her). I call it her “Napoleon Complex”.

I tried to work on the problem by putting a muzzle on her and setting up situations so I can correct her, but she realizes that she is in no position to show the other dog who is boss while muzzled and refrains. We have recently started therapy dog training classes, which she is doing very well in.

Like I said she is a perfect angel around people. In a therapy situation she is unlikely to encourage other dogs on or off leash who will be allowed to be in a position close enough to upset her, however, if some instance did occur, I would feel uncomfortable with her snapping at another dog.

In most instances, I can prevent a situation where she would be tempted to snap from occurring, however, there are some instances that can't be avoided.

Do you have any suggestions? I'm debating whether I should discontinue her therapy dog classes.

Thank You,
Katie

Dear Katie,

This is really more of a handler issue.

It's your responsibility to NOT LET other dogs invade her space.

Now, you can correct her for the aggression – but at the same time, you must show her that she can trust you, and that you will not let strange dogs from another pack wonder up and get in her face. This is the job of the pack leader – to protect the pack.

You're not doing your job by letting strangers off the street walk up and get too close. I would recommend a walking stick or a stun gun.

As for the therapy dog training – I would recommend that you continue, but without seeing the dog in person, this will ultimately be a judgement call which you must make for yourself and your dog.

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Dog Training Encyclopedia

That's all for now, folks!
Adam

Dog Training

Train Your Dog – The Groundwork

Train Your Dog – The Groundwork

You should start training dogs as young as you possibly can. Puppies learn quicker and far from being cruel, it helps them to adapt and be happier animals.

It is absolutely essential that you get dogs into a routine before you can start any formal training, and this should include set meal times and walk times. If you let your dogs out in the yard then you should try to do so at a time when they need to go out.

Structure is Key

Some people express concern that training a young puppy is cruel. However, as its parent you are responsible for ensuring your dog learns right from wrong and performs the right actions at the right time.

Without a structured life and input from you, your puppy is likely to become down and depressed. Start young and start relatively lightly, there is certainly no need to start agility training immediately but you should learn a few basic commands.

For fast results, use high-quality, but inexpensive training treats.

Safe and Secure

Training your dog can also ensure it's future safety. For example an obedient dog is less likely to run away from home or run out into the street. Obedient dogs are usually exceptionally responsive to their masters call and therefore it is possible to keep them out of harms way.

Praise Pleases Them

You should always be prepared to praise your dogs when they do something you like. Initially you may want to include an edible treat as well, but in time you can and should revert to solely using verbal praise. By instilling these positive feelings your dog will be only too pleased to listen to your commands and aim to please you. This makes training very easy.

School?

Puppy training classes are excellent for giving you the groundwork to continue at home, and they also provide you with the perfect opportunity to socialize your dog in an understanding environment. Your puppy will get to meet other dogs and other people and you will be able to learn how he or she copes with the situation.

Fun Every Day

Don't believe that going to puppy classes once a week should be considered a fill training program for your dog though. You must continue with the training when you get home. Try to set aside some time every single day to carry on the training.

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His Master's Voice
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The Nipper Saga

A little fox terrier sits inquisitively listening to his master's voice coming from the horn.
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The nipper logo made his first appearance in advertising in 1900.
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Nipper was a stray dog found in 1884 by mark barraud in bristol, uk.
When mark died three years later, Nipper (so named because of his tendency to nip the backs of visitors' legs) was taken to liverpool by mark's younger brother Francis, who was a painter.
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Brightest Dogs
Understanding of New Commands: Fewer than 5 repetitions.
Obey First Command: 95% of the time or better.*[18]
1. Border Collie
2. Poodle
3. German Shepherd
4. Golden Retriever
5. Doberman Pinscher
6. Shetland Sheepdog
7. Labrador Retriever
8. Papillon
9. Rottweiler
10. Australian Cattle Dog

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