{"id":3686,"date":"2015-07-06T14:28:05","date_gmt":"2015-07-06T20:28:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/madison-dog-training\/?p=3686"},"modified":"2024-05-01T18:58:28","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T00:58:28","slug":"are-you-conditioning-your-puppy-to-be-aggressive-as-an-adult","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/madison-dog-training\/articles\/are-you-conditioning-your-puppy-to-be-aggressive-as-an-adult\/","title":{"rendered":"Are You Conditioning Your Puppy to be an Aggressive Adult?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The way puppies are treated in their young years has a massive impact on the adults they become. Something small and annoying can grow into something large and difficult. For the happiness of all, is important to carefully monitor how you\u2019re treating your young dog. The following are some\u00a0behaviors that could\u00a0cement aggressive behavior in a dog.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Lack of research into the right type of dog for you<\/b><\/p>\n

We all have dog breeds that we love, and it is easy to rush into owning that dog you’ve always wanted. However, in order to avoid disliking\u00a0your once-favorite breed, it is very important to take the time to do research into your beloved\u00a0breed\u2019s heritage and characteristics. Though each dog is a unique individual, these macro-aspects will play a large role in your furry friend\u2019s behavior and the nature of your friendship later. Some dogs need more attention and guidance than others, and if your schedule\u00a0has you out of the house all the time, you will likely end up with\u00a0chewed furniture and worse. On the other hand, some dogs are more independent and could rather boring compared to your expectations. Research will save you years of headache!<\/p>\n

2. Playing roughly with incorrect context<\/b><\/p>\n

When it comes to playing roughly with your puppy, the issue is not how roughly you play; it\u2019s your relationship with\u00a0it. Does your puppy obey you? Does it\u00a0understand that you are playing? If your puppy is not clear, \u00a0playing roughly with it can make it feel allowed to\u00a0act with less inhibition toward you in non-playing situations. Additionally,\u00a0rough play can be confusing for humans, too. Making rough treatment a norm between you and your pup can lead to improper physical disciplinary methods on your part, which introduces aggression in some dogs. To avoid this, always be working to make sure your puppy (and you) understand the difference between play time and everything else.<\/p>\n

3. Lack of proper socialization<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keeping your puppy isolated from humans and other dogs is a crucial mistake. It may not even be yours – your puppy\u00a0may have been born to an owner who\u00a0kept it in a crate or some other isolated situation. That is why it is so important to visit the source of your puppy and make sure it\u00a0is happy and well cared-for. After that, it is up to you to introduce your curious, energetic friend to things it\u00a0will encounter in the wide world, including children and other dogs. If this does not happen for your young dog, it\u00a0will not know how to handle new situations, and will likely\u00a0become aggressive as a coping mechanism. \u00a0 We at Sit Means Sit-Madison understand that dogs are not perfect, and a canine heart of gold can come with damage from earlier experiences. That is why we are here. If your canine buddy is exhibiting behaviors that make life difficult for you both, our dog trainers are ready to be the answer. Take your furred friendship to the next level with Sit Means Sit!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Looking for info on dog training services in Madison? Learn more about our services here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The way puppies are treated in their young years has a massive impact on the adults they become. Something small and annoying can grow into something large and difficult. For the happiness of all, is important to carefully monitor how you\u2019re treating your young dog. The following are some\u00a0behaviors that could\u00a0cement aggressive behavior in a…<\/p>\n

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