Dogs are known to guard their living space very jealously and with a sense of deep conviction. These dogs do not like other dogs, pets and children to come near their living space. Just look at those dogs living in estate or farm houses, and you’ll understand why dogs respect other dog’s living territories and obey a natural law.

During breeding season, both males and female dogs tend to display an aggressive behavior. As in other animals, you can also watch a unique male to male, and a female to female aggression behavior among dogs. Many game and hunting dogs tend to display a predatory aggression in their approach; these dogs tend to hunt down their prey with a quicksilver like attack and kill strategy.

When a bitch is pregnant or when she is feeding her puppies after puppy-birth, she is found to be leaning on aggressive behavior just to protect her puppies from predators. Also called parental aggression, this type of aggressive behavior is noticed all types of breeds, especially so among police, military and hunting dogs.

Is it possible to prevent aggression in puppies and dogs? Yes, it is possible if you know how to do it.

Tip: As a guiding rule, never allow your puppy to become dominant over an adult or a small child, and If you prevent your dog to challenge you and your family members, then you’re on your way to prevent aggressive behavior in dogs.

First rule: Match the right breed and puppy to the correct owner. If you’re an aggressive person yourself and when you’re looking for adventure and action, you can buy a puppy that is similar in its nature like you.

Examples are:

1. A macho man looking for an equally macho type of dog like Akita or Doberman.

2. Friendly family members looking for a affable dog like Retriever or Dalmatian,

3. Adventurous people who like trekking and camping may like Collie or a Hound,

4. Lonely women and men trying to choose a dog that best fits their lifestyle and living standard. These people tend to pick sport and miniature breeds of dogs.

Fact: A submissive owner may be dictated by an aggressive dog, while very shy and submissive puppy may just grovel at the feet of an aggressive owner. Which type of dog do you need for your home? It is up to you to choose your own type of dog.

Tip: Seek the help of your dog breeder to identify the unwanted character of aggression in puppies.

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