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Yesterday I had a situation where my dog bit my 3-year-old nephew. My dog is a Catahoula leopard dog and is probably the sweetest animal I’ve ever known. He was well-socialized, since we are dog parks often. The neighborhood children often come and ask whether you can go and play with them, which of course always be monitored. He has never shown the slightest bit of aggression against any man ever, except for my nephew. My nephew had yelled at him, took him and run for no reason, and it is very contradictory, sometimes caress and sometimes he cried to him to keep it. I try not to my dog around my nephews, because this, but yesterday we had a family together and did not want to leave my 2 dogs at home alone for 16 hours so that I brought with me. When my dog saw that my nephew in the early morning, she took cry for a while and then Growler in him a little while, so we are away. Even if they were together in the house, never leave the dog with him, always sits next to my dog with my hand on it, so that nothing could ever happen. I had left the house and no longer had my dogs outside and do not even know someone, it would be, while I was gone. Some family again while I was gone and let the dogs in the house. My nephew was walking my dog up, bent over and said hello to him, and my dog bit him. It was not an attack on full, it was just a bite and release, but the face, because that is what it is inclined to him.

My nephew had to make a few points, but his injuries were relatively minor and do not leave scars.

Even so, I am fully aware of the seriousness of this situation. I understand that I May, so my dog to sleep, like my brother-in-law insists that, or maybe it is possible to connect it to someone outside.

I just do not understand how this happened. I’ve never left my nephew approach him like I was there.

Is it normal that a dog to react in the event that has been harassed in the past by someone, even if it does not happen at the same time?

I’ve heard that dogs bite when they tend to bite back. Do you think my dog would be a dangerous dog in the future?

All those are taught at a strange dog carefully. Before we offer our hands for the dog to sniff, the owners always ask, “Does your dog?” On the surface, the answer may appear simple, the owner has to say is yes or no, but in reality every dog owner never really in a position to provide a definitive answer. The dogs have moods as well as the people do, and a dog, which usually has a mild disposition could suddenly decide you do not like the hand you’re dealt.

But the experience is not so surprising if you know some ins-and-outs of dog behavior, for example, why the aggression occurs first, or why it occurs only occasionally.

We all have a degree of ownership greed and dogs are no different. Some dogs can be food or toy aggressive, growling or snapping if someone tries to choose between them and the object of his desire. Parents often tell their children not to disturb or the pet dog, while eating or not, this away favorite chew toys.

But what if more aggressive behaviour seems to be random or more threatened? What if your dog can play with you all day, but suddenly growls or bites during the recess or threat if he is concerned for his nap?

If the incident during Recess, and no new dogs or people have entered, The Fray, may have done something to offend your dog a sense of hierarchy. The dogs are very social animals and come with an innate sense of caste. It is comparable to “get out of line” when talking with parents, unless, in this case, you may have used his body language somehow felt by his dog, as inadequate for your status within the family.

Yes, your dog may think that he is the boss, and not only inappropriate, is dangerous. For example, a dog who holds the dominant or the leader of the Pack “can offense if he or a combination to try to make it on his back, so that it in a” submissive “. Some “dominant” can not have everything, like dogs, including the part in a position of the head. Anything to do with the fact that he perceives as a threat to their dominant position can be a growl or even a sip.

You can see how they can become a problem. Punishment such behaviour could worsen the situation because your dog may not deem worthy of inflicting punishment, because he considers himself the ruler of the kingdom, and therefore doling out punishment. Dealing with a dog with domain issues may require that the advice of a qualified professional.

If the problem persists and is growing worse you may have to consider either get rid of the dog or put them to sleep. These are drastic measures, especially when it comes to a dog, but not lose hope. You can always do your best to train your dog to see it as the “Alpha”. It will not be easy. But with a little time and patience, someone who respects your dog and not push.

The lack of communication or poor communication, is the root of most domestic and work. Too often people do not have the necessary setback to the three basic things that for effective communication: keeping his cool, clear and concise, and is working on a problem at once. Tempers flare, the words are lost, and the problem is based on the topic in hand with other tangents. Before you know it, you are arguing about something completely different than what we started.

The same applies to the relationship with your dog. Many owners of cats - dogs - has become flustered and angry when the lines of communication break, or are non-existent. But instead of assuming that his dog is deliberately trying to disobey, take a look at how they try to contact him or her.

First you need to remember that dogs are not human beings. You have to play with your pet at their level and try to see things from their point of view. To do this, you must keep calm. If your dog does not respond immediately to the way you want to disturb him. Just try something else.

Secondly, clearly and concisely. For a dog to understand what you want, you have to teach simple, one-word command. Simply shouting, “Do not!” Fido is wet, if the soil is not to communicate anything other than the fact that you are upset with him. Failure to understand why. Not in a position to correct their behavior. It can be assumed that they just do not like him, or even that you are a little crazy. And if your dog thinks you are crazy, are not inclined to listen to you.

Moreover, in communicating with his dog, timing is everything. Fido rubs his nose in a urine soaked carpet is not only cruel and disgusting, is counterproductive, as shouting. What you need to do is catch them on the spot. Because of the way doggie brain works, it is necessary to establish a clear position: “No!” It is urinating on the floor, or garbage to eat, or in a campaign dogs habits which may have developed. He understood.

Well, as soon as he stops the behavior - that can immediately because they were concern - change the tone of his voice to praise him for the very good sense to listen to you. Very soon, if not immediately, the lamp for the head.

Thirdly, do not give Fido to think at a time. His brain is already on fire with his squirrel hunting program and plans to weasel comes over you. Give it a few days to a handle on the fact that not too wet carpet before the work in the garbage to eat. This means that you will have to set priorities.

With enough patience and understanding, there is no reason why we should all communication problems with his dog. As a child, give them time to process information, and then, while they do so, we will be vigilant, try to capture them on the spot if they can. However, it is better for both.

Different breeds of dogs age at different rates. A great race as a great Danish or Newfoundland reach age before the smaller races such as Chihuahuas and toy poodles. Life range extends from 7 to 15 years, with each year is equivalent to 6 or 7 years people. Despite regardless of their race dog may be, will closely monitor and regular visits to the veterinarian to determine where you are in their life cycle and special needs, if any, is required in each stage.

Apart from age, when they took possession of his dog, there are some changes that are universal. Decreased appetite, anti-social behaviour, hiking, dirt and the house of all these characters are common to every race in all areas.

The first thing it should be noted in any of these changes in behavior is to determine the cause. This means a physical workup and a conversation with his dog to the doctor. Aging pets start, many other health issues, as they have when younger and many times these questions will lead to problems such as aggression. They are grumpier, if you do not feel well and your pet will be well. Unfortunately, a pet can gruñón more likely that a human being physically lash out, and that means biting or snapping. If not previously aggressive dog starts to show aggressive behaviour, whether it is a physical problem can be treated with medication. If not, just to make sure that family members and visitors realize that Fido no longer like to be touched at that place where, for example, the problem is a hip arthritis.

Sometimes, however, decreased functioning of sight or hearing may cause the fear of aggression by a pet. In this case, make sure that people know that they warn, should be the mascot of his approach, rather than the animal suddenly. Simply announce, “Hey Fido, it’s me,” if the animal has visual problems, or make sure that you can see, if you have hearing problems, usually do the trick.

Even if your pet is not displayed aggression, you want to be alert for other changes in behaviour associated with pain or failing senses. Animals with these problems can be withdrawn and depressed. If he starts to lie around all day and refuses food or game, then this may be a sign of depression in your pet. You want to make the effort to deal with physical problems and also to ensure that the animal also interactions with the family.

Likewise, if your pet aging process begins suddenly on their own land, first rule of physical problems, which can contribute to this change in behaviour, such as reducing or controlling the bladder aching joints which may make the mascot go outside to use outside the bathroom. Make sure that your pet is aging always the right food, such as nutrition incomplete may cause a decline in mental and physical functioning in older pets. But above all, be patient with your pet. His life is changing, and he continued his need for emotional support to make your golden years truly golden.