Dog to Dog Aggression in the West Midlands
Expert Help for Dog-to-Dog Aggression in the West Midlands
When your dog is displaying dog-to-dog aggression, expert help is essential. Serving the West Midlands and beyond, I provide practical, tailored behaviour support designed to fit your real-life situation. With 25 years of experience, I assess each case thoroughly and create personalised strategies that foster trust and strengthen the bond between you and your dog.
Unlike generic advice, my approach focuses on lasting results through calm, constructive methods backed by proven expertise. Whether working in-person locally or online for convenience, I offer clear guidance that fits your lifestyle. Many clients successfully claim my services through their pet insurer, including Petplan, making professional behaviour support accessible.
If you want decisive, realistic solutions to your dog’s behaviour concerns, my dedicated support will help you build a more harmonious relationship, ensuring happier days for you and your dog in the West Midlands and far beyond.
Why Is Dog-to-Dog Aggression So Common?
Dog aggression is by far the most prevalent type of aggression I am frequently asked to assist with. A significant lack of socialisation is most often the root cause; dogs being collected too late from the litter to make a meaningful impression on the way they relate to other dogs can also be a common issue. Additionally, aggression demonstrated by the parent dog can be a frequent underlying reason contributing to such behaviour. By this, I mean that if the mother or father dog exhibits aggression toward other dogs, this behaviour can be learned by the offspring or may even be due to a genetic predisposition.
How Past Attacks Can Affect Your Dog’s Behaviour
Should your dog experience an attack from another dog that is aggressive, it can have a considerable negative impact on its behaviour and confidence, particularly depending on the severity of the attack and the sensitivities of the dog involved. Some dogs take such traumatic encounters very personally and can be emotionally devastated by these events, while others may show resilience and manage to recover relatively well, continuing their lives much as they did before.
Understanding On-Lead Aggression Towards Other Dogs
On-lead aggression towards other dogs is quite common among dog aggression complaints, requiring a specific approach to foster a calm and manageable dog throughout the training process. It is worth noting that some breeds tend to be more visually reactive than others, and this behaviour may trace back to an inadequate socialisation period during their development.
When and How to Use a Muzzle for Safety and Progress
When dealing with severe cases of dog-to-dog aggression, it is crucial to start with the introduction of a muzzle over a gradual period. Please search for this on my YouTube Channel to view videos on how to introduce a muzzle for more detailed guidance.
