Many dog owners have to deal with the very serious problem of aggression. Odette would like to know how to make her dog less aggressive, as well as how to control his barking. Continue Reading

This Q&A deals with an aggressive Boerboel which has developed a dislike for his owner’s girlfriend. She wants to know how she can get him to like her, and also how to control him. Continue Reading

Are your dogs ears strictly ornamental … except at dinner time? Does your dog call the shots and wrap you around his little paw? Does he growl at your hubby when he tries to get into bed with you? … bet you taught him that …only joking. Does he jump on you, bump into you and is generally disrespectful and bad mannered? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the chances are you need to take charge of your dog and learn to control him. Continue Reading

This owner is concerned about her dog’s aggressive and unpredictable behaviour. Continue Reading

This Q&A deals with a Belgian Shepherd dog who is creating problems by biting others, being aggressive and refusing to listen. His owner feels as if she can’t control him and that his bad behaviour might eventually get out of hand. Continue Reading

I’ve chosen a few questions regarding aggressive behaviour and dominance which I hope will help with your specific problems.

Question

We have just purchased a highly pedigreed Bull Mastiff puppy who we have named Rocky after you know who. He’s now 10 weeks old and a great little guy, except if we try and take his toys away or make him wait for his dinner. He actually bites hard and has drawn blood several times with his sharp little teeth.  Seems to me he has a bad temper but the breeder says it’s just because he’s a pup and will grow out of the problem. What is your opinion?
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