Dogs and Pets

Depending on your dogs breed and temperament, it may get into fights or scuffles with other dogs while out walking. This can be a major embarrassment to an owner as it reflects poorly on the dogs training if it can’t help itself from starting fights, and then if it subsequently ignores the owners commands to stop.

If your dog is starting fights with other dogs, it is vitally important that it is trained not to in the long run as it is putting itself, and in the most extreme cases you in danger. In the short term here are some tips to avoid your dog getting into a fight, but the best solution is a well trained an obedient dog.

If other dogs are around, make sure yours is on a short leash and under your control at all times. All owners would prefer to let their dogs run free to get some exercise, but in crowded areas with a dog that tends to be aggressive with others that is not always possible. Make sure you stay alert at all times and know where the nearest dogs are so you can predict and avoid a possible confrontation.

Dogs communicate largely through body language so pay attention to how the dogs look when around each other. If a dog has a dominant posture, and is even baring its teeth, trouble may be about to start. Sometimes dog fights will start without warning, but you can prevent many by being observant and recognising the signals.