Dog Behavior & Training: Abnormal Dog Behavior
There's not a lot of abnormal behaviour for dogs. Dogs act in ways that we don't accept as humans. A lot of times it's normal for the dog but it's not okay for us. However, if you're talking about seriously abnormal behaviour in dogs, we would be talking about things such as seriously excessive barking, excessive fear, and excessive aggression. These are abnormal if they get to the point where the dog simply can't function in society.
What causes abnormal behavior in dogs?
Abnormal behavior in dogs can be caused by two things, it's the old nature versus nuture debate. Possibly the dog was born that way. More likely the dog has abnormal behavior because of a lack of social skills given to the dog initially, a lack of exercise, and a lack of proper care and training. These are all ways that you can create a dog who is abnormally functioning in the world.
How long should I wait to talk to a professional trainer about my dog's abnormal behavior?
The second that thought crosses your mind, you should call a professional trainer. However, it's really imperative that you get in touch with a positive trainer. The Association of Pet Dog Trainers is available, APDT.com, and they will help you to find someone who's a positive trainer in your area. A positive trainer is simply somebody who uses motivational methods as opposed to punitive, harsh methods.
Can abnormal behavior be corrected in older dogs?
Abnormal behaviour can be corrected in older dogs depending on the severity of the situation. You can teach an old dog new tricks. However, it's really important that we take into consideration how long the dog has been doing the behaviour and what the behaviour is. They're all different; they're just like humans.
How do I prevent my dog from acting overly timid?
A dog that is timid or fearful is a dog that needs to be helped through the situations that he is fearful of. For example, if you have a dog that's fearful of children, every time that dog sees a child, you pair the child with food; not as food, with food. So, the dog sees the child, he gets a titbit, and he comes to realize that children are no threat. In fact, they come bearing gifts.
How do I prevent my dog from acting aggressive?
Aggression in dogs has many forms. There's fear aggression, dominance aggression, and many other forms of aggression. Preventing the dog from acting out is imperative, of which there are many ways. If you have a dog who's acting in an aggressive manner, you must seek professional help.
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