Bullylover25
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- Oct 8, 2014
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- Country
- United States
- Bulldog(s) Names
- Leonidas
Hi all, my question is about how to deal with my bully's aggressive tendencies. When we got Leonidas, he was one year old and we've had him for a few months now. When I picked him up from his previous owner, he was chained to a pole where he was kept all day and he slept in a small crate at night. He was kept with another small dog. He is a very sweet and affectionate dog who loves to play and be around people. However, there are times he gets very aggressive and snaps at my husband and I. He bit my husband and sent him to the doctor when he tried to put him outside. He tends to exhibit this behavior when we are taking something he shouldn't have away or are trying to put him outside or bathe him. Especially if he is suckling on his favorite stuffed toy. Last night I tried to undo his collar so he could breathe better and he growled and violently barked and snapped at me and got even more aggressive when I yelled "out" and pointed to the door. Up until that he had been sweet all night and we played for about an hour. My question is how can I combat his aggression and behaviors? He very clearly understands his place in the pack however specific instances are challenging. When I try to discipline him, he seems to only get worse. There are some indications he was abused (other than his living conditions when we got him) such as being afraid of and barking at aeresol cans, brooms, and large objects and cowering. He also cannot be near other dogs without getting aggressive. How can I remedy his bad behavior?