I am posting this under health because I do not believe this is a behavior issue.
We have a four year old English Bulldog. We also have a three year old son and a 9 year old Pug. Gus is a good dog, but within the last 6 months his usual Bullie stubborn self has taken a scary turn.
It started with, Gus, our Bullie growling or taking an aggressive stance when reprimanded. Gus is neutered, but he is constantly "humping" our Pug, Shrimp. He lays in Shrimp's bed/crate. Then last night as I was walking by Gus he suddenly jumped up and attacked my leg. I was shocked. I did not react outwardly although inside I was pretty shaken. He did not break the skin, and as soon as he did it he backed away. It was almost as if he was shocked at himself.
I have made an appointment with our vet for Monday, but I am afraid for my three year old. If it had been him and not me I probably would have assumed that my son had instigated the attack, but the dog would have to go anyway.
I have been looking around the internet and what I have found is not very encouraging...any advice would be appreciated.
Thank you in advance for your help.
We have a four year old English Bulldog. We also have a three year old son and a 9 year old Pug. Gus is a good dog, but within the last 6 months his usual Bullie stubborn self has taken a scary turn.
It started with, Gus, our Bullie growling or taking an aggressive stance when reprimanded. Gus is neutered, but he is constantly "humping" our Pug, Shrimp. He lays in Shrimp's bed/crate. Then last night as I was walking by Gus he suddenly jumped up and attacked my leg. I was shocked. I did not react outwardly although inside I was pretty shaken. He did not break the skin, and as soon as he did it he backed away. It was almost as if he was shocked at himself.
I have made an appointment with our vet for Monday, but I am afraid for my three year old. If it had been him and not me I probably would have assumed that my son had instigated the attack, but the dog would have to go anyway.
I have been looking around the internet and what I have found is not very encouraging...any advice would be appreciated.
Thank you in advance for your help.